| Saturday, May 10th 2008 - 10:27:41 AM |
| SEEN YOU @ TRICITIES GIG. I WAS FLOORED TO HEAR THAT YOU ARE A CHRISTIAN. I WILL E- MAIL YOU SOON. |
| Friday, May 9th 2008 - 04:13:09 PM |
| Thank you again for doing the clinic at Ted Brown lastnight! You were incredible... there are truly no words. Your message of rising above the stigma of the music industry really seemed to resonate with the young crowd in the audience. Thank you also for spreading the Good Word and using that gift that was downloaded from above to inspire. Such an honor to meet you. God Bless. - Lynn Camp |
| Wednesday, May 7th 2008 - 09:10:29 AM |
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//Glenn I just saw your clinic last night in Richland WA. And was mesmerized by the quality of play... I have been a fan since 1978 when I first heard "Heat in the Street and have played and admired the straight up style of play ever since. It was a great show thank you for comming to our little town! |
| Monday, May 5th 2008 - 07:38:21 AM |
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| Sunday, May 4th 2008 - 08:21:19 AM |
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//patrese Hey I finally got to see tha face behind tha voice. Keep up the great work,and may God always bless u. |
| Saturday, May 3rd 2008 - 04:02:43 PM |
| Dear Mr Tommy Aldridge, you are fabulous on drums. i spend several hours listenig ozzy obourne "tribute" . you are great .........greetings |
| Friday, May 2nd 2008 - 10:10:04 AM |
| Tommy, I saw you for the first time, several years ago, when you were with "The Webbs." I was already playing a double bass drum set (Slingerland drums). My friend (and bass player in our group) told me, "You've got to see this drummer with 'The Webbs,' Tommy Aldridge. He is fantastic." We went to see y'all at The Warehouse in Laurel, MS. Well, my friend, Doug, was right. Shortly after that, you went with Black Oak Arkansas and I joined the Marine Corps. I have always wanted to meet you and just talk about what we have in common. During those years, before I went in the Corps, I met and got to know David, Rayborn, & Clayborn Huff (David & The Giants). We were both playing in Hattiesburg at different clubs the night we met. They finished early and came to hear us. Years later, when I came out of the Marine Corps to finish collge at USM in Hattiesburg, I saw them again, playing at The Commons, on campus. I would love to correspond with you by e-mail, sometime. We have both come a long way since those days. Drumming For Jesus, Roy W. Davis, D.D. |
| Thursday, May 1st 2008 - 05:24:19 AM |
| hey tommy, have been a HUGE fan ever since first hearing you---then seeing you perform---with the Pat Travers Band. You all were at an "In-Store" Signing for Crash & Burn when it came out, in a store in a mall in Worcester, MASS. Me and my buds hung out the Whole time you were there, and the band's Manager (I assume) ended up putting us all on the Guest List for that nite's show!! It was at the Fitchburg Theatre in Fitchburg, MA., and you and the boys totally kicked ass!! I remember it like it was last week, seriously! I've seen you since with Whitesnake (in 87' or 88' I think), with Ted Nugent a few yrs ago as well. Keep rockin dude and i'll Def be seeing you this summer on the Cinderella tour!!! Take care and best of luck in the future. A fellow drummer, Steve Sequeira Middletown, RI |
| Wednesday, April 30th 2008 - 06:47:49 PM |
| I have followed you for 30 years of my life. You have influenced me in my drumming more than you will ever know. God bless you and I will see you on the road. |
| Saturday, April 26th 2008 - 06:55:20 PM |
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//http://www.BlackOakArkansas.us Tommy my brother- Just stopped in to say hi to an old friend. We both had the same demons in our life... but life goes on. The very best to you always, my friend. Rickie Lee/BOA |
| Saturday, April 26th 2008 - 06:52:02 PM |
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//http://www.BlackOakArkansas.us Tommy my brother- Just stopped in to say hi to an old friend. We both had the same demons in our life... but life goes on. The very best to you always, my friend. Rickie Lee/BOA |
| Wednesday, April 23rd 2008 - 12:16:51 AM |
| Hi tommy I'm a born again chrisian also. you are an Inpiration to me. The first time I heard that drum solo in the Randy rhoades tribute is was so amazing to me. you are my favorite drummer of all time. well take care and May the lord bless you always. Keep rockin for Jesus. |
| Monday, April 21st 2008 - 09:32:11 PM |
| you are the biggest drumer in the world and my biggest influence to play every day,for you i became in a drumer,greetings. |
| Monday, April 21st 2008 - 09:27:14 PM |
| you are the biggest drumer in the world and my biggest influence to play every day,for you i became in a drumer,greetings. |
