Howard Grimes was a drummer with the Memphis soul session band the Hi Rhythm Section, who backed singers including Al Green and Ann Peebles.Grimes grew up in Memphis, where he was inspired to be a drummer after watching Gene Krupa (1909–1973) play on TV.
After learning to play drums – he was largely self-taught – Grimes attended school with Isaac Hayes (1942–2008). The two played together in a combo when they were young.
Grimes began playing sessions for Satellite Records, later to become the legendary Stax Records, when he was still in school.
He later moved on to Hi Records, joining their house band, the Hi Rhythm Section. Grimes developed a reputation there for keeping impeccable time, a trait that earned him the nickname “The Bulldog.” He added his rock-solid beat to hit records including Al Green’s “Tired of Being Alone” and Ann Peebles’ “I Can’t Stand the Rain.” Other singers backed by Grimes and the Hi Rhythm Section include O.V.
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