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Chester Thompson

Bio: Chester Cortez Thompson is an American musician. He is primarily a drummer, percussionist, session musician, producer, and teacher
Born: Sat, Dec 11 1948
Birthplace: Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Chester Thompson is 76 years old
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Poster of Louder Than Rock
Louder Than Rock
Chester Thompson was
74 in Louder Than Rock
as 'Self'.
Fri, Apr 28 2023
Poster of Zappa
Zappa
Chester Thompson was
71 in Zappa
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Fri, Nov 27 2020
Poster of Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words
Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words
Chester Thompson was
67 in Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Tue, May 03 2016
Poster of Roxy: The Movie
Roxy: The Movie
Chester Thompson was
66 in Roxy: The Movie
as 'Himself'.
Thu, Sep 10 2015
Poster of Cheepnis
Cheepnis
Chester Thompson was
65 in Cheepnis
as 'Himself'.
Sun, Aug 17 2014
Poster of Frank Zappa: A Token Of His Extreme
Frank Zappa: A Token Of His Extreme
Chester Thompson was
64 in Frank Zappa: A Token Of His Extreme
as 'Himself'.
Mon, Jun 03 2013
Poster of Phil Collins: Going Back - Live at the Roseland Ballroom, NYC
Phil Collins: Going Back - Live at the Roseland Ballroom, NYC
Chester Thompson was
61 in Phil Collins: Going Back - Live at the Roseland Ballroom, NYC
as 'Self - Drums'.
Thu, Oct 28 2010
Poster of The Drummers of Frank Zappa Roundtable Discussion and Performance
The Drummers of Frank Zappa Roundtable Discussion and Performance
Chester Thompson was
61 in The Drummers of Frank Zappa Roundtable Discussion and Performance
as 'Self'.
Tue, Jan 12 2010
Poster of Genesis: When in Rome 2007
Genesis: When in Rome 2007
Chester Thompson was
59 in Genesis: When in Rome 2007
as 'Self'.
Fri, May 23 2008
Poster of Genesis | Members Only DVD
Genesis | Members Only DVD
Chester Thompson was
59 in Genesis | Members Only DVD
as 'Self'.
Thu, Jan 03 2008
Poster of Genesis | Live in Düsseldorf
Genesis | Live in Düsseldorf
Chester Thompson was
58 in Genesis | Live in Düsseldorf
as 'Self'.
Tue, Jun 26 2007
Poster of The Long Goodnight: A Film About Phil Collins
The Long Goodnight: A Film About Phil Collins
Chester Thompson was
58 in The Long Goodnight: A Film About Phil Collins
as 'Self'.
Mon, Jun 11 2007
Poster of Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation
Chester Thompson was
58 in Classic Albums: Frank Zappa - Apostrophe (') Over-Nite Sensation
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Tue, May 01 2007
Poster of Santana: In Concert
Santana: In Concert
Chester Thompson was
56 in Santana: In Concert
as 'Self - Keyboards'.
Tue, Oct 04 2005
Poster of Frank Zappa: A Token of His Extreme
Frank Zappa: A Token of His Extreme
Chester Thompson was
56 in Frank Zappa: A Token of His Extreme
as 'Himself'.
Tue, Aug 02 2005
Poster of Genesis: The Video Show
Genesis: The Video Show
Chester Thompson was
56 in Genesis: The Video Show
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Fri, Jun 17 2005
Poster of Phil Collins: Finally… The First Farewell Tour
Phil Collins: Finally… The First Farewell Tour
Chester Thompson was
55 in Phil Collins: Finally… The First Farewell Tour
as 'Self (Drums)'.
Mon, Nov 01 2004
Poster of Phil Collins: Live at Montreux 2004
Phil Collins: Live at Montreux 2004
Chester Thompson was
55 in Phil Collins: Live at Montreux 2004
as 'Self - Drums'.
Wed, Jul 07 2004
Poster of Phil Collins: Finally... The First Farewell Tour
Phil Collins: Finally... The First Farewell Tour
Chester Thompson was
55 in Phil Collins: Finally... The First Farewell Tour
as 'Self - Drums'.
Tue, Jun 15 2004
Poster of Inside Genesis: 1975-1980
Inside Genesis: 1975-1980
Chester Thompson was
55 in Inside Genesis: 1975-1980
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Thu, Jan 01 2004
Poster of Steve Hackett: The Tokyo Tapes - Live In Japan 1996
Steve Hackett: The Tokyo Tapes - Live In Japan 1996
Chester Thompson was
52 in Steve Hackett: The Tokyo Tapes - Live In Japan 1996
as 'Himself - Drums'.
Tue, Oct 16 2001
Poster of Genesis | Songbook
Genesis | Songbook
Chester Thompson was
52 in Genesis | Songbook
as 'Self'.
Tue, Sep 25 2001
Poster of Santana: Supernatural Live
Santana: Supernatural Live
Chester Thompson was
51 in Santana: Supernatural Live
as 'Self'.
