Chambers is particularly regarded for his ability to play “in the pocket” but can also stretch very far out of the pocket, which is also a hallmark of his technique. Chambers exhibits a powerful style that is technically proficient, yet highly musical and groove-oriented. He can play in a wide variety of musical genres, but is perhaps most notable for his jazz-fusion, funk, and Latin music playing. He is mostly known for his fast hands and triplets on the bass drum. He has helped many young drummers, the most prominent being Tony Royster Jr.
Chambers began drumming at the age of four years old, and was gigging in Baltimore-area nightclubs by the age of six. In 1978 (at 18 years old) he joined Parliament/Funkadelic, and stayed with them until 1985. In the early 1990s he joined the John Scofield band. Since then he has played with most of the major figures in jazz fusion music. Recently, he has been part of the Maceo Parker live band.
He is currently touring with Carlos Santana and makes appearances with his band Niacin. He plays Pearl drums, Zildjian cymbals, and Zildjian sticks.