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Peter Erskine Biography
Peter Erskine (born June 5, 1954) is a jazz drummer.

He was born in Somers Point, New Jersey, USA. He began playing the drums at the age of four. His professional career started in 1972 when he joined the Stan Kenton Orchestra. After three years with Kenton he joined Maynard Ferguson for two years. In 1978 he joined Weather Report, joining the legendary Jaco Pastorius to form a formidable rhythm section. After fours years and five albums with Weather Report he joined Steps Ahead.

Discography (as a leader)
1982 Peter Erskine
1987 Transition
1988 Motion Poet
1990 Big Theatre
1992 Sweet Soul
1993 You Never Know
1993 Time Being
1995 As It Is
1995 History Of The Drum
2000 Juni
 
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