John Henry Bonham (31 May 1948 – 25 September 1980) was an English musician who was the drummer of the rock band Led Zeppelin. Noted for his speed, power, fast single-footed kick …

Dec 2, 2025 · John Bonham (born May 31, 1948, Redditch, Worcestershire, England—died September 25, 1980, Windsor) was a British rock musician and the famed heavy-handed drummer of the rock …

Oct 18, 2021 · Nicknamed Bonzo, John Bonham is considered to be one of the greatest rock drummers of all time (via John Bonham). His love for drumming was evident early on and as a child, he would …

John Bonham (1948-1980), also known by his nickname 'Bonzo', is celebrated as being one of the greatest rock drummers of all time, remaining a constant source of inspiration to generations of …

Sep 25, 2023 · Forty-three years ago, Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham was found dead - and the tragic event led to the band's unexpected disbandment. The band's surviving members Robert Plant, …

May 31, 2025 · Redditch’s roaring beatmaker, John Bonham, is considered one of the all-time greats in rock and roll’s rich history. His distinctive style and technical skill helped define the sound of Led …

May 31, 2023 · Drummer John Bonham was the heartbeat of Led Zeppelin. When his great heart stopped the life went out of the band. It was a tragedy for rock music as well as for friends and family …

John Bonham is still regularly voted in polls as the greatest and most influential rock drummer of all time, an opinion which has also been expressed by the likes of Roger Taylor of Queen, Dave Grohl of …

Feb 7, 2025 · John Bonham died aged 32 on September 25, 1980 from asphyxiation by vomit. He was found dead by John Paul Jones and Led Zeppelin tour manager Benji LeFevre at Jimmy Page’s …

John Bonham did not just play the drums in Led Zeppelin, he detonated them. Yet behind the legend of smashed hotel bars and deafened audiences was a self taught player who thought more like a jazz …