As many rock fans are aware, Carmine Appice is celebrated as one of the most iconic drummers in rock and roll history. Born on December 15, 1946, Appice first gained prominence with the seminal band Vanilla Fudge. This group is widely regarded as one of the most influential in classic rock, yet notably, they have not been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame—a decision often viewed as an massive lapse in judgment by the hall.. After releasing five albums with Vanilla Fudge, the band disbanded, paving the way for Appice to form his next venture, Cactus. Tim The post Carmine Appice: The ClassicRockHistory.com Interview appeared first on ClassicRockHistory.com.