Gene Krupa

Gene Krupa Gene Krupa American jazz drummer and bandleader (1909–1973) Eugene Bertram Krupa (January 15, 1909 – October 16, 1973)[1] was an American jazz drummer, bandleader, and composer.[2][3] Krupa is widely regarded as one of the most influential drummers in the history of popular music. His drum solo on Benny Goodman's 1937 recording of "Sing, Sing, Sing" elevated the role of the drummer from that of an accompanist to that of an important solo voice in the band. Quick facts Background information, Born ... Gene Krupa Krupa in 1944 Background information Born Eugene Bertram Krupa (1909-01-15)January 15, 1909 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. Died October 16, 1973(1973-10-16) (aged 64) Yonkers, New York, U.S. Genres Jazz swing Dixieland Occupations Musician bandleader composer Instruments…

GENRES: Big Band, Jazz, Drums

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