Roger Hawkins (drummer)
Roger Hawkins | |
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Hawkins in 1980 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | October 16, 1945 Mishawaka, Indiana, United States |
| Died | May 20, 2021 (aged 75) Sheffield, Alabama, United States |
| Genres | Soul, R&B, Rock |
| Occupation | Session musician |
| Instrument(s) | Drums, percussion |
| Formerly of | Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section |
Roger G. Hawkins (October 16, 1945 – May 20, 2021) was an American drummer best known for playing as part of the studio backing band known as the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section (also known as the Swampers) of Alabama. Rolling Stone ranked Hawkins number 31 on its list of greatest drummers.