The Drummer Who Defined Hardcore Punk

Before he became a global rock icon, Dave Grohl replaced the original drummer of the band Scream. Banging the Drum was the final album from the group’s founding percussionist, Kent Stax.

This 1986 record stands as a pivotal moment in the history of underground music. It serves as the bridge between the raw energy of early hardcore and the rise of 90s alternative rock. By stepping into this role, a young Grohl began his climb toward fame with Nirvana and the Foo Fighters. Fans often look back at these tracks to hear the raw, aggressive roots of a future legend.