John Steel

ABOUT JOHN STEEL

Former drummer for the rock band The Animals who owns the rights to the band's name.

He attended Gateshed Grammar School, where he played the trumpet; he switched to drums after being inspired by jazz.

He originally wanted to be a jazz musician and was inspired by Elvin Jones .

He grew up in Gateshead, County Durham in England.

He was influenced by Bing Crosby , hearing many albums of his as a child.