Using that same ethos, Royal Drops will be perfect for a wide range of producers and composers who are looking for timeless grooves to get creative with. A big reason why this drum style is so revered is because of the thoughtful simplicity in which Al Jackson JR and Howard Grimes composed their drum parts.

This release incorporates key components found in the classic Hi Records drum sound, including swung bass drum patterns, 8th note emphasis on the hi hats, classically simple drum fills and a few 6/8 drum grooves. The tracks are based upon recordings of Hi Record artists Al Green and Anne Peebles, with drummers Al Jackson JR and Howard Grimes providing their unmistakable grooves. Home to legendary producer and founder of Hi Records, Willie Mitchell.

Royal Drops takes its reference from the music produced at Royal studio in Memphis during the 1970’s. Royal Drops is an album of 15 sweet soul drum tracks, engineered and performed by Timmy Rickard.