Richard Edson

Richard Edson (born January 1, 1954) is an American actor, drummer, trumpeter, writer, photographer, and filmmaker. From 1981 to 1982, he was Sonic Youth's original drummer and played drums for Konk at the same time. After the release of Sonic Youth's self-titled debut album, Edson left the band to play with Konk full-time. Edson also played trumpet with San Francisco band The Offs on the group's eponymous 1984 album.