Kim Berly
Canadian drummer (born 1948)
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Kimberly Meyer (born July 24, 1948), known professionally as Kim Berly, is a Canadian drummer. He is best known for being one third of the classic lineup of the folk rock trio The Stampeders.
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| Background information | |
| Born | Kimberly Meyer July 24, 1948 |
| Genres | Rock, folk |
| Instrument | Drums |
| Years active | 1964–present |
| Member of | The Stampeders |
Biography
Berly started playing drums at the age of fifteen after seeing a rock band performing live at a community center in Calgary in summer of 1963.[1] After a few weeks of playing the drums on pots and pans, his parents bought him his first drum kit.[1]
Berly formed The Stampeders with guitarist Rich Dodson and Berly's brother Al Meyer (under the name Race Holiday) on vocals. By 1968, the once six-piece band was a trio by 1968 consisting of Berly, Dodson and bassist Ronnie King, a friend of Berly's who he recruited.[2] The band were popular on the Canadian charts in the 1970s and in 1971 had a North American hit with "Sweet City Woman". Berly sang backing and lead vocals occasionally.[3]
Berly now lives in Vernon, British Columbia with his wife Lori.[2][4]