Artimus Pyle, born Thomas Delmer Pyle on July 15, 1948, in Louisville, Kentucky, is a renowned American musician best known as the drummer for the iconic Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. He joined the band in 1974 and played a pivotal role during their heyday, contributing his dynamic drumming style to classic albums such as "Nuthin' Fancy" and "Gimme Back My Bullets." Pyle survived the tragic 1977 plane crash that claimed the lives of several band members and continued to honor their legacy through his work with the Artimus Pyle Band and performances that celebrate Lynyrd Skynyrd's enduring music. Over the years, he has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and remains an influential figure in the world of rock music.