Klaus Weiss (1942–2008) was a pioneering German jazz drummer, composer, and bandleader known for his dynamic precision, inventive rhythm, and deep grounding in swing and hard bop traditions. Emerging in the 1960s European jazz scene, he collaborated with legends such as Klaus Doldinger, Johnny Griffin, and Eugen Cicero. Beyond performance, Weiss gained lasting recognition for his work in composing and producing library music, with grooves that later became sought after by hip-hop producers and collectors alike—cementing his legacy as a timeless force in rhythm and innovation.