Keith Moon

Keith Moon

Deceased · Born: Aug 23, 1946 · Died: Sep 7, 1978

Personal Details

Height5' 8"
BornAug 23, 1946 Wembley, London, England, UK

Biography

Keith John Moon, born on August 23, 1946, in England, rose to international prominence as the drummer for the iconic English rock band, The Who, renowned for their unique blend of energetic live performances and innovative musical compositions. Moon's remarkable drumming abilities, marked by an extraordinary amalgamation of technical proficiency, creative flair, and unbridled enthusiasm, garnered widespread critical acclaim and admiration from fans and fellow musicians alike.

Moon's remarkable drumming technique was characterized by its dramatic flair and suspenseful nature, often departing from conventional back beats to instead emphasize swift, cascading rolls across the toms, showcasing his impressive ambidexterity with double bass drum work, and punctuating his rhythmic patterns with wild, crashing, and washing cymbal crashes.

Keith Moon's remarkable drumming technique was characterized by its dramatic flair and suspenseful nature, often departing from conventional back beats to instead emphasize swift, cascading rolls across the toms, showcasing his impressive ambidexterity with double bass drum work, and punctuating his rhythmic patterns with wild, crashing, and washing cymbal crashes.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, was a master of his craft, known for his dramatic and suspenseful approach to drumming. He often deviated from traditional back beats, instead focusing on swift, cascading rolls across the toms, and showcasing his impressive ambidexterity with double bass drum work. His wild cymbal crashes and washes added a dynamic element to his playing, solidifying his position as one of the greatest rock and roll drummers of all time.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible mark on the band's discography, lending his talents to every single album and single released by the group from their inaugural effort, "Zoot Suit," which debuted in 1964, to their critically acclaimed 1978 album "Who Are You," which unfortunately was released just a mere three weeks before his tragic and untimely passing.

Keith Moon, the renowned drummer of The Who, left an indelible

Throughout the extensive trajectory of his remarkable career, the enigmatic and unconventional personality of Moon, coupled with his propensity for self-destructive tendencies, led to the enduring moniker "Moon the Loon" - a testament to the complexities and contradictions that defined his remarkable life and artistic endeavors.

As a result of his tumultuous existence, Moon's extraordinary contributions to the world of music have left an indelible mark, cementing his status as an iconic figure in the pantheon of musical legends.

John Entwistle, also known as the Ox, was a British musician, singer, songwriter, and composer, best known as the bassist and founding member of the legendary rock band The Who.

Career

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2002
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1978
Sextette
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1975
Tommy
Tommy as Uncle Ernie
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1974
Stardust
Stardust as JD Glover
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Sonic Boom
Sonic Boom as Mad Doctor Cherman
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Son of Dracula
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1973
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1971
200 Motels
200 Motels as Hot Nun
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2022
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2019
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2016
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2014
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2013
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2008
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2007
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2000
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1999
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1998
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1996
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1994
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1988
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1987
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1979
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1977
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1970
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1968