About Robert Nix
Lived 1944 – 2012 (aged 67). Robert Nix was an American record producer, drummer and songwriter.
Robert Lafayette Nix (November 8, 1944 May 20, 2012) was an American drummer best known as a founding member of the rock band Atlanta Rhythm Section (ARS).
Nix grew up in Jacksonville, Florida and graduated from Paxon Senior High School in 1962; also attended Paxon Senior at the same time as Nix was J. R. Cobb, who later became a member of ARS.
Influenced by Joe Morello, Hal Blaine, Cozy Cole and Buddy Rich, in 1964 Nix became a member of Roy Orbison's backing band The Candymen, playing on and off with him for six years.
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Who was Robert Nix?
American drummer (1944–2012)
When was Robert Nix born?
Robert Nix was born on 8 November 1944 in Blakely.
When did Robert Nix die?
Robert Nix died on 20 May 2012 in Memphis.
What was Robert Nix's occupation?
Robert Nix was a record producer, drummer and songwriter.
What nationality was Robert Nix?
Robert Nix was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Nix (drummer)
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