Keith Moon

Keith John Moon (August 23, 1946 – 7 September 1978) was an English musician, best known for being the drummer of English rock group The Who. He gained acclaim for his exuberant and innovative drumming style, and notoriety for his eccentric and often self-destructive behaviour, earning him the nickname "Moon the Loon". Moon joined The Who in 1964. He played on all albums and singles from their debut, 1964's "Zoot Suit", to 1978's Who Are You, which was released three weeks before his death. Moon was known for dramatic, suspenseful drumming—often eschewing basic back beats for a fluid, busy technique focused on fast, cascading rolls across the toms, ambidextrous double bass drum work and wild cymbal crashes and washes. He is mentioned in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as one of the greatest of all rock and roll drummers, and was posthumously inducted into the Rock Hall as a member of The Who in 1990. Moon's legacy, as a member of The Who, as a solo artist, and as an eccentric personality, continues to garner awards and praise, including a Rolling Stone readers' pick placing him in second place of the magazine's "best drummers of all time" in 2011, nearly 35 years after his death.

Keith Moon is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 29 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words (2016), Quadrophenia: Can You See the Real Me? (2013), Amazing Journey: The Story of The Who (2007), A Life of Extravaganza - The Genius Frank Zappa (1993), Woodstock (1970), Top of the Pops (1964), Les Rendez-vous du dimanche (1975), Behind the Music (1997). The recorded credits span 1964 to 2023, including 23 movies and 6 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.