| Monday, April 21st 2008 - 10:02:00 AM |
| u are the best |
| Friday, April 18th 2008 - 03:56:07 PM |
| tommy i wanted ti SINCERLYapolagize for the comment i made on 4-17-08 about all "the women" i got wen i was able to play your style.Ididnt know you are bourne again and i certenly do not want to offend you.please accept my apology and keep being a tremendous spokesmen for CHRIST |
| Thursday, April 17th 2008 - 06:38:48 PM |
| tommy,the first time i seen you live was was in 83.from that moment on i switched to double bass . from then on i wanted to do everything you did on the kit.you have been a HUGE inspiration in my life. as i concetrated on your style and got it down from that day on i scored MORE PUSSY THAN EVER BEfore... THANKS TOMMY!!!!!!!!! TODD CONLIN |
| Tuesday, April 15th 2008 - 01:19:44 AM |
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//http://www.tributetoozzy.com Thank you for much for your contribution to rock-n-roll God Bless...Ozzy |
| Sunday, April 13th 2008 - 12:44:34 PM |
| Tommy - I couldn't pass on the chance to say thanks. From hearing your recordings, to seeing you in concert, to going to your seminars, Thank you for making a difference in my drumming career. You are truley one of the greats of all time. One quick question Tom - I recently broke my back and after two major surgeries and a nipped spinal cord I am lucky enough to still be playing for a living but I cant sustain lengthly patterns on my kix without lower back pain or leg pain. I know its a strange question but, got any tips on seat height or exercise. Thanks Butch. |
| Saturday, April 12th 2008 - 09:53:54 AM |
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//Jim Mag //http://www.myspace.com/jimmagrocks Tommy. Thanks for all of the years of great music and drumming inspiration. See you soon. Jim Mag |
| Wednesday, April 9th 2008 - 12:43:29 PM |
| hey, i came here to try to contact you... i want to guitar duel with paul gilbert, and he told me to get you on drums haha please hit me back at dan@danwuensch.com because i seriously want to take on Paul |
| Saturday, March 22nd 2008 - 05:50:45 PM |
| Good day Mr. Aldridge, I am over 50 and recently started working on my double pedal chops. I am now a whitesnake fan. You sir are an inspiration to double bass work. Thankyou for your talent and your inspiration...cheers Mark |
| Thursday, March 20th 2008 - 09:09:00 PM |
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//luker //http://www.mastersinprint.com Just read the latest Guitar Legends-Randy Rhodes tribute. Its a prettty amazing story, and its probably the most interesting story of the the "Diary" touring band, and the seldom heard Rudy Sarzo and Don Airey. Thanks for the music. |
| Thursday, March 20th 2008 - 09:08:29 AM |
| Tommy, It's so refreshing to see professionals that like the same music as I do, and still honor the Savior with his blessings. May God truly bless you. Thank You Tommy!! |
| Tuesday, March 18th 2008 - 09:28:15 AM |
| Tommy, Look forward to seeing you perform this year at Rocklahoma. Have not had the chance in a long time. As a matter of fact it was the last BOA tour in Memphis. By the way my uncle is Ronnie "Chickie Hawk" Smith. |
| Monday, March 10th 2008 - 09:45:46 AM |
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//http://www.pmtonline.co.uk Hi Tommy! We're really looking forward to seeing you with Marco Mendoza and Soran Anderson on 20th March! All the best, Ash & the Guys @ PMT Birmingham. |
| Wednesday, March 5th 2008 - 06:49:05 AM |
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//Jarik Hello T Aldridge! This is mr Jarik from Finland. I am very happy to see you are active, and will be praying for you. I remember you from Black Oak Arkansas albums, then lost interest for rock for a long time, when I became a christian. Now have seen you on recent Thin Lizzy videos: Nice work! I try to make it to Thin Lizzy gig next july 28. God Bless! |
| Wednesday, March 5th 2008 - 05:35:11 AM |
| Hey Tommy hope alls well,sorry we wont be seeing you on the next 'snake tour,but hopefully we'll see you around. Keep safe and beating the skins allan |
| Tuesday, March 4th 2008 - 11:20:31 AM |
| i have followed your career and admire what you accomplished |
| Tuesday, March 4th 2008 - 08:20:29 AM |