Sat, Jan 01 2000
Poster of God Is Able - Ron Kenoly
God Is Able - Ron Kenoly
Chester Thompson was
45 in God Is Able - Ron Kenoly
as 'Drums and Percussion'.
Sat, Jan 01 1994
Poster of Genesis - The Way We Walk: Live in Concert
Genesis - The Way We Walk: Live in Concert
Chester Thompson was
44 in Genesis - The Way We Walk: Live in Concert
as 'Self'.
Mon, Mar 29 1993
Poster of Genesis | A Midsummer Night's Dance
Genesis | A Midsummer Night's Dance
Chester Thompson was
43 in Genesis | A Midsummer Night's Dance
as 'Self'.
Sun, Aug 02 1992
Poster of Genesis | Opening Night
Genesis | Opening Night
Chester Thompson was
43 in Genesis | Opening Night
as 'Self'.
Mon, Jan 13 1992
Poster of Genesis - We Can't Dance
Genesis - We Can't Dance
Chester Thompson was
42 in Genesis - We Can't Dance
as 'Self'.
Mon, Nov 11 1991
Poster of Phil Collins - Serious Hits Live
Phil Collins - Serious Hits Live
Chester Thompson was
41 in Phil Collins - Serious Hits Live
as 'Self - Drums, Percussion'.
Sun, Jul 15 1990
Poster of Genesis | Live at Wembley Stadium
Genesis | Live at Wembley Stadium
Chester Thompson was
40 in Genesis | Live at Wembley Stadium
as 'Self'.
Mon, May 22 1989
Poster of Genesis: Invisible Touch Tour
Genesis: Invisible Touch Tour
Chester Thompson was
39 in Genesis: Invisible Touch Tour
as 'Self'.
Thu, Jun 09 1988
Poster of The True Story of Frank Zappa's 200 Motels
The True Story of Frank Zappa's 200 Motels
Chester Thompson was
39 in The True Story of Frank Zappa's 200 Motels
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
Fri, Jan 01 1988
Poster of Genesis | Live at Montreux 1987
Genesis | Live at Montreux 1987
Chester Thompson was
38 in Genesis | Live at Montreux 1987
as 'Self'.
Sat, May 16 1987
Poster of Phil Collins: No Ticket Required
Phil Collins: No Ticket Required
Chester Thompson was
36 in Phil Collins: No Ticket Required
as 'Self'.
Sun, Sep 15 1985
Poster of Genesis | Live: The MAMA Tour - National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham
Genesis | Live: The MAMA Tour - National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham
Chester Thompson was
35 in Genesis | Live: The MAMA Tour - National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham
as 'Self'.
Sun, Feb 26 1984
Poster of Genesis | MAMA Tour Rehearsal
Genesis | MAMA Tour Rehearsal
Chester Thompson was
35 in Genesis | MAMA Tour Rehearsal
as 'Self'.
Sat, Dec 31 1983
Poster of Genesis | Genesis
Genesis | Genesis
Chester Thompson was
34 in Genesis | Genesis
as 'Self'.
Mon, Oct 03 1983
Poster of Phil Collins: Live at Perkins Palace
Phil Collins: Live at Perkins Palace
Chester Thompson was
34 in Phil Collins: Live at Perkins Palace
as 'Self'.
Sun, Dec 19 1982
Poster of Frank Zappa: The Dub Room Special!
Frank Zappa: The Dub Room Special!
Chester Thompson was
33 in Frank Zappa: The Dub Room Special!
as 'Self'.
Tue, Jun 01 1982
Poster of Genesis | Three Sides Live
Genesis | Three Sides Live
Chester Thompson was
32 in Genesis | Three Sides Live
as 'Self - Drums'.
Sat, Nov 28 1981
Poster of Genesis in Liverpool
Genesis in Liverpool
Chester Thompson was
32 in Genesis in Liverpool
as 'Self'.
Wed, Dec 31 1980
Poster of Genesis | Live in London: The Lyceum Tapes May 7, 1980
Genesis | Live in London: The Lyceum Tapes May 7, 1980
Chester Thompson was
31 in Genesis | Live in London: The Lyceum Tapes May 7, 1980
as 'Self'.
Wed, May 07 1980
Poster of Genesis | Live in London: The Lyceum Tapes May 6, 1980
Genesis | Live in London: The Lyceum Tapes May 6, 1980
Chester Thompson was
31 in Genesis | Live in London: The Lyceum Tapes May 6, 1980
as 'Self'.
Tue, May 06 1980
Poster of Genesis | Seconds Out
Genesis | Seconds Out
Chester Thompson was
28 in Genesis | Seconds Out
as 'Self'.
Sat, Mar 19 1977
Poster of Weather Report: Live in Berlin
Weather Report: Live in Berlin
Chester Thompson was
26 in Weather Report: Live in Berlin
Thu, Nov 06 1975

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Poster of Classic Albums
Classic Albums
Chester Thompson was
48+ in Classic Albums
as 'Self (archive footage)'.
First Air Date
Mon, Apr 14 1997