Graham Broad

Acting 1 titles 1957-03-10 Hammersmith, London, England, UK

Graham Broad, born on March 10, 1957, is a distinguished English drummer whose professional career took off at the tender age of fifteen after his studies at the Royal College of Music beginning in 1970. A notable student of renowned drumming instructor Lloyd Ryan, who also mentored Phil Collins, Broad has left an indelible mark on the music industry.

Over the years, Broad has collaborated with a remarkable roster of artists, including Roger Waters, Tina Turner, The Beach Boys, Procol Harum, Jeff Beck, Tom Cochrane, Red Rider, Van Morrison, Bryan Adams, Bill Wyman, Tony Banks, and George Michael. Recognized as one of the most prolific drummers of the 1980s, he contributed to numerous Top 10 hits for acts such as Bucks Fizz, Dollar, Bardo, Go West, Five Star, ABC—where he even appeared in the music video for the hit "When Smokey Sings"—and Wham!.

Since 1987, Broad has been a key figure in Roger Waters' musical endeavors, beginning with the Radio K.A.O.S. album and subsequent tours. His significant performances include playing during the iconic Wall Concert in Berlin in 1990 and contributing to Waters' 1992 album, Amused to Death. Broad toured extensively with Waters on the In the Flesh tour from 1999 to 2002 and participated in the celebrated Dark Side of the Moon Live tour from 2006 to 2008. He was also a part of The Wall Live tour from 2010 to 2013, showcasing his exceptional talent across North America and Europe. In addition to his work with Waters, Broad is a regular performer with Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings.

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