Ron Tutt
American drummer for Elvis Presley
Born
March 12th, 1938
87 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A drummer who contributed significantly to rock and roll music, particularly during the 1970s. Played for Elvis Presley during major performances and studio recordings. Recorded with various artists and participated in numerous tours, showcasing talent in the genre. Involvement with the TCB Band included performing in live shows and contributing to the sound of several iconic albums. Also worked with various musicians outside of his tenure with Presley, enhancing his professional legacy within the music community.
Played drums for Elvis Presley's TCB Band
Performed at Elvis Presley's Aloha from Hawaii concert
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