Floyd Sneed Passes Away, a legendary Canadian Drummer,

The music world is mourning the loss of one of their own. Floyd Sneed who rose to fame as a member of the pop/rock band, Three Dog Night, has died – this according to the band’s official Facebook page.

A post read,

“Three Dog Night is saddened to learn of the passing of Floyd Sneed. Floyd was an absolutely wonderful human being, a complete original and a sweetheart of a man. He was also an extraordinarily unique drummer who brought so much to Three Dog Night’s sound. Floyd broke many barriers both musically and culturally; he also influenced countless other drummers with his amazing technique.”

Sneed kept the steady beat behind the drums for Three Dog Night during their most successful period.
He joined the act in 1968 and performed on the act’s 10 top 10 hits including, their chart toppers “Black & White”, “One”, and “Mama Told Me Not To Come”. Though he stepped away during the mid-70s, he would return for another stint in 1981.

Other members of Three Dog Night and Sneed came together to form the short lived act, SS Fools. Sneed also performed with the Ohio Players, among other acts.

Three Dog Night’s post concluded,

“He will be greatly missed by all of us in the band and the many musicians, artists and others he inspired throughout his life. Rest in Peace Floyd.”

Sneed was 80 years old at the time of his passing. His memory will live on through his music.

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