Hal Blaine
Born: 1929-02-05
Birthplace: Holyoke, Massachusetts, USA
Biography
Hal Blaine (born Harold Simon Belsky; February 5, 1929 – March 11, 2019) was an American drummer and session musician, estimated to be among the most recorded studio drummers in the history of the music industry, claiming over 35,000 sessions and 6,000 singles.
Known For
Man on the Moon
The Wrecking Crew
The T.A.M.I. Show
John Denver: Rocky Mountain High - Live in Japan
Baby the Rain Must Fall
The Harmony Game
John Denver: Thank God I'm a Country Boy: Live in Australia 1977
Classic Albums: The Beach Boys - Pet Sounds
Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile
Brian Wilson: I Just Wasn't Made for These Times
Top Movie Credits
Man on the Moon
Harrah's Band
The Wrecking Crew
Self - Drums
The T.A.M.I. Show
Self - Drummer in House Band (uncredited)
John Denver: Rocky Mountain High - Live in Japan
Self - Drums
Baby the Rain Must Fall
Band Member
The Harmony Game
Self
Classic Albums: The Beach Boys - Pet Sounds
Self- The Wrecking Crew drummer