Hal Blaine

Biography

Hal Blaine (born Harold Simon Belsky; February 5, 1929 – March 11, 2019) was an American drummer and session musician, estimated to be among the most recorded studio drummers in the history of the music industry, claiming over 35,000 sessions and 6,000 singles.

Known For

Man on the Moon

as Harrah's Band

The Wrecking Crew

as Self - Drums

Baby, the Rain Must Fall

as Band Member

Elvis Presley: The Searcher

as Self

The T.A.M.I. Show

as Self - Drummer in House Band (uncredited)

The Harmony Game

as Self

Classic Albums

as Self - session drummer, The Wrecking Crew

Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile

as Self

The Beach Boys: Wouldn't It Be Nice

as Self

Brian Wilson: I Just Wasn't Made for These Times

as Self