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Bill Bruford

Bill Bruford
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About

Bill Bruford (born 17 May 1949, Sevenoaks, Kent) is an English drummer and percussionist who shaped progressive rock as a founding member of Yes and a long-term member of King Crimson. Recognised for his distinctive metal snare sound, precise cymbal work and command of complex time signatures, he also holds a doctorate in music from the University of Surrey. After retiring from professional performance in 2009, he returned to the stage in 2022 as drummer with the Pete Roth Trio.

#16
on Rolling Stones list of the 100 greatest drummers ever (2016)
2017
inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as co-founder of Yes
1990
inducted into Modern Drummer Hall of Fame
41
years as professional musician (1968-2009)

What's new

  • 2026-09

    Pete Roth Trio with Bill Bruford releases the live album Group Chat (CD/DVD) on September 18, 2026 via Winterfold/Cherry Red - Bruford's first new material in 19 years.

  • 2026-08

    Pete Roth Trio played two sold-out evenings at PizzaExpress Holborn in London on August 16 and 17, 2026.

  • 2026-07

    The single 'Full Circle' - the first track from Group Chat - was released on July 17, 2026.

  • 2026-05

    Pete Roth Trio played concerts in Toronto and Ottawa in Canada in May 2026.

  • 2025-10

    Bruford and Pete Roth Trio performed in Manchester at Band on the Wall on October 15, 2025.

Tour

TorontoOttawaLondonManchesterBristolLeek

Tracks

Heart of the SunriseYes classic from the album Fragile (1971), with Bruford on drums
Close to the EdgeTitle track from the Yes album (1972), considered a highlight of progressive rock
Feels Good to MeTitle track from Bruford's band debut album (1978), jazz fusion classic
One of a KindTitle track from Bruford's band second album (1979) with Allan Holdsworth
Full CircleFirst single from the Pete Roth Trio album Group Chat, released July 2026

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Where they play · 1

Hotel Cecil

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