Derek Kerswill
Encyclopedia
Derek Kerswill is an American
musician
best known for his drumming in the bands Unearth
, Seemless
, Kingdom of Sorrow
, and multiple fill-ins/studio projects.
.
His resume boasts some of metals top visionaries, including most recently, Massachusetts based metal outfit Unearth
and underground sludge-core super group Kingdom of Sorrow
. Kingdom of Sorrow's debut album was released in February 2008, debuting at #131 on Billboard Top 200. He has also spent time in Shadows Fall
, Icepick, and a host of studio work that has demonstrated his diverse playing, while always maintaining a style all his own. He has also coined the term "Brutal Groove", which best describes his style. He was also officially named as Unearth's new drummer. Most recently, his project Seemless
has disbanded, but the surprisingly atmospheric and pop-sensible T A N G E N T S has surfaced as his new project, with long time friend and song writing collaborator Dave Witham.
In late 2010, Derek announced his departure from Unearth
and immediately toured with The Ghost Inside
on their "Returners" 25 date European tour. Another new project with Matt Bachand and Jon Donais of Shadows Fall
fame has surfaced in the form of a heavy and 80's influenced rock/metal band called Dead of Night
.
According to his Myspace page www.myspace.com/derekkerswill
Also found at www.purevolume.com/derekkerswill
drums, a variety of snare drums, and Gibraltar
Hardware. He also uses and endorses Aquarian
drumheads, Vater
drumsticks (he uses X-Treme Designs "Punisher" and "Warrior"), XL Specialty Cases and Meinl
cymbals.
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musician
Musician
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best known for his drumming in the bands Unearth
Unearth
Unearth is an American metalcore band from Winthrop, Massachusetts. Formed in 1998, the group has released five studio albums. Their fourth record, The March was released on October 14, 2008 meeting with high positive reception by many...
, Seemless
Seemless
Seemless was an American rock supergroup formed by ex-Shadows Fall drummer Derek Kerswill, ex-Killswitch Engage vocalist Jesse Leach, and ex-Overcast and ex -Killswitch Engage guitarist Pete Cortese....
, Kingdom of Sorrow
Kingdom of Sorrow
Kingdom of Sorrow is an American heavy metal band which features Kirk Windstein of Crowbar and Down, along with Jamey Jasta of Hatebreed.- History :...
, and multiple fill-ins/studio projects.
Biography
Derek has been playing drums since the age of 9. He is completely self-taught and also writes music on guitar and bass for his band SeemlessSeemless
Seemless was an American rock supergroup formed by ex-Shadows Fall drummer Derek Kerswill, ex-Killswitch Engage vocalist Jesse Leach, and ex-Overcast and ex -Killswitch Engage guitarist Pete Cortese....
.
His resume boasts some of metals top visionaries, including most recently, Massachusetts based metal outfit Unearth
Unearth
Unearth is an American metalcore band from Winthrop, Massachusetts. Formed in 1998, the group has released five studio albums. Their fourth record, The March was released on October 14, 2008 meeting with high positive reception by many...
and underground sludge-core super group Kingdom of Sorrow
Kingdom of Sorrow
Kingdom of Sorrow is an American heavy metal band which features Kirk Windstein of Crowbar and Down, along with Jamey Jasta of Hatebreed.- History :...
. Kingdom of Sorrow's debut album was released in February 2008, debuting at #131 on Billboard Top 200. He has also spent time in Shadows Fall
Shadows Fall
Shadows Fall is an American heavy metal band from Springfield, Massachusetts, formed in 1995. They are one of the few contemporary metal bands who take their lyrical influence from Eastern philosophy and some references to the Rastafari culture...
, Icepick, and a host of studio work that has demonstrated his diverse playing, while always maintaining a style all his own. He has also coined the term "Brutal Groove", which best describes his style. He was also officially named as Unearth's new drummer. Most recently, his project Seemless
Seemless
Seemless was an American rock supergroup formed by ex-Shadows Fall drummer Derek Kerswill, ex-Killswitch Engage vocalist Jesse Leach, and ex-Overcast and ex -Killswitch Engage guitarist Pete Cortese....
has disbanded, but the surprisingly atmospheric and pop-sensible T A N G E N T S has surfaced as his new project, with long time friend and song writing collaborator Dave Witham.
