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[4] Moffett was never musically trained and learned to play drums on his own by ear. Lenny White This Is It's worldwide gross revenue was $261 million, making it the highest-grossing concert film of all time. David Stanoch Nicolas Viccaro It was more successful than the tour. Susie Ibarra Later, he worked with other notable artists and producers such as Madonna, George Michael, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones and many others. He noticed the flames on Michael's hair at one point during the shoot and dropped his drum sticks and ran to help him just as some crew members did the same. idobi on the Web. ! Daniel Sadownick Barriemore Barlow Pete LaRoca Sims or. [11], Moffett's drumming techniques and style are often mimicked by drummers all over the world to this day, and his work is taught in various music schools. Richard Spaven Marcel Bach Manolo Badrena JoJo Mayer Magazine, Drummer Magazine, People, Rhythm magazine, Drummer World, Batteur Magazine, US Weekly, Ebony, Batterie Magazine, RIGHT ON!, The Drum Channel, Jet Magazine, Beat Magazine and a variety of other notable magazines, publications and blogs. Ian Paice Moffett played both drums and percussions on the track. Nick Smith Omar Hakim Also known as Sugarfoot, he is a drummer, songwriter, and producer who is known for his work with Michael Jackson and the The Jackson 5.He is sponsored through DW and Remo Drum Heads and is known both for his studio and touring career. November 1954 in New Orleans) ist ein US-amerikanischer Schlagzeuger. Vernel Fournier Carmine Appice Christian Vander It was just a miracle.[9]. Rod Morgenstein Pete LaRoca Sims Fritz Hauser Jonathan "Sugarfoot" Moffett is an American drummer, songwriter and producer from New Orleans. Moffett continued to perform with Michael Jackson throughout the duration of his solo career on various shows and tours such as his performance on the 30th Annual Grammy Awards in 1988 with the songs "The Way You Make Me Feel" and "Man in the Mirror" and joined Jackson on his third and final tour, the HIStory World Tour (7.9.1996 – 15.10.1997). Adam Cruz Narada Michael Walden Chad Smith Signed Jonathan "Sugarfoot" Moffett 8x10 Photo Card. [11] He also used his "one-handed cymbal catch" frequently, in which Moffett explained to Zildjian: With the Jacksons, I'll use it to accent certain moments before the vocal chorus. Rich Redmond Raul Rekow Jonathan Sugarfoot Moffett is on Facebook. He remained with the brothers for the Triumph Tour – where his work was immortalised on the Jacksons’ only live album – and then joined them on their legendary Victory Tour. Jack DeJohnette Donald Bailey [12][13][14] The Jacksons' Victory Tour promoted Michael Jackson's albums Off the Wall (1979) and Thriller (1982) and was promoted by Don King. Maison Guidry Trending Stories. George Spanky McCurdy Jason McGerr Russ McKinnon Marvin McQuitty Email or Phone: Password: Forgot account? Poncho Sanchez Mongo Santamaria Jeff "Tain" Watts Billy Higgins Leon Parker Moffett drummed on Elton's Sleeping with the Past (1989) album, which was Elton's best selling album in Denmark – where the album was recorded. Sections of this page. [17], He performed with the pop star at Live Aid in 1985 performing her hit songs including "Holiday", "Into the Groove", and "Love Makes the World Go Round" with guest stars Nile Rodgers, Tom Bailey and Alannah Currie, and The Thompson Twins.[21]. Kenwood Dennard John Densmore Trevor Lawrence Jr. Sale price $30 Regular price $45. See more of Jonathan Sugarfoot Moffett on Facebook. Ringo Alex Acuna Anika Nilles LEGENDARY DRUMMER TO THE STARS! Walfredo Reyes Kiko Freitas [30] Moffett was with him the night before he died until 1 AM. Chad Wackerman Gene Hoglan Jim Gordon Bobby Sanabria [10] After his first show with the group, Michael Jackson was in awe by Moffett's ability to keep up with his dancing, always accenting his dance moves, which gave his dancing more power and prominence. I was familiar with their songs [The Jacksons] because I had grown up with their music, yet I didn't know everything about the music...After we finished a few songs, they pulled me aside and said they'd let me know something soon. Aynsley Dunbar Sly Dunbar Michael always called him first for each tour and show, even when he was under contract with other artists. Jimmy Chamberlin The Drumbassadors Billy Drummond Horacio Hernandez He has had an unbelievable career with even more unbelievable beginnings. Terri Lyne Carrington Pat Mastelotto Big Sid Catlett Andrea Vadrucci Facebook gives people the power to … You've got to do it fast and drop back into the rhythm without breaking time. Billy Kilson Art Taylor Moffett has been featured in the following: Modern Drummer, Rolling Stone, DRUM! Sale price $30 Regular price $45. Jonathan Sugarfoot Moffett. Jonathan Moffett (born November 17, 1954) is famous for being drummer. Derico Watson Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, Jonathan began playing drums as a child. Akira Jimbo Steve Ferrone Bernard "Pretty" Purdie Sale price Price $30.00 Regular price $45.00 Unit price / per . Sale price Price $30.00 Regular price $45.00 Unit price / per . 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