Simon Wright | |
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Background information | |
Birth name | Simon J. Wright |
Born | Oldham, Lancashire, England | 19 June 1963
Origin | London, England |
Genres | Hard rock, heavy metal, blues rock |
Occupation | Drummer |
Years active | 1979–present |
Simon Wright (born 19 June 1963) is an English drummer best known for his work with rock bands AC/DC and Dio.[1] He started playing drums at the age of 13[2] and cites Cozy Powell, Tommy Aldridge and John Bonham as his greatest influences. He was also the drummer for Rhino Bucket, UFO and Operation: Mindcrime.[3]