J.M. 'Jimmy' Van Eaton, Pioneering Rock 'n' Roll Drummer, Passes Away at 86
Van Eaton's influential career spanned decades, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry and earning him a place in the Rockabilly and Memphis Music Halls of Fame.
- J.M. 'Jimmy' Van Eaton, renowned for his work with Jerry Lee Lewis and Billy Lee Riley at Sun Records, died at age 86.
- Van Eaton's distinctive drumming style helped shape the early rock 'n' roll sound, contributing to hits like 'Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On' and 'Red Hot'.
- After drifting from the music industry in the 1960s, Van Eaton experienced a resurgence in the 1970s, continuing to perform and contribute to projects like the 'Great Balls of Fire' film.
- Inducted into the Rockabilly Hall of Fame and the Memphis Music Hall of Fame, Van Eaton's legacy is celebrated by music fans and historians alike.
- Van Eaton is remembered not only for his musical contributions but also for his influence on the evolution of rock 'n' roll, leaving an indelible mark on the genre.
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