Many years ago while working at the Tabernacle here in Atlanta I had a chance to meet Sonny Emory and watch him play with Earth Wind and Fire!! Not only a fantastic drummer but a really nice guy!!!
That was a drum and percussion masterpiece that took you on a trip down different musical styles, sounds, and vibes. Sonny always plays what he feels, but there is always thought behind what he plays. He's a thinking and musical drummer, a drummer's drummer!
I remember seeing sonny with jean luc ponte in the early 80s. I was expecting rayford who played with Ponte often but when we saw the stage setup sony had his black kit with his name across the bass drum head. Kind of cool for jean luc to ok that. But id never heard a thing about Emory but became an instant fan that night. He was devastating. I was a young drummer myself and thought i was coming into my own and playing and developing well for my age. Sonny was actually just a year or two older than me and he humbled me that night. It was unbelievable. Peace sir Sonny Emory. Very inspirational still.
Creative,Solid ,Precise, funky ,jazzy Rock ,African ensemble , all wrap in one !! In other words A BAD -MAN on them Drums .. i play a little “bit” myself … i see what he’s doing !! Great Solo … MAN !!!
Oh Yeah That Sonny a Bad Dude I go back to his Georgia State Jazz Ensemble Days last time I saw Sonny he was playing along side with Joe Sample at The Fox in ATL he was GREAT that night Also!!!
Sonny Emory is one of those drummers that sound relevant at every decade I've listen to him. Most musicians when they get to a certain age sound outdate. Not the case with Sonny Emory.
The crash above is a Centent and the clap stacks we have are Centent. If you're local to the shop, swing by. If not, send an email to eckert@atlantadrumshop.com and we'll get you squared away.
Many years ago while working at the Tabernacle here in Atlanta I had a chance to meet Sonny Emory and watch him play with Earth Wind and Fire!! Not only a fantastic drummer but a really nice guy!!!
awesome drumming !!
All that and he looks relaxed! Thanks Sonny.
That was a drum and percussion masterpiece that took you on a trip down different musical styles, sounds, and vibes. Sonny always plays what he feels, but there is always thought behind what he plays. He's a thinking and musical drummer, a drummer's drummer!
Sonny is still one of my favorite drummers. His drums sound excellent. I love that ride cymbal. Amazing!
He makes it look so easy!!!
I remember seeing sonny with jean luc ponte in the early 80s. I was expecting rayford who played with Ponte often but when we saw the stage setup sony had his black kit with his name across the bass drum head. Kind of cool for jean luc to ok that. But id never heard a thing about Emory but became an instant fan that night. He was devastating. I was a young drummer myself and thought i was coming into my own and playing and developing well for my age. Sonny was actually just a year or two older than me and he humbled me that night. It was unbelievable. Peace sir Sonny Emory. Very inspirational still.
All I got to say is Sonny is a BAD boy, I love his drumming 🥁 and he definitely is one to learn from.
One of my favs
Legend!!!!!! Such a talented musician
Yeah Baby!!! Real drummer! Kudos Hotlanta Drum Shop! We need more real drummers, like Sonny Emory, a legend. Amazing! Thank you❤
This is fucking beast, among the top drummers of all time
Fantastic
thanks for sharing!
Sure thing!
Semplicemente.....FANTASTICO!!!!!
Love the rythm 👌👌
Here we go.. 🤩
beautiful
Polished perfection. A masterful menagerie of ambidextrous genius only he can perform.👑🏆🥇👑
Creative,Solid ,Precise, funky ,jazzy Rock ,African ensemble , all wrap in one !! In other words A BAD -MAN on them Drums .. i play a little “bit” myself … i see what he’s doing !! Great Solo … MAN !!!
That was Superb.
Wow!!!
Amazing 🤩
Saw him with Ponty in 85, a fan ever since
Sooo underrated
My friend Fleet moved to ATL and turned me on to Sonny. I’m EWF’s biggest fan and saw Sonny play with them. He’s a beast and has a unique sound.
My goodness sonny
Wunderbar
give that man his flowers
Nice!
Thanks!
Holy shit ! That drum set was beggin him to stop!!!! What a gift !
Oh Yeah That Sonny a Bad Dude I go back to his Georgia State Jazz Ensemble Days last time I saw Sonny he was playing along side with Joe Sample at The Fox in ATL he was GREAT that night Also!!!
Sonny Emory is one of those drummers that sound relevant at every decade I've listen to him. Most musicians when they get to a certain age sound outdate. Not the case with Sonny Emory.
Sonny’s got “IT” on ALL LEVELS. “Master”…
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽✨
There we went.
M A E S T R O OOOOO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow...I see Bro Emory has gone foot bell and quadrabans...an innovative creative. That's Mr Emory
He lives on the same Planet as Virgil Donati (^: Brilliance !
Крутяк!
Some spots reminded me of Tony Williams.
MORE COWBELL!!!! CAN´T SAY THAT, CAUSE SONNY´S GOT 3 OF THEM!!!! LOL AWESOME SOLO BRO!!!! :)
Friends with Billy Cobham.
😊
audio mic voz on?
Amazing. What kind of cymbal is the one with the symbols?
Searched the web for an hour. I can't find it.
He is a Zildjian artist, so, I'm betting a Zildjian. Best I can do. Already wasted far too much time looking into this. You got me good. Peace
That is a CENTENT XTT model with Runic laser engraving. He used it as his primary crash. Email eckert@atlantadrumshop.com if interested.
Thank you very much. That cymbal look unique!!
Do you have all the cymbals Sonny used in stock? I want that clap stick and the one above it
The crash above is a Centent and the clap stacks we have are Centent. If you're local to the shop, swing by. If not, send an email to eckert@atlantadrumshop.com and we'll get you squared away.
He's 61. Never mind his drumming. What's his fitness and health regimen?
A Spaun snare? Uh-oh, I see you Sonny.
Tell me he doesn't look like Tommy Davidson, Sonny is a bad boy, (no pun intended, not related to P Diddys label)🎼🥁
Uhhhh.....one trick pony with that left hand eh?
Sierra Tango Foxtrot Uniform,