John Tempesta

John Tempesta

The Cult

In a career spanning two decades, drummer John Tempesta has built a body of work that's deservedly earned him a place among metal's most popular and well-respected players. Perhaps best known for his tenure with Rob Zombie - both in White Zombie and with Rob's solo project - John worked his way up through the drumming ranks, always looking for his next challenge and never resting on past achievements. John's extensive professional resume includes gigs with Exodus, Testament, and Helmet. Presently, John can be found touring the world behind the drum throne of The Cult.

John Tempesta'S SETUP:

  1. 19” A Custom Crash
  2. 18” K Cluster or 19” K Sweet Crash
  3. 10” K Hybrid Splash
  4. 15” K Sweet Hi-Hats
  5. 22” K Dark Medium Ride
  6. 19” K Sweet Crash
  7. 22” Oriental China (prototype)
  8. 20” K Cluster Crash

* May be prototype

John
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John Tempesta's
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  • WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

    As a kid just always wanted to play drums. I saw so many great shows as a kid. Being in the crowd, under the lights with the smoke and the sound. That kept me very focused on my goal.

  • WORDS OF WISDOM FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF DRUMMERS

    To practice and study with as many as people as you can. Dedication and heart. Just believe in yourself.

  • FAVORITE ZILDJIAN CYMBAL/COMBO

    20” K Cluster Crash

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