Is Taylor Hawkins A-List?
No — Taylor Hawkins is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1999
Foo Fighters Stardom
Lost A-list status in 2006
Dropped to B tier — Side Project - The Birds
Ranking Timeline
Alanis Morissette's Drummer
Tours with Alanis Morissette during her 'Jagged Little Pill' era.
Joins Foo Fighters
Replaces William Goldsmith as the drummer for Foo Fighters.
Foo Fighters Stardom
Foo Fighters achieve mainstream success, Hawkins gaining recognition.
Side Project - The Birds
Formed and released albums with his side project, Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders.
Foo Fighters Continued Success
Foo Fighters continue to release albums and tour globally.
Tragic Death
Taylor Hawkins dies unexpectedly while on tour with Foo Fighters.
Remembered Rock Drummer
Remembered as a talented and energetic drummer for Foo Fighters, leaving behind a legacy of rock music.
Last updated: February 23, 2026