Joey Waronker
American musician
Jon Joseph Waronker (born 1968 or 1969) is an American drummer who has performed with acts including Beck, R.E.M., Roger Waters, Liam Gallagher & John Squire, and Oasis. He was a member of Walt Mink, Ima Robot and Atoms for Peace, and is a member of Ultraísta.
Early life
Waronker was born in Los Angeles, California. His father Lenny is the former head of Warner Bros. Records and DreamWorks Records. His mother is actress and singer Donna Loren. His parents are Jewish. His sister Anna is a singer-songwriter, and his grandfather was classical violinist Simon Waronker.
Career
Waronker began his career drumming for the alternative rock band Walt Mink, whom he joined in college. Starting in the 1990s, Waronker worked with Beck, R.E.M., the Smashing Pumpkins, and Richard Thompson.
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