John T. Siomos (July 30, 1947 – January 16, 2004) was an American drummer who performed with Todd Rundgren, Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels, Rick Derringer, Carly Simon, Mark "Moogy" Klingman, Buzzy Linhart and Frampton's Camel. Born in Chicago, Illinois, he died in Brooklyn, New York.

Early life

Siomos was born in Chicago, son of Nick and Susie (née Kollias). He had a twin brother Steve. They were fraternal twins.

Career

Siomos played on Peter Frampton's Frampton Comes Alive. Siomos, also known as John Headley-Down, co-wrote and performed on the songs "Doobie Wah", and the hit single "Do You Feel Like We Do" from that album. He also played drums on "Hello It's Me" and other songs on Todd Rundgren's gold album Something/Anything?.

Death

Siomos died in Brooklyn of undisclosed causes on January 16, 2004. He is buried in Elmwood Cemetery, River Grove, Illinois.

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