Richard Russo

Gretsch Artist Since: 2006

Country: US

Band or Affiliations: Andrew W.K.

Current Kit Setup:
Gretsch Renown in Tobacco Burst
7x10 RT, 8x12 RT, 14x14 FT,16x16 FT, 18x22 BD, 6.5x14 SD

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."

Bio:
Rich is currently performing with Andrew W.K. He has also performed with Mike Pachelli, Sean Chambers, Rick Monroe and Hubert Sumlin.