Ginger Baker

Quick Facts

Full Name	Ginger Baker
Occupation	Drummer
Date Of Birth	Aug 19, 1939(1939-08-19)
Age	85
Date Of Death	2019-10-06
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Leo

Ginger Baker Biography

Ginger Baker is one of the most popular and richest Drummer who was born on August 19, 1939 in England, United Kingdom. Drummer, who is best known for being one of the original members of Cream. He also performed in the groups Blind Faith and Ginger Baker’s Air Force.

The group was also in the band with He was joined by Jack Bruce and Eric Clapton in Cream. and Eric Clapton in Cream.

He was born into difficult circumstances, being raised by and his younger sister through his mother who employed in a shop selling tobacco. He was married and divorced three times before getting married to with his 4th wife Kudzai Machokoto in the year 2010. His daughters were Leda as well as Ginette, and Kofi, his son. Kofi.

Ginger Baker Net Worth

Ginger Baker is one of the richest Drummer from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Ginger Baker 's net worth $2 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

One of his first groups included Ginger Baker’s Energy which included the afrobeat the pioneer His first group was Ginger Baker’s Energy, which included afro beat pioneer Fela Kuti. He went on to work with Graham Bond Organisation and Cream.. He then went on to work in collaboration with Graham Bond Organisation and Cream.

He was in Nigeria from 1970 until 1976.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Ginger Baker Dating?

According to our records, Ginger Baker married to Kudzai Machokoto. As of December 1, 2023, Ginger Baker’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Ginger Ranked on the list of most popular Drummer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Ginger Baker celebrates birthday on August 19 of every year.

Top Facts about Ginger Baker

1. Ginger Baker was born on August 19, 1939 in London.
2. He co-founded the band Cream with Eric Clapton and Jack Bruce.
3. Baker was known for his unique drumming style and use of African rhythms.
4. He played with other notable musicians such as Fela Kuti and Paul McCartney.
5. Baker passed away on October 6, 2019 at the age of 80.
6. He was ranked as one of the greatest drummers of all time by Rolling Stone magazine.
7. Baker’s autobiography is titled “Hellraiser: The Autobiography of the World’s Greatest Drummer.”
8. He struggled with drug addiction throughout his life.
9. In addition to drums, he also played other instruments such as piano and bass guitar.
10. Baker received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2005 for his contributions to music.

What illness did Ginger Baker have?

In February 2013, Baker said he had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease from years of heavy smoking, and chronic back pain from degenerative osteoarthritis. In February 2016, Baker was diagnosed with “serious heart issues” and cancelled all future gigs.

What happened Ginger Baker?

He was 80. The cause was complications from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease , said his daughter Nettie Baker. Cream, a trio that included guitarist-singer Eric Clapton and bassist-singer Jack Bruce, set a powerful standard for “supergroups,” bands composed of independent star musicians.

How good a drummer was Ginger Baker?

Ginger Baker was one of the pioneers of using two kick drums and recording extended solos. He was more of a bebop and jazzer drummer because of his use of matched grip, syncopation, African rhythms, and ride cymbals. His playing style and showmanship were often described as extroverted, primal, and inventive.

Did Ginger Baker pass away?

October 6, 2019

What did Eric Clapton say about Ginger Baker's death?

Clapton shared the photo below via his Facebook page along with the simple caption of, “Ginger…..” Baker’s Facebook page, which is currently being run by a member of his family left the comment, “ Thank you Eric for all your support. The family xxxxxx.” Baker died on October 6.