Ginger Baker
- Type: Musician
- Country: United Kingdom
- Born: August 19, 1939 in Lewisham, London, England
- Died: October 6, 2019 in Canterbury, Kent, England
- Active: 1954-2019
Biography
Peter "Ginger" Baker was an English drummer acclaimed as rock's first superstar percussionist. His pioneering, flamboyant style merged a jazz background with African polyrhythms, influencing genres from jazz fusion to world music. A co-founder of Cream with *Jack Bruce* and *Eric Clapton*, his extended solo on 'Toad' became legendary. After Cream, he formed the supergroups Blind Faith and Ginger Baker's Air Force. His deep interest in African music led him to Nigeria, where he recorded with *Fela Kuti* and established a recording studio. Throughout his career with bands like Baker Gurvitz Army and various jazz ensembles, Baker's innovative and powerful drumming left an indelible mark on music.
Genres
Ginger Baker Discography
- Stratavarious (1972) - Album - rated 3.26/5
- Horses & Trees (1986) - Album - rated 3.44/5
- African Force (1987) - Album - rated 3.25/5
- Middle Passage (1990) - Album - rated 3.23/5
- Do What You Like (1998) - Compilation
Members
- Ginger Baker Trio - Member
- Yves Beauvais - Member
- Bill Frisell - Member
- Chip Stern - Member