Sunday, November 7, 2010

Drummer of the Week: Sheila E.

Sheila E. is one of the most prominent female drummers. Her father is percussionist Pete Escovedo, who she was performing with in 1978 when Prince discovered her. She joined Prince's band during the Purple Rain recording sessions. (The two dated for a little while).

Sheila E.'s most notable act these days is performing with Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band. I read once that during one of the tours they would each sit at the drum set and try to battle each other. Sheila E. would continue to play flawlessly as Ringo could barely keep up her. The comedic act was a joke on Ringo since he's so often dissed. (See blog on Ringo).

Check out the video below!


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