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Name 3 under appreciated pop/rock drummers

Since the best rock drummer thread has garnered some interest, this thread could create some diverse and interesting respones. My 3 are as follows...
1-Gil Moore-Triumph-Being Canadian.
2-Jerry Shirley-Humble Pie/Fastway-Didn't sell enough records.
3-Roger Taylor-Queen-Overshadowed in his own band.
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- Johnny Barbata, L. A. studio drummer turned Turtle, later in Jefferson Starship. Amazing song parts, and Buddy Rich liked his playing! His name is rarely mentioned, for a reason I don't understand.

- Bobby Graham, British studio drummer who is heard on the early Kinks singles. A very dynamic, exciting player.

- Nashville studio legend Buddy Harmon, that town's Hal Blaine. Runner-up Harry Stinson, a great musician, singer, songwriter, and producer. Currently playing in Marty Stuart's band The Fabulous Superlatives.

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Great to see Roger Taylor mentioned here by OP - really distinct style and sound!
My favorites include...
- Simon Phillips
- Bill Bruford
- Ginger Baker
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+ 1 Rob Hirst and Steve Ferrone

Dave "Smokey" Smelko of Rastas - you have to listen - this guy is totally unknown but could give David Garibaldi a run for his money.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=H_E0uKMnKH8

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Also check out Gil Sharone

Amazing groove and a master at Ska

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=fpxSZIj8e-8
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Another vote for Corky Laing as previously listed by @harold-not-the-barrel  

Exhibit A:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Edbw6AqF2ko
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