Musician. Nicknamed Slamming Sammy, he was one of the most sought after session drummers known for his groove and back beat. He first started playing with Ray Coble & The Jazz Cats in 1958, then moved to Memphis and was with the Spyders for the record instrumental hit "Tarantula" (1961). He worked with artist to include Tony Joe White, Kris Kristofferson, Dr. John, Sonny Burgess, Bob Dylan, Albert Collins, Sam and Dave, The Dixie Flyers and many more. He also appeared in small parts in the films "Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid" (1973), "A Star is Born" (1976) and "Convoy" (1978).
Musician. Nicknamed Slamming Sammy, he was one of the most sought after session drummers known for his groove and back beat. He first started playing with Ray Coble & The Jazz Cats in 1958, then moved to Memphis and was with the Spyders for the record instrumental hit "Tarantula" (1961). He worked with artist to include Tony Joe White, Kris Kristofferson, Dr. John, Sonny Burgess, Bob Dylan, Albert Collins, Sam and Dave, The Dixie Flyers and many more. He also appeared in small parts in the films "Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid" (1973), "A Star is Born" (1976) and "Convoy" (1978).
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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