| Hey how’s it going Tommy. My father and uncle always told me they was your cousin. John Braswell and Eddie Braswell. I don’t know if it’s true but I was hoping to find out for sure. I also heard it from my Grandmother. Lilly Braswell who passed away. I was just hoping to confirm their story’s even if it’s not true. Myself I’ve always been a big fan of metal. I was a drummer in the high school marching band but because of a financial problem on getting a drum set I’ve picked up guitar and piano. My uncle Eddie is in bad health and when I told him I wanted to get back into my music he gave me his guitar. Like you I’ve never had lessons and me teaching myself now that I’m 24 is harder than I thought it would be. Even if it’s not true about everyone saying you was family I was wondering if you could give me a tip on learning without lessons. I know you’ve probably got a lot going on in your life but if you could give me a little help I would appreciate it. Eddie tries to at times but with me living in Alabama and them in Tennessee and the fact he’s always in the hospital it’s hard to learn because I’m worried every time I’m there. Anyway I know you’re a busy man and I don’t want to be a bother. Even if what they is not true you’ve always been an inspiration to my music. I hope everything is well with you and your family and wish all of you the best. Take it easy and rock on man.. George Braswell |
| Saturday, March 1st 2008 - 11:20:09 AM |
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//tom carlson //http://tkc555@comcast.net thanks for drumming Your double bass techniques have always have been a strong influence since your Black oak days. In fact I am going to go watch your to technique videos again. |
| Friday, February 29th 2008 - 10:42:01 AM |
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//jung hello, mr.aldridge i'm your fan in korea and i took part in your clinic in 2006 your drumming was so powerful as far as i know, that day, microphon to the drumset was in error for a little time but i absolutely didn't know that malfuntioning because your drumming still made magnificent sound. it was great time, i hope you try to visit korea in near future then i will be in your clinic place again. thank you |
| Friday, February 29th 2008 - 09:14:18 AM |
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//Mary Hi Tommy! I just want to say hello and hope life is treating you well. I live in Houston and and hung out with the Ozzy crew starting in 81' and on. I miss those days! |
| Wednesday, February 27th 2008 - 08:11:12 AM |
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//http://www.drummeron.com Hello Tommy! I just wanted to extend my thanks to you and for being such a great influence on my playing and of course, so many others! Hope all is well and I would love to hear anything new that you are inloved with. Sincerely, Ron Hiegelsberger ( Ontario, Canada ) |
| Sunday, February 24th 2008 - 09:56:27 AM |
| Tommy, I know you get these by the millions, so here is yet another. Simply put, thank you for sharing your gifts in such a gracious and approachable way. Too many people who "make it" let it go to their head, your humble approach is an inspiration for the rest if us to keep going. God bless. Craig M. St.Catharines, Ontario Canada |
| Wednesday, February 20th 2008 - 07:02:18 PM |
| Hello Mr.Aldridge. My name is David. I thought I would write and say how I have admired your syle for many yrs. I think it is cool that you are supporting christian musicians. I am in a christain band called My Brother's Keeper. We are based out of Maryville,Tennessee but I live in Knoxville. What brand of drums are you playing now? Are you ever in the Knoxville area? Who you drumming for? Appreciate a reply back if you have the time. David Reed |
| Wednesday, February 20th 2008 - 02:18:28 PM |
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//george i loved your days with the snake. I also saw you when you pounded for hughes/thrall and you opened for santana in san antonio! awsome! |
| Saturday, February 16th 2008 - 05:20:55 AM |
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//Alex Hello, Tommy, what's up! I have one question to you. Recently I've read on a forum that cymbals in brilliant finish can suffer from cleaning them with special liquid(like from Paiste/Pro mark etc.) because these liquids include acid and it destroys the finish and in some time the cymbal can become brown(like natural finish) and sound worse. so it's better either not to clean cymbals or do it with not-includinng alkali soap. What do you think about it? Many thanks. |
| Wednesday, February 13th 2008 - 09:20:29 AM |
| Tommy, You are still hands down, the greatest drummer who ever lived! Thanks for years of inspiration! |
| Monday, February 11th 2008 - 11:45:16 PM |
| Yo Tommy~ Hey's what's UP?! I was the owner of Drum Stop...... in Palm Desert! I told my church about you... and we prayer for you back in 1998~99 WOW I heard your now a beliver. God is still working! I'm proud of you~ Next time your in the Desert email me & will have coffee. Romans 10: 9&10 |
| Monday, February 11th 2008 - 02:56:59 PM |
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//Mikael I just wanna say that i think that you are one of the worlds best drummer...! I`m a lucky owner of one of your used drumstick.From the whitesnake time,when you played monsters of rock in sweden! Keep up the good work! |
