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Rob Hammersmith

Rob's musical journey began at an early age in a small town outside of Buffalo, NY. Starting out on the cover scene, Rob quickly developed an appreciation for a solid back beat and playing for the song. An approach to drumming that he still considers the foundation for his style today. Later settling in Atlanta, GA, Rob's drumming quickly gained attention in the rock underground. Rob spent many years touring and recording with various Atlanta based bands, and touring with Gunfire 76, featuring Murderdolls frontman Wednesday 13. Rob continues to maintain a busy schedule of recording and working with many different bands and artists throughout the country. In April, 2010, Rob was offered the drum position in the multi-platinum selling rock band Skid Row. When asked about his position with the band, Rob answered "Having always been a fan, it is an honor to be asked to join the band. The band's music and history holds a special place in both my life, and the lives of so many loyal fans. To be a part of that history is the chance of a lifetime." Since joining Skid Row, Rob and the band have maintained a very active touring and recording schedule, and continue to look forward to a busy future.

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About Rob Hammersmith

Rob's musical journey began at an early age in a small town outside of Buffalo, NY. Starting out on the cover scene, Rob quickly developed an appreciation for a solid back beat and playing for the song. An approach to drumming that he still considers the foundation for his style today. Later settling in Atlanta, GA, Rob's drumming quickly gained attention in the rock underground. Rob spent many years touring and recording with various Atlanta based bands, and touring with Gunfire 76, featuring Murderdolls frontman Wednesday 13. Rob continues to maintain a busy schedule of recording and working with many different bands and artists throughout the country. In April, 2010, Rob was offered the drum position in the multi-platinum selling rock band Skid Row. When asked about his position with the band, Rob answered "Having always been a fan, it is an honor to be asked to join the band. The band's music and history holds a special place in both my life, and the lives of so many loyal fans. To be a part of that history is the chance of a lifetime." Since joining Skid Row, Rob and the band have maintained a very active touring and recording schedule, and continue to look forward to a busy future.

For years, Aquarian Drumheads have been my go-to choice for tone, durability, and consistency. They’re unique combination of all these elements always get the sound that’s in my head out of my drums. The best in the game!

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The heads behind Rob Hammersmith's sound.

Force I Clear Aquarian product
Bass batterForce I Clear
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Regulator RSM Offset Hole Gloss Black Aquarian product
Bass resonantRegulator RSM Offset Hole Gloss Black
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Texture Coated Snare Batter with Power Dot Aquarian product
Snare batterTexture Coated Snare Batter with Power Dot
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Classic Clear Snare Resonant Aquarian product
Snare resonantClassic Clear Snare Resonant
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Response 2 Texture Coated Aquarian product
Tom batterResponse 2 Texture Coated
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Classic Clear Aquarian product
Tom resonantClassic Clear
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