He’s best known as the talented drummer behind the Watts 103st Street Rhythm Band, and his name often comes up when people talk about legendary R&B session musicians. Over the years, he made a big name for himself by recording with icons like Bill Withers, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, and even Paul McCartney—just to name a few. Before all the fame, though, he was cutting his teeth in the music scene playing with a funk group called Dyke and the Blazers. Growing up in Kansas City, Missouri, he developed a deep love for rhythm and groove that would later define his sound. His journey from local gigs to international stages is a testament to his skill and passion, and his name remains closely tied to the golden era of soul and funk.