Sammy J. Watson

Gretsch Artist Since: 2007

Country: US

Band or Affiliations: Independent

Current Kit Setup:
USA Custom in Solid Yellow Gloss Lacquer
18x22" BD, 7x8" RT, 7x10" RT, 8x12" RT, 14x14" FT
6.5x14” Full Range Series Rosewood Snare

Influences:
"The Universe.."

We asked...Why Gretsch?:
"Because Gretsch is the best sounding drums of all time. The Gretsch sound that resonates, calls to my musical soul… You can't define being in love, you just know it."

Advice to aspiring musicians?:
"Explore, Experience, Expand..."

Bio:
Sammy J Watson has toured and recorded with multiple artists, including the Apex Theory. After graduating with honors and awards from Musicians Institute in 1995, he toured with Ricky Lee Jones on the H.O.R.D.E. Festival, and a variety of other artists. With The Apex Theory, Sammy has performed at the Ozz Fest, Vans Warped Tour, Snow Core, MTV2 tour and many others, both in the U.S. and internationally. Sammy’s teaching specialties include rock, jazz, drum ‘n’ bass, jungle, fusion, reggae, metal, pop, and funk influences with heavy emphasis on odd-meter groove and stylistic feel. Sammy is also the author of the book, "Drumming D.N.A." and is currently working on a solo project, collaborating with a handful of respected musicians.