D.J. Fontana
Born: 1931-03-15
Birthplace: Shreveport, Louisiana, USA
Biography
Dominic Joseph Fontana (March 15, 1931 – June 13, 2018) was an American musician best known as the drummer for Elvis Presley for 14 years. In 1955, he was hired to play drums for Presley, which marked the beginning of a 15-year relationship. He played on over 460 RCA recordings with Elvis.
Known For
The Definitive Elvis: The Television Years
Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll
Elvis: The '68 Comeback Special
Elvis: A Life in Music
From Nashville With Music
Elvis '68 Comeback Special Edition
Classic Albums: Elvis Presley
Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley - One Night With You
Elvis: #1 Hit Performances
Top Movie Credits
Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll
Self (archive footage)
Elvis: A Life in Music
Self (archive footage)
Elvis '68 Comeback Special Edition
Self - Drummer
Classic Albums: Elvis Presley
Self - drummer
Tupelo's Own Elvis Presley
Self - Drums
Elvis Presley - One Night With You
Self - Player
Elvis: #1 Hit Performances
Self (archive footage)