Alphonse Mouzon was a renowned American jazz fusion drummer and the founding member of the seminal jazz fusion band Weather Report. He was known for his powerful style and complex rhythmic structures, helping to define the fusion movement of the 1970s. Mouzon collaborated with various prominent musicians, including Herbie Hancock and Carlos Santana, and his work has greatly influenced drummers across multiple genres. Among his most influential works is the album "Mind Transplant," considered a classic in the fusion genre.