Bob Lanning (born April 4, 1948) is an American drummer, best known for his work with Elvis Presley in 1970 as a member of his TCB Band.
[1] Lanning worked as his drummer during Presley's 1970 engagement at the International Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Lanning played on Presley's 1970 live album, On Stage, including Presley's hit single The Wonder of You[2] as well as album favorites See See Rider, Release Me, Sweet Caroline, Polk Salad Annie, Proud Mary, Walk a Mile in My Shoes and Let It Be Me.
Lanning also accompanied Elvis on drums during Presley's six attendance-record–breaking concert appearances at the Houston Astrodome in 1970.
[3] Jerry Scheff recommended Lanning to Presley when he was searching for a new drummer in late 1969.