Frankie Banali, born November 14, 1951, is an American drummer best known for being the former drummer of the heavy metal band Quiet Riot. He was also the band's manager for their final decade. He also played drums in the heavy metal band W.A.S.P. and on several Billy Idol albums, among others.
He was also briefly a touring drummer for Faster Pussycat and Steppenwolf.
Banali recently confirmed the death of Quiet Riot lead singer Kevin DuBrow in a...
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Frankie Banali, born November 14, 1951, is an American drummer best known for being the former drummer of the heavy metal band Quiet Riot. He was also the band's manager for their final decade. He also played drums in the heavy metal band W.A.S.P. and on several Billy Idol albums, among others.
He was also briefly a touring drummer for Faster Pussycat and Steppenwolf.
Banali recently confirmed the death of Quiet Riot lead singer Kevin DuBrow in an email to Spain's The Metal Circus. Banali wrote:
"Please respect my privacy as I mourn the passing and honor the memory of my dearest friend Kevin DuBrow."
Quiet Riot permanently disbanded in January 2008.
FRANKIE BANALI LUDWIG DRUMS INTERVIEW
The legions of drummers spawned by the Heavy Metal Heyday of the early-to-mid 80’s came a dime a dozen; each sporting huge set-ups, huge hair-dos, and enormous egos. While many of these denizens of the double-kick sect have disappeared into the “Where Are They Now” file, there is one that continues to ...
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