Travis Landon Barker (born November 14, 1975) is an American musician who serves as the drummer for the rock band Blink-182. Due to his fame, Rolling Stone referred to him as punks first superstar drummer as well as one of the 100 greatest drummers of all time.

What is Travis Barkers story?

In 2008, Barker was involved in a fatal plane crash. The musician and his friend Adam Goldstein, aka DJ AM, were among six passengers onboard a private jet travelling back to LA from Columbia, South Carolina, where the duo had performed a gig together at a college event under the name TRV$DJAM.

Is Travis Barker one of the best?

Travis Barker is widely considered one of the best punk and rock drummers of all time. First rising to prominence with his ska-punk group Aquabats, he became known to Mark Hoppus and Tom DeLonge when Barkers band toured as support for Blink-182 in 1997.

Why is Travis Barker afraid of planes?

Its not surprising that, after a near-death experience, it took Barker 13 years to step foot on a plane. She continues: “For some people, it may be that theyve been on a plane and experienced turbulence, or the oxygen masks might have come down, so that can be something that could trigger fear of flying.

Is Travis Barker scared of planes?

Travis has been outspoken in his fear of flying after the drummer was in a serious plane crash in 2008 that killed four people including his security guard and assistant. The crash left Travis with third-degree burns to 65 per cent of his body and saw him recovering in hospital for three months.

Who is the hottest drummer?

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