Wissenswertes

Was not the original touring drummer for Genesis. Bill Bruford played drums for the 1976 tour when Phil Collins took over vocals full time. Chester joined Genesis as their touring drummer in 1977 and has played in every tour since except "Calling All Stations" in 1998.

In addition to playing drums with Genesis front-man Phil Collins, Chester also played drums for Genesis Member Tony Banks and toured with former Genesis member Steve Hackett.

Rock and jazz drummer.

Is a faculty member at Belmont University, primarily teaching drum lessons and directing a jazz ensemble. (Januar 2010)

Not to be confused with keyboardist Chester Thompson who is known for his work with Tower of Power (1973-1983) and Santana (1983-2009). However, drummer Chester C. Thompson did play with Santana for a short time in 1984 and is credited on the "Beyond Appearances" album along with keyboardist Chester D. Thompson.

Toured with Frank Zappa 1973-1974 in the last group to use the name The Mothers of Invention. For a time this group featured dual drummers, with the other drum kit played by Ralph Humphrey, and also featured multi-percussionist Ruth Underwood.

Drummer for Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention from October 1973 thru December 1974.