02/13/2024
Jimmy Van Eaton a drummer who lives in the soul of rock and roll. I remember visiting Sun Studios years ago and they played Whole Lotta Shakin on the speakers. I asked where the drums were set up when they recorded and walked over to that area. As I listened, standing there, my eyes misted up a bit but my heart sang. RIP sir and thank you!
Drummer J.M. "Jimmy" Van Eaton, one of the last surviving figures from the golden age of Memphis’ Sun Records, has died.