| Thursday, January 31st 2008 - 02:35:31 PM |
| Tommy, I think I went to HS with you. Pearl HS , Pearl, MS. |
| Wednesday, January 30th 2008 - 01:07:15 PM |
| First met you in '72 w/ BOA... glad to see you again w/ Ted.. keep working, keep rocking... see you down the road. |
| Tuesday, January 29th 2008 - 07:59:51 AM |
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//http://www.andrebatera.ecosportal.com Greetings from Brazil! You're the BEST!!! Keep rockin' |
| Sunday, January 27th 2008 - 09:03:44 PM |
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//Alice Hi Tommy! I see you on Japan Tour in 2006! You are fantastic! Like so much!! |
| Saturday, January 26th 2008 - 01:17:48 PM |
| Hi Tommy, Met you at the Yamaha Drum Clinic in Vancouver (Surrey) about 6 or 7 years ago. I am sorry you are leaving Whitesnake. Your departure will leave a gaping hole in their touring world. Your gift of drumming makes one of the most recognizable musicians in the world. Please record a new album soon with someone so we may all benefit from your gift again. You have a great musical legacy which can't go unfinished! |
| Friday, January 25th 2008 - 02:36:46 PM |
| Hey TOMMY, I'M 51 AND TRYING TO GET MY CHOPS BACK, BUT I'm really stif when I play. Do yoyo's really work? |
| Tuesday, January 22nd 2008 - 08:25:14 PM |
| Tommy it's been a while - Are you still riding your Colnago? All the best in 2008 |
| Tuesday, January 22nd 2008 - 01:33:25 PM |
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//Gary J Hey Tommy...What an inspiration you are to all those that seek total professionalism attitude & most of all...Drumming' at its best! |
| Tuesday, January 22nd 2008 - 01:31:01 PM |
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//Denis //http://www.myspace.com/flatline_thrash Hiya, Denis from Cork, Ireland. Caught ye on final date of tour with 'Lizzy. Blown away! Great night, but you are a true legend! keep up the good work! |
| Monday, January 21st 2008 - 03:07:10 PM |
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//Niles You Rock.... |
| Sunday, January 20th 2008 - 10:50:16 PM |
| Tommy, you were by far the best part of Yamaha Groove night this past Saturday!! I mean that 1000%.. all the best, Scott (Yamaha Canada).. |
| Friday, January 18th 2008 - 12:16:10 PM |
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//http://Brazil You are the best!!!! |
| Thursday, January 17th 2008 - 09:54:29 AM |
| hey im doing a report on you and i wanted to let you know that i really enjoy it |
| Friday, January 11th 2008 - 05:30:40 PM |
| Tommy, I am the chapter director in San Antonio, TX for Drummers For Jesus. I enjoyed listening to you play at the 2007 DFJ Celebration Carlos produced. I was so impressed on your humbleness and that you are a Christian. Praise the Lord! If you are ever in the San Antonio area stop by at Oak Hills Church, where Max Lucado is the pastor. I started the worship band in September 2004 and still drumming the weekend services. My number is 210-451-5111 if you ever come to San Antonio. We would be honored to have you at our church. God Bless! Bill Parks |
| Tuesday, January 8th 2008 - 06:28:06 AM |
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//http://www.ip.dogdrum.com Love your playing...what are you currently doing? |
| Friday, January 4th 2008 - 11:46:00 PM |
| you are awesome. best drum style around. you only get better. keep rockin stan |
| Thursday, January 3rd 2008 - 03:37:07 AM |
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//Tarre Good luck in the future, now T.A i saw you 2004 whit whitesnake in Stockholm my home town and you where the coolest drummer ever. Please check in my band if you like www.grandroyalband.se take care! |
| Wednesday, January 2nd 2008 - 02:27:46 PM |
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//Wrex First time i seen you was in des moines with Ted Nugent and i was just blown away. One of the greatest drummers kickin it right now. |
| Wednesday, January 2nd 2008 - 01:22:09 PM |
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//yolanda you are the best |
| Monday, December 31st 2007 - 09:59:13 AM |
| HEY TOMMY HELLO FROM BILL HEAD AND MYSELF !! YES WE STILL WORK TOGETHER, HERE IN CHICAGO !! STAY OUTTA' TROUBLE !! LET ME KNOW WHEN YOU'LL BE IN CHI-TOWN |
| Friday, December 28th 2007 - 10:01:48 AM |
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//Like an Angel It's a real pity that you have left WS, I'll miss you like crazy, you are a terrific drummer... I hope to see you along the road again... Love, Mariana =) God bless ya. |
| Friday, December 28th 2007 - 08:49:53 AM |
