Rachel Fuhrer

Gretsch Artist Since: 2012

Country: US

Band or Affiliations: Independent formerly Ben Kweller

Current Kit Setup:
Brooklyn in Gold Sparkle
14x24 BD, 10x13 RT, 16x16 FT, 16x18 FT, 6.5x14 SD
6.5x14 USA Chrome over Brass SD

Influences:
John Bonham, Elvin Jones, Billy Cobham, Josh Freese, Bill Bruford, Jojo Mayer, David Garibaldi, Tomas Haake, Bill Ward, Miles Davis and thousands more

We asked...Why Gretsch?:
"I’m in love with Gretsch drums. From their entry level kits to the USA customs, I’ve always been impressed with the quality, versatility, craftsmanship and superior sound that Gretsch drums provide."

Advice to aspiring musicians?:
"Don’t compare yourself to others. Wake up each day with the goal of being a better human and a better drummer than you were yesterday. Be kind above all else."

Bio:
Rachel Fuhrer is an Austin, Tx based drummer currently playing with Tim Kile and the Vines of Love (formerly of Arcade Fire), Ram Vela and the Easy Targets, Citizen Banned Radio and Many Birthdays. In past years, Rachel was the touring drummer for Ben Kweller as well as the artist Christeene (featuring Peter Stopschinski and Roddy Bottum of Faith No More). Recent highlights have included performing Austin City Limits festival with Ben Kweller as well as a sold-out show at London’s historic Barbican Theater with Christeene.

Rachel has formerly toured, played drums and/or recorded for Ume (Dangerbird Records, Modern Outsider), Eric McFadden (Eric Burden, P Funk All Stars), and Cory Glover (Living Colour).She has preformed at many festivals including the Rock En Sein Festival in Paris, France, SXSW, Austin City Limits, Fun, Fun, Fun and many more.

Rachel also enjoys being involved in theater, orchestra, ensemble, and contemporary avant-garde productions. She has been featured in Modern Drummer magazine, Rolling Stone magazine, Tom Tom magazine, and Drum! magazine and has appeared on No Reservations with Anthony Bourdain and Last Call with Carson Daily.

When Rachel isn’t touring she enjoys a full roster of private students as well as coaching rock groups. Rachel is an alum of Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA.