Omar Hakim is a renowned jazz drummer born in New York City on February 12, 1959. He has worked with a variety of artists, including Mariah Carey, Weather Report, and Daft Punk. His solo album, "Rhythm Deep," was nominated for a Grammy in 1990.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $14 Million
About
Jazz Drummer known for working with such artists as Mariah Carey, Weather Report and Daft Punk. His first solo album "Rhythm Deep" received a Grammy nomination in 1990.
Before Fame
He became a professional Drummer when he was ten as a member of his father's band, Hasan and the Nomads. He attended Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts.
Trivia
He was Sting's first Drummer when he left the Police and went solo in 1984. He recorded two albums with Sting and was featured in Sting's rockumentary Bring on the Night.
Family Life
His father Hasan Hakim, also known as Alphonso King, was a trombonist who performed alongside such legendary Musicians as Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Louis Armstrong.
Associated With
He has performed with pop singer/songwriter Carly Simon.
