John A. Ware (born May 2, 1944 in Tulsa, Oklahoma) is an American drummer and percussionist known primarily for his session and live performance work.
[8] During his time with the Stone Poneys, Ware became friends with Michael Nesmith who wrote Ronstadt's hit single, "Different Drum".
After the First National Band broke up, Ware spent time as a session drummer in California and doing some touring with John Stewart, Hoyt Axton, and Ian Matthews.
[12] In 1975, Ware was contacted by manager Eddie Tickner, and he became a member of Emmylou Harris' Hot Band, along with Glen D Hardin, James Burton, Hank Devito, Emory Gordy, Jr., and Rodney Crowell.
[11][13] In 2004, the original Hot Band (including Ware) was reunited for one night in Nashville when ASCAP presented Harris with the Founders Award.