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Ginger Baker

Ginger Baker

Birthday: 1939-08-19 | Place of Birth: London, England, UK

Peter Edward "Ginger" Baker (born 19 August 1939) is an English drummer and the founder of the rock band Cream. His work in the 1960s earned him praise as "rock's first superstar drummer," although his individual style melded a jazz background with his interest in African rhythms. Baker is credited as a pioneer of drumming in genres like jazz fusion, heavy metal and world music.

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

2012
Beware of Mr. Baker

as    Self

2005
Cream: Royal Albert Hall

as    Himself - Drums, Vocals

1990
The Cream of Eric Clapton

as    Himself

1986
1973
Ginger Baker: In Africa

as    Self

1970
Cucumber Castle

as    Ginger Baker

1969
Cream - Farewell Concert

as    Himself