The top drummer in my book. I think "Tumbling Dice" really made me realize how poetic the drums can really be. I watched the Superbowl halftime show with a friend this past year who did nothing but criticize Charlie's apparently boring, conventional style. Mr. Watts has a real appreciation for the instrument and as one of the co-architects of rock and roll, he deserves credit beyond the standards we might follow today. He also gets points for being the best-dressed member of the Rolling Stones.

I'm A big fan of Charlie. He always plays tasteful licks and his backbeat is legedary. I can't think of anyone else who could fill his role as well.