CultureTravis Barker: Drumming is ‘like oxygen to me’

The documentary “Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear” examines the Blink-182 drummer’s life and his resilience after a plane crash that changed everything. Spanning 2017 to 2026, the film follows his path from drumming prodigy to music icon. In an AP interview, Barker discusses early influences including Animal from “The Muppets,” as well as his work with Blink-182 and a range of side projects. He describes drumming as a form of therapy and says it is essential to him, like oxygen.