Arguably
the best drummer in modern rock,
Danny Carey is not only the
drummer for
Tool, but has also played as a
studio drummer for
funk and
jazz groups. He plays
SONOR drums (one of very few major drummers who do). Considered by many drummers as a
minor deity, Danny Carey started playing drums at 12, and was playing
jazz clubs by 17.
I was first attracted to Tool by his playing. I heard "Sober" from Tool's second album Undertow on the radio in eighth grade and was instantly hooked.
I have spoken (very) briefly with him online. His favorite musicians are Yes, King Crimson, and John Coltrane. He also likes surfing when he's not playing.
He's also enormously tall and built. Looks like a typical surfer dude up close.
my fucking hero...