Earl Palmer

American blues, rhythm & blues, jazz and rock drummer. Born : October 25, 1924 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Died : September 19, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. Earl worked with : Dave Bartholomew, Fats Domino, Little Richard, Professor Longhair, Lloyd Price, Frank Sinatra, Sam Cooke, Ray Charles, Eddie Cochran, Richie Valens, Gene McDaniels, Neil Young, Dizzy Gillespie, Earl Bostic, Count Basie and many others.. Veteran top session musician since the early 50's Member of the "Rock and Roll Hall of Fame" since 2000 (Sidemen).