Happy 75th Ginger Baker! British Drummer Carried Beat for Cream
Mother Jones
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If you’ve ever jammed to “Sunshine of Your Love” or “White Room” by Cream, spent time with the Blind Faith album, got down to Levitation by Hawkwind or listened to Public Image Limited’s classic Album, then tip your hat to Mr. Ginger Baker, who turns 75 on August 19th, 2014.
To celebrate, Here are a few killer photos of Baker playing with Cream on the Dutch television show Fanclub.
F. van Geelen/Fanclub/Dutch Institute for Sound and Vision
And a more recent photo of Mr. Baker:
Peter Edward ‘Ginger” Baker is an English drummer, best known for his work with Cream. He is also known for his numerous associations with New World music and the use of African influences and other diverse collaborations such as his work with the rock band Hawkwind. David Levene/eyevine/ZUMA Press
Oh, and Bill Clinton and Tipper Gore also share a birthday today. Whatta party!
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Happy 75th Ginger Baker! British Drummer Carried Beat for Cream
