Name three of yours the most favourite drummers

- Billy Kilson, of the Dave Holland Quintet and has his own group, the guy is a monster of poly-rhythm;
- Jack DeJohnette, he can do so much with so little and has played so many different styles of jazz, it's mind-boggling;
- Neil Peart, what can I say, I'm a long-time fan of Rush.

Zaikesman, the fact NP received an honorary doctorate in recognition of his percussion skills, as well as another in recognition of his writing/lyrics, will probably still leave you unimpressed. In any event, he has a large and loyal following, which says something about his talents. My 2 cents.

It's a matter of taste, which is personal and which, by extension, can't really be debated or discussed in an effective manner, since we pretty much hold on tight to our convictions in matters of personal preferences with respect to art, music, etc. Trying to convince someone whose favourite drummer is "X" that "Y" is in fact the best drummer around is a waste of energy. Discussing the respective merits or weaknesses of each player is perhaps a better approach, whereas trashing one or another drummer, or any other artist/musician, is really not very helpful.

P.S. - Zaikesman, Peart didn't receive awards of the Grammy or AMA variety, but honorary doctorates from well-respected Universities in the US. If you're not a fan, that's cool, but no need to insult the guy's intelligence with words like "sophomorically pretentious lyrics". At least they have something to say, which is more than can be said about most lyrics that have been written in rock/pop music.

Agree in large about Ringo though. Apparently (don't know if this fact or urban myth), when answering a question doubting Ringo's abilities, Paul simply and very seriously said that he was the most solid drummer he could hope for and wouldn't want anyone else in the seat for The Beatles.