Liberty DeVitto
Acting
Biography
Liberatori "Liberty" DeVitto (born August 8, 1950) is an American rock drummer. He is best known for his work as a drummer for singer-songwriter Billy Joel's recording and touring band. He has been a session drummer on recordings of other artists and now a member of The Slim Kings. He is credited as a drummer on records which have sold a combined total of 150 million units worldwide.
Born: August 8, 1950
Place of Birth: New York City, New York, New York, USA
Known For
Billy Joel: Live From Long Island
Taped at The Nassau Coliseum Uniondale, Long Island NY, on December 29, 1982. This 1983 VHS release from Fox/CBS includes the complete version of the concert originally taped for HBO.
Billy Joel: Live in Leningrad
Highlights of Billy Joel's concert performances in Leningrad, USSR in 1987.
Billy Joel: And So It Goes
An expansive portrait of the life and music of Billy Joel, exploring the love, loss, and personal struggles that fuel his songwriting. With unprecedented access to never-before-seen performances, home movies, and personal photographs, along with extensive, in-depth one-on-one interviews, the documentary intimately explores the life and work of Joel, whose music has endured across generations.
Billy Joel: Live At Wembley Arena
Billy Joel Live At Wembley Arena, London 06-06-1984. This is part of An Innocent Man Tour. Set List: Prelude/Angry Young Man, My Life, Piano Man, Don't Ask Me Why, Allenton, Goodnight Saigon, Pressure, Leave A Tender Moment Alone, An Innocent Man, The Longest Time, This Night, Just The Way You Are, Scenes From An Italian Restaurant, Sometimes A Fantasy, It’s Still Rock And Roll To Me, Uptown Girl, Big Shot, Tell Her About It, You May Be Right, Only The Good Die Young. The band includes Frank Simms, Peter Huwlett on backing vocals, a three-piece brass section of Larry Etkin, Bob Livingood, Glenn Stulpin and Toots Thielemans on harmonica as well as Joel's touring/recording band of Liberty DeVitto (drums, percussion), Doug Stegmeyer (bass), Russell Javors (rhythm guitar), David LeBolt (keyboards), David Brown (lead guitar) and Mark Rivera (saxophones, percussion)
Phil Collins: Drummer First
For the first time on film, Phil takes us on a journey through his life and career from a drumming perspective—from his early days behind the kit to his groundbreaking work with Genesis and his celebrated solo career, from his time with the jazz-fusion group Brand X to composing for Disney’s Tarzan, forming his own big band, and ultimately passing the torch to Nic during the final Genesis and Phil Collins tours. This is Phil’s story, told in his own words. This documentary offers a rare and personal glimpse into the life and legacy of a true drumming icon. Phil’s story is one of passion, perseverance, and sacrifice—a testament to the power of giving everything you have for what you love. We are deeply grateful to Phil for trusting Drumeo to share his remarkable story.
Billy Joel: Live at Yankee Stadium
Billy Joel plays his greatest hits in the Big Apple. Recorded in 1990 during the Storm Front Tour.
Hired Gun
A documentary film about session and touring musicians that are hired by well-established and famous bands and artists. These people may not be household names, but are still top-notch performers!
Filmography
as Self
as Self
as Self
as Self - Drummer
as drums, percussion