Tony Thompson

Out of all the numerous rumors that have surfaced over the years of Led Zeppelin possibly re-forming, it appears that the one time it came closest to actually becoming a reality (the mid-'80s), the drummer who was projected to take the spot of John Bonham was ex-Chic pounder Tony Thompson. Hailing from New York City, Thompson made a name for himself in the late '70s as one of the dance movement's leading drummers -- due to his hard-hitting style (which hinted that his playing was equally influenced by hard rock). Getting his start playing briefly with LaBelle, Thompson found h...