Entertainment9/28/2025NYT

Viv Prince, Rock’s Original Madman Drummer, Is Dead at 84

Viv Prince, Rock’s Original Madman Drummer, Is Dead at 84

Viv Prince, the drummer for the 1960s British rock band The Pretty Things, has passed away at the age of 84. Prince was known for his energetic and chaotic drumming style, which earned him the moniker "the high priest of lunacy." He was renowned for his fiery stage performances and his notorious offstage antics, which often made headlines and contributed to the band's reputation as one of the wildest and most unconventional groups of the era. The Pretty Things were a influential force in the British rock scene, and Prince's unique drumming style and on-stage persona played a significant role in shaping the band's iconic sound and image. While his life was marked by both creative brilliance and personal turmoil, Viv Prince's legacy as a pioneering and unforgettable rock drummer will undoubtedly endure.

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