# Rodney Holmes Remembered | Birmingham News

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Podcast: [Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/birmingham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7604728)
Published: 2026-07-25T10:14:36+00:00
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Drummer Rodney Holmes, the Bronx-born powerhouse behind Santana’s iconic “Smooth,” has died at 59 after a courageous battle with cancer. A virtuoso whose inventive rhythms elevated every band he joined, Holmes also collaborated with legends like Randy Brecker, Michael Brecker, and Wayne Shorter. Musicians and fans are mourning the loss of a truly unique talent—brilliant, joyful, and irreplaceable—whose legacy echoes in every note he ever played. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f4bde6b17c8b2981

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