This future rock star was born in Palo Alto, California on April 24, 1945. He is a drummer, and while clean-shaven in his yearbook photo, he has sported a thick and memorable 'stache for much of his professional career.

He manned the kit for one of America's greatest rock 'n' roll/roots rock bands. In fact, he still plays and performs with the other member of the rhythm section from that group, which split acrimoniously with the singer/guitarist after leaving behind a beloved catalog.

Need another clue? Our young mystery rocker met said frontman and bassist at Portola Junior High School in El Cerrito, California. So he was rocking around the time this photo was taken.

What else can we tell you? Well, his nickname wound up as part of one of the band's album titles. OK, no more hints, click here to see if you've figured it out!

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