Keith Moon

Born 23 August 1947, London (Wembley) 

Died 7 September 1978, London.

Longtime drummer for the Who, Keith Moon is his lifetime destroyed more drum kits than most musicians have the opportunity to play on. An obvious inspiration for the muppet drummer Animal, Moon's wild and zany side kept him in constant trouble and the Who in constant financial turmoil. In many American cities, hotel destruction provided an easy ticket out of town.

Born 23 August 1947, London (Wembley) Died 7 September 1978, London.

Moon died tragically in 1978 of an overdose of sleeping pills. He was replaced in the Who's lineup by Kenney Jones.

Keith was renowned for his offbeat style of playing -- which meant he wasn't a real good timekeeper, but one of the most exciting drummers to hear. His strangely placed rolls and hits on classics like "I Can See for Miles" help set the Who apart from other bands of the era.