Danny D'Imperio is a respected American jazz drummer known for his work in Hard Bop and Swing, particularly with his own band, the Metropolitan Bopera House, emerging in the 1970s-90s from New York. He's recognized for his solid drumming and leadership, often featured on jazz archives and music sites, and comes from a musical family with roots in the theater circuit, having been born in Sidney, NY, in 1945. 

Key Facts:

• Profession: Jazz Drummer, Bandleader.

• Genres: Hard Bop, Bop, Swing.

• Notable Group: Metropolitan Bopera House.

• Buddy Rich Tour (after Rich passing)

• Born: March 14, 1945, in Sidney, New York, says JazzMusicArchives.com and this YouTube video.

• "Hip To It" podcast at whodatsound.com

• Musical Background: From a musical family, with his father playing piano and uncle playing bass, and his family involved in the theater circuit, notes this YouTube video. 

You can find his music and information on platforms like AllMusic, JazzMusicArchives.com, and SoundCloud.