It’s that slow smile that spreads across your face when you recognize a favorite song in an unexpected place. It’s that triumphant feeling that you can conquer anything after you leave a great concert. It’s that kinetic energy generated when you play an instrument.Taylor Hawkins, John Densmore and Stephen Perkins perform during A Celebration for Ray Manzarek at the Fonda Theatre in February 2016.
Taylor Hawkins, shown here in 2016, was best known musically for his work behind the kit as the Foo Fighters’ drummer. But Hawkins had many musical projects and was above all else, a music fan. Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins performs on the Main Stage during Cal Jam 18 at Glen Helen Regional Park in San Bernardino on Saturday, October 6, 2018.