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johntempesta .com. John Tempesta (born September 26, 1964) is an American drummer known for his work in hard rock and heavy metal. He has been a member of British band the Cult since 2006. He is the brother of guitarist Mike Tempesta, who also had worked together in several projects.
John's extensive professional resume includes gigs with Exodus, Testament, Zakk Wylde's Black Label Society, Tony Iommi, Helmet and Scum of The Earth (which features John's brother, guitarist Mike Tempesta). Presently, John can be found touring the world behind the drum throne of The Cult.
May 6, 2014 · John Tempesta of The Cult & White Zombie (INTERVIEW) - Glide Magazine. By Leslie Michele Derrough. 2 Comments. “Why don’t we do this outside. It’s great out there,” says John Tempesta, drummer for The Cult, as he leads me out to the balcony of his suite at the Hard Rock in Biloxi, where the band will end up playing an excellent set that night.
Feb 14, 2006 · After two auditions, John Tempesta ( EXODUS, TESTAMENT, HELMET, WHITE ZOMBIE, ROB ZOMBIE) has been hired as the new drummer for THE CULT. Tempesta will make his debut with the group when they...
Aug 3, 2012 · by Billy Brennan. The September issue of Modern Drummer magazine features Cult drummer John Tempesta offering ten tips on navigating a journeyman career and growing as a drummer. Here he elaborates on those topics and talks about his most recent projects, including the Cult’s new album, Choice of Weapon. MD: Do you think it’s harder to ...
Sep 15, 2009 · Although John Tempesta is perhaps best known as a ‘metal’ drummer, he feels as at home unleashing high speed thrash as he does The Cult’s monstrous back beats. After backing the likes of White Zombie, Testament and Tony Iommi , here John Tempesta shares the six records which have most-defined his career, telling Rhythm Magazine why they ...
Oct 26, 2010 · After touring the U.S. and Europe for nearly three years with Helmet, Tempesta joined the Cult. Aside from his continuing duties with the Cult, Tempesta is an in-demand clinician, holding dates everywhere from Moscow to Australia. He has also collaborated with Tama to release the John Tempesta Signature Stealth Snare.
