Jerry Kroon

Growing up in Madison, South Dakota, Jerry’s parents were always very supportive of everything he did. Initially Jerry’s interests were in sports but he also played drums in a local, garage band during his early teens. After graduating from high school Jerry became a member of Myron Lee and the Caddies and he also played with the Velaires, band out of Sioux City, IA. 

In 1969, Jerry ended up in Nashville and got his first taste of the big time. He eventually returned to South Dakota where his girlfriend and future wife, Marlys Roe, was playing with the popular Talismen. In ’71, Jerry and wife Marlys moved to Nashville where he started to establish himself as a talented and sought after drummer. 

After starting a family, Jerry eventually became a studio musician in Nashville and soon was in high demand. He worked with many well known artists including Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Eddy Raven, Tommy Roe to name a few. Jerry has been working and touring with Don McLean for a number of years and still is one of the best drummers in the country.