John Weathers

Born February 1947 in Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, Wales.

British drummer, best known for playing with the innovative progressive rock band Gentle Giant. Weathers ed Gentle Giant in 1972 as a temporary stand in for their drummer Malcolm Mortimore, who had been injured in a car crash. He first played on Gentle Giant's 'Octopus' album, and his position soon became permanent, remaining with them until they broke up, after their last album 'Civilian'.