Marshall Richardson

Gretsch Artist Since: 2010

Country: US

Band or Affiliations: Independent

Current Kit Setup:
Broadkaster in Satin Walnut
14x22 BD, 14x24 BD, 8x12 TT, 9x13 TT, 14x14 FT, 16x16 FT, 6.5x14 SD

USA 70's "Stop Sign" in Black Sparkle
14x24 BD, 13x9 TT, 16x16 FT

Catalina Club in Yellow Satin Flame
14x20 BD, 8x12 TT, 14x14 FT, 5.5x14 SD

6.5x14 USA Solid Aluminum Snare Drum
7x13 Brooklyn Chrome over Steel Snare Drum

Influences:
Put simply, songs. To me, there's nothing better than an interesting, song supporting drum part played with a great sound and feel. My influences are very wide ranging, but ground zero would be the STAX, Sun, Hi, and American Studios rhythm sections from my hometown of Memphis, TN.

We asked...Why Gretsch?:
The sound! That Great Gretsch Sound crafted by those great Gretsch people.

Advice to aspiring musicians?:
Listen to and create the music you want to hear.

Bio:
As a sideman in Nashville for over 20 years, Marshall has worked with a diverse list of artists, ranging from country legends to roots rockers. He records from his purpose built home drum studio and from other studios throughout the Nashville area. From the soul of STAX, Hi, and American Sound Studios, to the rock and roll of Sun Records and the power pop of Big Star, Marshall is heavily influenced by the deep musical heritage of his hometown of Memphis, TN.

Artist highlights: Webb Wilder, Jo Dee Messina, Terri Clark, Bernie Leadon, Lorrie Morgan, Steven Curtis Chapman, Sandra McCracken, Joe Nichols, Johnny Reid, Michelle Wright, Collin Raye.