Hi folks, it's Joe. The trap set will be returning from hiatus with episode number 300 very soon.

But today I'm sharing my 2015 conversation with the great Memphis drummer Howard Grimes.

Howard passed away at the age of 80 last weekend, and I feel so fortunate to have had an

opportunity to meet him and talk about his

life and career. And here it is, episode number 42 with Howard Grimes, one of the all-time greats.

Rest in peace. This is Joe Wong.

Welcome to the Trap Set, where each week we explore the lives of drummers.

I want to play something for you.

You're hearing I'm still in love with you by Al Green, featuring my guest Howard Grimes on drums. A native of Memphis, Howard was the drummer for the outstanding high records rhythm section.

Together with the Hodges Brothers, Charles on organ, Leroy on bass, and teeny on guitar,

Howard laid the foundation for some of the most soulful and widely loved music in history.

Under the guidance of visionary producer Willie Mitchell, the band cut countless classic hits

with artists like Al Green, Ann Peebles, Odes Clay, and Denise LaSalle.

Howard began his career at the age of 12, backing the legendary singer Rufus Thomas.

Soon, he was recording for satellite records, which was later renamed Stacks.

During this time, Grimes formed a bond with another monumental drummer, Al Jackson Jr.

The two would collaborate on recordings for both stacks and high,

and they'd often trade off between drum kit and percussion.

Howard's recorded output slowed a bit after high records sold in the late 70s.

But as new generations of musicians come to appreciate the timeless records made by Howard in the band,

there's been a renewed interest in his unstoppable groove.

He's currently a member of the Bow Keys, a group made up of all-stars from the Memphis music scene.

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