born 1943
Mickey Hart is an American percussionist and music producer, best known as the drummer for the Grateful Dead, a seminal rock band that blended various musical genres including rock, jazz, and folk. Born on September 11, 1943, in New York City, Hart has also pursued a successful solo career and collaborated on numerous projects that explore world music and rhythm. He is recognized for his contributions to music technology and his work in preserving and promoting traditional music forms.