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Rich Russo

Gretsch Artist Since: 
2006
Country: 
US
Band or Affiliations: 
Andrew W.K.
Current Kit Setup: 

Gretsch Renown in Tobacco Burst
7x10, 8x12, 14x14,16x16, 18x22, 6.5x14

Influences: 

Steve Smith, Billy Cobham, Buddy Rich, Dom Famularo, Steve Gadd, Dave Weckl, Neil Peart, Peter Criss and John Bonham.

We asked...Why Gretsch?: 

"His first drumset ever purchased was a Gretsch kit. He began playing Gretsch 22 years ago and still plays them today because of that great Gretsch sound and reliability."

Advice to Aspiring Musicians: 

"Always practice four limb coordination. Work with a metronome. Practice to become affluent in all musical styles."