Jim McCarty

James Stanley McCarty (born 25 July 1943) is an English musician, best known as the drummer for the Yardbirds and Renaissance. Following Chris Dreja's departure from the Yardbirds in 2013, McCarty became the only founding member to still tour in the band. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992 as a member of the Yardbirds.

For the guitarist, see Jim McCarty (guitarist).

Jim McCarty
Jim McCarty in Basingstoke, 2008
Background information
Birth nameJames Stanley McCarty
Born (1943-07-25) 25 July 1943
Walton, Liverpool, England
GenresBlues rock, psychedelic rock, progressive rock, hard rock, folk rock
Occupation(s)
  • Musician
  • songwriter
Instrument(s)
  • Drums
  • vocals
  • guitar
  • keyboards
Years active1960s–present
Member ofThe Yardbirds
Formerly of
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