Greatest rhythm sections

Though they were more known for the triple lead guitars, I always enjoyed the pre crash rhythm section of Lynyrd Skynyrd. Billy Powell with Bob Burns/Artimus Pyle were very good. "I know a little", "Call me the Breeze", "Workin for MCA", etc

dhpeck---Not to be contrary, but rhythm section is a term for the drummer and bassist (and sometimes pianist) in a band, the band's guitarist not being part of that section. There are exceptions, such as Steve Cropper of Booker T & The MG's, wherein his guitar style played a role in creating the band's rhythmic foundation.

McCoy Tyner, Elvin Jones, Jimmy Garrison...with Coltrane

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A couple not already mentioned:

- Another vote for Herbie Hancock, but this time with the original "Headhunters" band; killer!
- Bill Evans/Scott Lafaro/Paul Motian

- just about any of the bands fronted by Hector Lavoe

Not jazz or rock, but a great rhythm section. The Fania All-Stars. They were considered some of the best Latin Music performers in the world at the time. The original lineup consisted of: Band Leaders; Ray Barretto, Joe Bataan, Willie Colon, Larry Harlow, Monguito, Johnny Pacheco, Louie Ramirez, Ralph Robles, Mongo Santamaria, Bobby Valentin, Other Musicians; La La, Ray Maldonado, Ralph Marzan, Orestes Vilato, Roberto Rodriguez, Jose Rodriguez, Barry Rogers, and Special Guests; Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, Ricardo Ray and Jummy Sabater.