Earl Palmer
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Drummers · 1924–2008

Earl Palmer

American drummer (1924–2008)

Born
15 October 1924
New Orleans
Died
19 September 2008
Banning
Country
United States
Record labels
Liberty Records
Discography
1 album

Biography

Earl Palmer was a jazz musician who played drum kit. Earl Palmer was born on 15 October 1924 in New Orleans and died on 19 September 2008 in Banning. The music is usually filed under blues. Record labels: Liberty Records. Honours include Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2000).

Earl Cyril Palmer (October 25, 1924 – September 19, 2008) was an American drummer. Considered one of the inventors of rock and roll, he is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Palmer was one of the most prolific studio musicians of all time and played on thousands of recordings, including nearly all of Little Richard's hits, many of Fats Domino's hits, "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'" by the Righteous Brothers, and a long list of classic TV and film soundtracks. According to one obituary, "his list of credits read like a Who's Who of American popular music of the last 60 years".

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Drumsville! 1961

Also plays on

Albums where Earl Palmer is credited as a sideman

1962 Sinatra and Swingin’ Brass — Frank Sinatra drums (drum set)
1971 Stoney End — Barbra Streisand drums (drum set)

Awards

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Earl Palmer play?

Earl Palmer is known for playing drum kit.

When and where was Earl Palmer born?

Earl Palmer was born 15 October 1924 in New Orleans.

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