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: one that plays a drum
—sometimes used figuratively in phrases denoting unconventional thought or action
march to a different drummer
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The band got a new drummer.
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Bassist Chris Squire and drummer Alan White, the remaining instrumentalists from Yes’ classic ’70s era, contributed little more than scaffolding beneath Horn’s whizbangs.
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Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 9 May 2026
Highlights include a June 13 anniversary celebration with Jungle Fire, Healing Gems and DJ Liza Richardson; a tribute to the music of Stevie Wonder with DJ Spinna, Monalisa and MC Cognito; and a tribute to Roy Ayers led by composer Sly5thAve with a 12-piece ensemble including drummer Kassa Overall.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
For instance, Brian Jones and Scott Heiner, our first bassist and drummer, will tell you that a highlight of our first tour was a chaotic performance at Pet-A-Palooza, a dog adoption festival in Las Vegas.
—Katie Gavin, Time, 8 May 2026
Performing at Sunset Soundcheck is Summer Breeze, a local yacht rock tribute band led by drummer Billy Brimblecom Jr.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
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Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 9 May 2026
Highlights include a June 13 anniversary celebration with Jungle Fire, Healing Gems and DJ Liza Richardson; a tribute to the music of Stevie Wonder with DJ Spinna, Monalisa and MC Cognito; and a tribute to Roy Ayers led by composer Sly5thAve with a 12-piece ensemble including drummer Kassa Overall.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
For instance, Brian Jones and Scott Heiner, our first bassist and drummer, will tell you that a highlight of our first tour was a chaotic performance at Pet-A-Palooza, a dog adoption festival in Las Vegas.
—Katie Gavin, Time, 8 May 2026
Performing at Sunset Soundcheck is Summer Breeze, a local yacht rock tribute band led by drummer Billy Brimblecom Jr.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for drummer
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“Drummer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drummer. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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drummer
noun
drum·mer
ˈdrəm-ər 
1
: one that plays a drum
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