Gene Krupa

Gene Krupa was an flamboyant and influential big band and jazz drummer. He is credited with the development of the drum kit as well as being the first drummer to ever record with a bass drum pedal.Drumworld: Krupa Biography

In 1934, Krupa joined Benny Goodman's big band orchestra. After a falling out with Goodman, Krupa formed his own band in 1938. The band experienced major success between 1941 and 1942 with hits like "Let Me Off Uptown," "After You've Gone," "Rockin' Chair" and "Thanks for the Boogie Ride." The band eventually broke up in 1951 due to Krupa's failing health.

Krupa also made several film appearances including Ball of Fire and Syncopation.

Eddie Condon, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey , Louie Bellson

• Google News: Gene Krupa

• Last.fm: Similar to Gene Krupa

• Yahoo! Music: Similar to Gene Krupa

• This page was created by Drew C, a Part Time Guide in the Mahalo Greenhouse (see the original), and curated by Jeff Lauras.

• If you'd like to help us create the best spam free search results on the Internet, apply to be a Part Time Guide!</em>