Charlie Watts, Rolling Stones' Drummer, Dies at 80

Legendary musician known for his steady, powerful drumming

Watts played with the Rolling Stones for over 50 years, helping to shape their iconic sound

Charlie Watts, the drummer for the Rolling Stones, has died at the age of 80. Watts was a key member of the band, and his steady, powerful drumming helped to shape their iconic sound. He was also known for his understated personality and his love of jazz music.

Watts was born in London in 1941. He began playing drums as a teenager, and he joined the Rolling Stones in 1963. The band quickly became one of the most popular in the world, and Watts' drumming was a major factor in their success. He was known for his ability to keep a steady beat, even during the band's most chaotic performances.

Watts was also a talented jazz musician. He released several solo albums, and he played with a variety of jazz artists, including Dizzy Gillespie and John Coltrane. Watts' jazz influences can be heard in his drumming with the Rolling Stones, and they helped to give the band their unique sound.

Watts was a private person, and he rarely gave interviews. He was also known for his sense of humor, and he often joked about his role in the Rolling Stones. In a 2016 interview, he said, "I'm just the drummer. I'm not the star of the show." Despite his modesty, Watts was one of the most important members of the Rolling Stones. He was a master drummer, and his playing helped to make the band one of the most successful and influential in history.

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