Roberto Serrano

Gretsch Artist Since: 2010

Country: US

Band or Affiliations: Independent, Luis Miguel, Jesus Adrian Romero, Humbe, Sublime

Current Kit Setup:
USA Custom in Vintage Oyster White
22x14 BD, 10x7 TT, 12x8 TT, 14x14 FT, 16x16 FT
14x6.5 USA Custom Black Copper Snare Drum
14x8 Full Range Hammer Black Steel Snare Drum
14x5.5 Broadkaster
14x5.5 Gretsch New Classic
14x5 30's era

Influences:
Vinnie Colaiuta, Jeff Porcaro, Steve Gadd, Keith Carlok, Victor Loyo

We asked...Why Gretsch?:
"Because Gretsch definitely has the sound that allows me to express everything I want to say."

Advice to aspiring musicians?:
"Find your own sound, expression and language. Say what you have to say. Express yourself with Gretsch."

Bio:
Roberto Serrano is a recognized Mexican percussionist and drummer. His constant search for musical excellence has allowed him the privilege of working with highly recognized musicians.

Producers that have required his talent include: Kiko Cibrian, Rome, Neil Kernon, Tony Battaglia, Paul Leary, Jorge Espino, Memo Gil, Jesús Flores, Luis “Vavy” Lozano, Mike Major, David Garza, Billy Townes, Alvaro Lopez, Norman Garcia, John Presley, Joe Cueto, Alberto Espino, Mike Rodríguez, Daniel Fraire, Abraham Martinez, Mike Rosario, Julián Collazos just to name a few. Recording companies for whom he has done studio work are: Vastago, EMI Music, Canzion, ReyVol, Romance, Sima, Bauta Music, Aliento, Quality, French Fries, IM, Sinerdisc, Shine and Fueled by Ramen Records and many more.

This are some of the artists for whom he has recorded: Jesus Adrian Romero, Alex Campos, Sublime, Yuri, Amanecer, Lilly Goodman, Marcela Gandara, Marcos Barrientos, David Cavazos, Rojo, Abel Zabala, Peter And Lilly, Epicentro to name a few. He has given Clinics and Master Classes in: Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Ciudad De México, Guadalajara, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Bolivia and many others.

Currently, he is touring with Luis Miguel, considered by Bloomberg and Pollstar the Number One Tour of the 2023-2024, traveling through North America, Central America, South America, and Europe, performing more than 200 Shows.