Ginger Baker
Born: 1939-08-19
Birthplace: Lewisham, London, England, UK
Biography
Peter Edward "Ginger" Baker (born 19 August 1939) was an English drummer and the founder of the rock band Cream. His work in the 1960s earned him praise as "rock's first superstar drummer," although his individual style melded a jazz background with his interest in African rhythms. Baker is credited as a pioneer of drumming in genres like jazz fusion, heavy metal and world music.
Known For
Eric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars
Psychedelic Britannia
The Public Image Is Rotten
The Cream of Eric Clapton
Classic Albums: Cream - Disraeli Gears
Rock 'N' Roll Goldmine: The Sixties
Cucumber Castle
Ginger Baker: In Africa
Cream
Beware of Mr. Baker
Top Movie Credits
Eric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars
Self (archive footage)
The Public Image Is Rotten
Himself
Cucumber Castle
Ginger Baker
Cream
Himself
Beware of Mr. Baker
Self