Acclaimed drummer Jamie Oldaker died at the age of 68. The musician, who had battled cancer in recent years, was surrounded by family members when he passed away Thursday at his Tulsa home.
A drummer and percussionist for rock, blues rock and country music, Oldaker He was born on September 5, 1951 in Tulsa. He was an exponent of the random style.
After a season in Bob Segerthe band of Oldaker United Eric Clapton in 1974 during the recording of “461 Ocean Boulevard”. Oldaker would still be a member of ClaptonThe studio bands and tours until 1979, when the entire band was fired. Oldaker would return to the Clapton band in 1983, leaving in 1986. Oldaker appears on the blue side of the live recording “24 nights” from 1990 and 1991. Not long after leaving Claptonthe band of Oldaker briefly became a member of KISS guitarist Ace frehleyproject of FREHLEY’S COMET, appearing on the 1988 album “Second sighting”. He was a founding member of the alternative country band. Tractors in 1994. Oldaker He has also played on recordings of musicians such as THE BROTHERS OF BEAUTY, SLEEPING ON THE WHEEL, Peter Frampton, Stephen Stills, Leon Russell Freddie king and THE BEE GEES.
“Jamie Oldaker he has been my dear friend and brother for over 40 years ” Frampton said in a statement provided to the world of Tulsa by OldakerThe family of. “He was a very warm, caring, and true friend with a gentle heart. He cared for us almost more than himself. Most will know him as the drummer of Eric ClaptonAlbums of His way of playing was unique; A relaxed drum style with an incredible feel. We travel the world, we play many wonderful shows and great recordings together. He was a very dear person and I will miss him for the rest of my time here. I love you, Jamie“
Oldaker He participated in the work with the organizers and the construction of the OKPOP museum in Tulsa. He and his wife Maria, they also hosted an annual fundraiser, MOJO Fest, to raise money for the Tulsa Day Center For The Homeless.
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