David Robinson (drummer)

David Robinson
Robinson with the Cars in 1984
Background information
Born (1949-04-02) April 2, 1949
Malden, Massachusetts, US
GenresRock, new wave, proto-punk
OccupationDrummer
Years active1960s–1988, 2010–2011, 2018
LabelsElektra
Formerly of

David Robinson (born April 2, 1949) is a retired American rock drummer. He has performed with many rock bands, including the Rising Tide, the Modern Lovers, the Pop!, DMZ and the Cars. In 2018, Robinson was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Cars.