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//Al Hi Tommy, I've seen you many times Ozzy,WS,Nugent,Pat Travers.I first got into you in BOA.I think your one of the many people who don't get their due.Jim Keltner would be another.I gave up the drumming long ago(and my long hair got cut when gf got cancer)but if i get the chance to see you again i'm there.Come to Ky.and be a hillbilly for a lil while.I'll put you up and show you how to fish for muskie!Thanks so much for soundtrack of my life! Al |
| Thursday, December 27th 2007 - 10:58:57 AM |
| Hi, Tommy! I recently read the (sad for me) news that you are not with Whitesnake anymore. :( I'll definitely miss your presence with that band, but I wish you continued success with whoever you work with. I hope you'll keep us posted with your projects, so we know where to catch you on the road! Have a great year & beyond!! |
| Tuesday, December 25th 2007 - 05:39:48 PM |
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//http//www.joewalla.com I just wanted to thank you for being gracious enough to sign a pair of drumsticks for a friend of mine backstage at a Kiss concert a few years ago. Your drum tech was a friend of hers and had saved a pair of your sticks that had your blood on them because he remembered she had a friend who was your big fan (that would be me!) She tracked you down and rudely interrupted your conversation because she was so determined to get your signature so she could give them to me for my 40th birthday. You where nice enough to sign them "Kris, HB!!!" Another friend just had them framed in a beautiful shadow box and I got them for a Christmas gift today. They are now proudly displayed in the control room of my home studio. Thank you for being so kind to your fans and helping make two awesome gifts!!! Merry Christmas!!! |
| Tuesday, December 25th 2007 - 02:13:06 PM |
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//Jules FUCK ME!!! Saw you with Thin Lizzy at INEC Killarney, was just blown away. You really, really rock man!!! Awesome |
| Saturday, December 22nd 2007 - 10:38:09 AM |
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//http://yahoo.com hi there. just saw you at olympia Dublin 17. it was my sons first concert and he and I were blown away by the whole performance. really appreciate you guys keeping Thin Lizzys music alive. It means a lot to us. All the best and hope to see you again soon |
| Thursday, December 20th 2007 - 05:25:17 AM |
| went to see thin lizzy in dublin,dec18h,seen original lizzy many times,was pleasantly surprised,your drumming was amazing,blown away,best wishes,lizzy fan. |
| Wednesday, December 19th 2007 - 09:26:37 AM |
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//http://n/a Hey Tommy, just wanted to say I saw you last Monday with Lizzy @ the Olympia Dublin 12/17/07, you were Awesome as were the whole band, rock on man...I really enjoyed your performance Nollaig |
| Tuesday, December 18th 2007 - 09:59:45 AM |
| Hi Tommy! was at your concert last night (17th dec) and thought you were amazing.That hand drumming solo was special!cheers for a great night! Hope to see you again next year! |
| Sunday, December 16th 2007 - 03:48:57 PM |
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//http://www.myspace.com/davidbeel JUST STOPPED IN TO SAY HI!!!LOVED YOUR DRUMMING OVER THE YEARS, ESP:BOA WHEN I FRIST HEARD OF YOU. CHECK OUT MY SPACE SOME TIME IF YOU HAVE A CHANCE...A LONG TIME FOLLOWER...D.B. |
| Thursday, December 13th 2007 - 07:59:22 AM |
| hi, i saw you play with thin lizzy last night at leas folkstone. and you are definatly one of the worlds greatest drummers,i always wanted to see you play since the days when you played with ozzy and randy rhoads,so my wish came true. keep on rockin tommy lee |
| Wednesday, December 12th 2007 - 10:49:55 AM |
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//aaron hi tommy im going to see thin lizzy tommorow at hammersmith me and my girlfreiend are going by train and we cant wait im 19 now and i saw you with whitesnake in 04 at same venue and loved it and have dvd my girlfriends not a great rock lover but im changing all that and tomoz will sure change her mind a shout out to aaron and hannah if pos ha |
| Tuesday, December 11th 2007 - 01:05:50 PM |
| Hey Tommy.. its been a long time! I watched your work through the years and praise God for your success and infuence on so many drummers. Glad to hear that you are a believer. I became a believer in 1974. May the Lord continue to bless you with His grace! |
| Sunday, December 9th 2007 - 12:08:40 PM |
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//http://wat i think about you tommy you must be the best drummer there has ever been im only 11-12 next year and i've been learning the drums for around 2 and a half to 3 years but your my most fave drummer to me your the greatest of all time espesily wen thin lizzy played at colston hall your drum solo was the greatest and i always think to myself i wonder if i'll ever be as amazing as you |