William "Sonny" Greer was born in Long Branch, New Jersey on December 13, 1903. "I wasn't no rich kid." He remembers, "but I was always comfortable. We were a happy family. TO READ THE FULL STORY: Subscribe NowLOG IN Read this article +get instant access TO 45 YEARS of Modern Drummer issues WITH A DIGITAL SUBSCRIPTION for just $4.99 month with no contract!