Carl Palmer
Chris Welch, History of Rock, The, 1984
CARL PALMER first came to international prominence with Emerson, Lake and Palmer at the start of the Seventies. His dynamic approach to drumming, which combined showmanship and technique, resulted in his becoming one of the most respected and popular drummers in rock.
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