Biography

Stephen Kendall Gadd (born April 9, 1945) is an American drummer, percussionist, and session musician. Gadd is one of the best-known and highly regarded session and studio drummers in the industry, recognized by his induction into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame in 1984. Gadd's performances on Paul Simon's "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover" and "Late in the Evening" and Steely Dan's "Aja" are examples of his style. He has worked with other popular musicians from many genres including Simon & Garfunkel, Paul McCartney, James Taylor, Harry Chapin, Joe Cocker, Bonnie Raitt, Grover Washington Jr., Michael Brecker, Chick Corea, Lee Ritenour, Paul Desmond, Kate Bush, Chet Baker, Al Di Meola, Chuck Mangione, Kenny Loggins, Eric Clapton, Pino Daniele, Michel Petrucciani, and Toshiki Kadomatsu. Photo by Mike Park

Most Famous Work

Eric Clapton: Slowhand at 70 - Live at The Royal Albert Hall
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One Trick Pony
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One Trick Pony

(1980) Danny Duggin
Simon & Garfunkel: The Concert in Central Park
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Eric Clapton - The Lady in the Balcony - Lockdown Sessions
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Eric Clapton Live at Budokan, Tokyo
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Eric Clapton Live at Budokan, Tokyo

(2001) Himself - Drums
Eric Clapton - Live in Hyde Park
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Eric Clapton - Live in Hyde Park

(2001) Himself - Drums
Eric Clapton: One More Car One More Rider
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Paul Simon: You're The One
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