Dave Abbruzzese (born May 17, 1968 in Stamford, Connecticut) was Pearl Jam's drummer from 1991 to 1994. He replaced Dave Krusen in 1991, shortly before the release of the band's first album Ten after being recommended by temporary drummer Matt Chamberlain, and played on the next two records, Vs. and Vitalogy. He was kicked out of the band around July 1994. May 17 is the 137th day of the year in the Gregorian Calendar (138th in leap years). ... 1968 (MCMLXVIII) was a leap year starting on Monday (the link is to a full 1968 calendar). ... Nickname: The City that Works Official website: www. ... Pearl Jam (formed in 1990 in Seattle, Washington) are a rock band considered one of the most popular and influential artists of their decade. ... A session drummer at practice A drummer is a musician who plays the drums, particularly the drum kit, marching percussion, or hand drums. ... 1991 (MCMXCI) was a common year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar. ... 1994 (MCMXCIV) was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar, and was designated as the International Year of the Family and the International Year of the Sport and the Olympic Ideal. // Events January Bill Clinton January 1 : North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) goes into effect. ... Dave Krusen (March 10, 1966, Tacoma, Washington) is an American rock drummer who is best known for his work with Pearl Jam on their hit CDs, Ten. ... Ten is Pearl Jams first album, released on August 27, 1991 through Epic Records. ... Matt Chamberlain, born April 17, 1967 in San Pedro, California, is one of the worlds least-prominent, yet widely-heard session drummers. ... Vs. ... Vitalogy is a loose concept album by the band Pearl Jam, released on December 6, 1994 (see 1994 in music). ...

Abbruzzese grew up in Mesquite, TX, where he attended Vanston Jr High. While living at home the only thing in his bedroom (besides a bed) was his drum set. Some credit him with influencing a new generation of rock drummers in the early 1990s. Abbruzzese's trademarks include heavy use of splash cymbals, the double-stroke roll, and a fast right foot; Abbruzzese refused to use two bass drums or a double-kick pedal, instead concentrating on playing the best he could with a single pedal. Abbruzzese is also known to be a particularly hard hitter, which may be reflected in his suffering carpal tunnel syndrome. A splash cymbal is a small cymbal used for an accent in a drum kit. ... The double-stroke roll is a rudiment used by drummers and percussionists in a variety of music styles. ... A bass drum is a large drum that produces a note of low definite or indefinite pitch. ... A bass drum is a large drum that produces a note of low definite or indefinite pitch. ... To meet Wikipedias quality standards, this article or section may require cleanup. ...

Abbruzzese currently lives in Phoenix, Arizona. Flag Seal Nickname: Valley of the Sun Location Location in Maricopa County and the state of Arizona Government Country State Counties United States Arizona Maricopa Mayor Phil Gordon (D) Geographical characteristics Area    - City 1,230. ... Official language(s) None Capital Phoenix Largest city Phoenix Area  Ranked 6th  - Total 113,998 sq. ...

Additional Info

Dave grew up banging on his dad's tackle boxes in the early days. He dropped out of high school at an early age and began to focus on playing more than ever. Along the way he formed a band with his buddies called Dr. Tongue. In 1991 Dave got a call from drummer friend Matt Chamberlain, whom Dave knew through the Texas music scene, in regards to filling in for him in the band Pearl Jam when he left. Chamberlain had his eyes set on G.E. Smith's band on Saturday Night Live. Dave left for Seattle to meet and become acquainted with Pearl Jam. Although his musical tastes were far diverse from Pearl Jam, Dave chose to fill the hot seat behind a DW drum kit on August 23, 1991.

Dave played with Pearl Jam through April 17, 1994, playing on both the Vs. and Vitalogy albums, as well as performing on MTV's Unplugged, two Saturday Night Live's, the 'Even Flow' video, as well as extensive touring for both the "Ten" and "Vs." albums.

Although Dave performed on the album "Vitalogy," he was fired before it was released.

On September 30, 1997 Dave's newly formed band, the Green Romance Orchestra, released "Play Parts I & V." The album saw Dave bringing his own songs to the drawing board, as well as playing the role of a producer. "Play Parts I & V," is a release of Free Association Records, which was formed by Dave in 1996. To read more about Free Association Records, please go to the Free Associations Records Official Site.

Currently Dave is working with HairyApesBMX. He has just finished mixing, producing and engineering their upcoming album, entitled, "Insane Dreams." Dave also will be lending them a hand behind his drum kit on their upcoming midwestern tour, as well as a possible European tour to follow.

Gear

On his earlier, pre-Vs. Pearl Jam recordings, such as the tracks recorded for the Singles soundtrack and the video version of "Even Flow", Abbruzzese is known to have used Ludwig drums. As of the Vs. record, he endorsed and used Drum Workshop drums, Sabian cymbals, and seemed to favor an 8x12 Brady snare drum. Abbruzzese also has his own line of signature drum sticks, manufactured and marketed by Pro-Mark. Singles is the original soundtrack album by the film of the same title with a collection of grunge songs. ... 2005 Ludwig Amber Vista-Lite Drumkit Neil Peart and his Ludwig drum kit Ludwig-Musser is a drum and percussion instrument manufacturer owned by Conn-Selmer, Inc. ... Neil Pearts Drum Workshop drum kit DW double bass drum pedal Drum Workshop (also referred to as DW) is a California-based drum and hardware manufacturing company. ... // A brief history Sabian is one of the worlds largest manufacturers of cymbals. ... Brady Drum Company is a manufacturer of high-quality, custom drums made from native Australian hardwoods, particularly Jarrah. ... The snare drum or side drum is a tubular drum made of wood or metal with skins, or heads, stretched over the top and bottom openings. ... Pro-Mark are a drumstick, mallet and percussion product manufacturer located in Houston, USA. External links Official website Categories: Musical instrument stubs ...

Discography

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FACT

• At first Dave was reluctant to join the band (Pearl Jam) full-time. Then after his second show with Pearl Jam, Abbruzzese went straight down to his local tattoo parlor, and in a touching if slightly misguided display of commitment, had Jeff Ament's stick figure drawing from the sleeve of 'Alive' single tattooed onto his left shoulder