After Lisa’s “Awesome Lady Drummer Roundup,” there was so much positive feedback, enthusiasm, and an overwhelming amount of suggestions, it was undeniable that a second lady drummer roundup was called for. As a drummer myself, I am honored to share with you the musician babes whom I worship and who inspire me. We present to you the following roundup of mainly current and underground bands in hopes of shedding a little bit of light on these kick-ass bands whose drummers happen to be female.
Summer Twins, “The Good Things”
[video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_sn9nuGJb_I 425×344]These sunny So-Cal sisters know what’s good with summery jams and baby animals.
Peter Pants, “Beaker”
[video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKZX5ZgDqQQ& 425×344]
She maintains miraculous composure on lead vocals during a non-linear drum beat. So sick.
Grass Widow, “Milo Minute”
[video:http://vimeo.com/24853782 425×344]
Here, Grass Widow plays for gorillas Gigi, Kiki, Kira, Kimani, Kambiri & Kit. Yep that happened.
Brilliant Colors, “‘Round Your Way”
[video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WX9S-YzEDFA 425×344]
Female incarnation of Bay Area-based group Girls…anyone?
Stone Darling, “You’ve Been On My Mind”
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These unsigned laydies are navigatin’ their way through the LA music scene independently and quite successfully. Keep an eye on these babies.
Sheila E., Drum Solo
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Ehh, she’s okay. She’s not wearing enough sparkles. (KIDDING!!) Watch ‘n worship.
The White Stripes, “Fell in Love With a Girl” & “Dead Leaves And The Dirty Ground”
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This video is completely absurd, but it’s a prime example of Meg/Jack seamless live transitions. Meg is the ultimate.
Ty Segall, “Skin”
[video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=580uB5kATbQ 425×344]
Ty Segall’s drummer Emily Rose Epstein has the Meg White deadpan thing down pat.
Slutever, “Smells Like Milk”
[video:http://vimeo.com/17413527 425×344]
Chicks drinking whiskey, darts, and America. What more could one want?
Happy Birthday, “Girls FM”
[video:http://vimeo.com/14080333 425×344]
Home girl lays down some of the best beats I’ve ever heard. Plus her sister happens to be tUnE-yArDs. Musical genes..?
Yo La Tengo, “Sugarcube”
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Georgia Hubley has been schoolin’ the drums for decades now. A classic powerhouse lady drummer.
