John Steel
Drummer
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.