"Louie Louie" - The Kingsmen - 1963 "Louie Louie" is a rhythm and blues song written and composed by American musician Richard Berry in 1955, recorded in 1956, and released in 1957. It is best known for the 1963 hit version by the Kingsmen and has become a standard in pop and rock. The song is based on the tune "El Loco Cha Cha" popularized by bandleader René Touzet and is an example of Afro-Cuban influence on American popular music. | Clamih

Here's Throwback Thursday post for you: Louie Bellson "Skin Deep" drum solo from 1957. What this develops into is magical. It doesn't even appear real. Do you ever spend time digging up old recordings or videos of drummers from the 40's - early 60's? You can see all our interview episodes and sign up for our newsletter with articles by today's biggest drummers at www.drumtalktv.com #drummer | Drum Talk TV