Ronnie Tutt has died on the age of 83. The drummer is greatest identified for taking part in in Elvis Presley‘s TCB band. Elvis Presley Enterprises shared the unhappy new yesterday on the Graceland web site, writing that they had been “deeply saddened to be taught of the passing of Ronnie Tutt.”

“Along with being a legendary drummer, he was an excellent buddy to many people right here at Graceland. We loved every time he joined us right here to have a good time Elvis Week, Elvis’ Birthday and plenty of different particular events. Ronnie was a tremendous ambassador to Elvis’ legacy – sharing his recollections of working with Elvis with followers – in addition to bringing Elvis’ music to arenas across the globe by way of later Elvis in Live performance reveals and performances,” the assertion continues. “Our hearts exit to Donna, his household, his fellow TCB Band members—and to his followers all over the world. He can be deeply missed by all of us.”

Tutt joined TCB in 1969 when it was assembled by guitarist James Burton to again Elvis throughout his legendary Las Vegas opening, and he continued taking part in with The King till his demise in 1977. Along with working with Presley, Tutt was additionally a member of the Jerry Garcia Band between 1974-78.

Throughout his six-decade-long profession, Ronnie Tutt toured with Neil Diamond and performed with the likes of Johnny Money, Kenny Rogers, Glen Campbell, Roy Orbison, and Michael McDonald. He was additionally a profitable session musician and contributed to Billy Joel’s “Piano Man,” Gram Parsons’ GP and Grievous Angel, Elvis Costello’s King of America, Buckingham Nicks’ self-titled album, and extra.