In late 2010, Derek announced his departure from Unearth
Unearth
Unearth is an American metalcore band from Winthrop, Massachusetts. Formed in 1998, the group has released five studio albums. Their fourth record, The March was released on October 14, 2008 meeting with high positive reception by many...
and immediately toured with The Ghost Inside
The Ghost Inside
This article is about the Chinese film. For the American Hardcore band, see The Ghost Inside .The Ghost Inside is a 2005 Chinese horror film directed by Herman Yau, and starring Mainland actors, Liu Ye and Gong Beibi and Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu.The film was produced by the China Film Group...
on their "Returners" 25 date European tour. Another new project with Matt Bachand and Jon Donais of Shadows Fall
Shadows Fall
Shadows Fall is an American heavy metal band from Springfield, Massachusetts, formed in 1995. They are one of the few contemporary metal bands who take their lyrical influence from Eastern philosophy and some references to the Rastafari culture...
fame has surfaced in the form of a heavy and 80's influenced rock/metal band called Dead of Night
Dead of Night
Dead of Night is a British portmanteau horror film made by Ealing Studios, its various episodes directed by Alberto Cavalcanti, Charles Crichton, Basil Dearden and Robert Hamer. The film stars Mervyn Johns, Googie Withers and Michael Redgrave...
.
According to his Myspace page www.myspace.com/derekkerswill
Also found at www.purevolume.com/derekkerswill
Equipment
Derek Kerswill uses USA Custom, New Classic, and Renown Maple GretschGretsch Drums
Gretsch Drums is a leading drum manufacturing company, based in Ridgeland, South Carolina. Their motto is "That Great Gretsch Sound!"- History :...
drums, a variety of snare drums, and Gibraltar
Gibraltar Hardware
Gibraltar Hardware is a maker of drumset and percussion hardware. It's most famed for making drumset frames and cages, but it also makes everything from hi-hat stands to drumset thrones...
Hardware. He also uses and endorses Aquarian
Aquarian
Aquarian may refer to:*Aquarius , a sign of the zodiac*Aquarian Illusion, a magic trick*Aquarian Tabernacle Church, a wiccan church*The Aquarian Foundation, a spiritualist church based in Seattle, Washington...
drumheads, Vater
Vater
Vater Percussion is an American drumstick and percussion accessory manufacturing company. It was founded by Clarence Vater, and is currently run by his two grandsons Alan and Ron Vater. Although the company began producing sticks in 1956, it did not officially become Vater Percussion until much later...
drumsticks (he uses X-Treme Designs "Punisher" and "Warrior"), XL Specialty Cases and Meinl
Meinl Percussion
Roland Meinl Percussion is a leading manufacturer of cymbals and other percussion instruments, based in Gutenstetten, Germany. Their main brand is Meinl.Founded in 1951 by Roland Meinl...
cymbals.
Current tour kit (2008-2009)
- Gretsch DrumsGretsch DrumsGretsch Drums is a leading drum manufacturing company, based in Ridgeland, South Carolina. Their motto is "That Great Gretsch Sound!"- History :...
& MeinlMeinl PercussionRoland Meinl Percussion is a leading manufacturer of cymbals and other percussion instruments, based in Gutenstetten, Germany. Their main brand is Meinl.Founded in 1951 by Roland Meinl...
Cymbals: - Drums - New Classic Maple in Deep Cherry Gloss
- 10x8" Tom
- 12x9" Tom
- 13x10" Tom
- 14x14" Floor Tom
- 16x16" Floor Tom
- 22x18" Bass Drum
- 14x6.5" GretschGretsch DrumsGretsch Drums is a leading drum manufacturing company, based in Ridgeland, South Carolina. Their motto is "That Great Gretsch Sound!"- History :...
Banged Brass Snare
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- Cymbals – MeinlMeinl PercussionRoland Meinl Percussion is a leading manufacturer of cymbals and other percussion instruments, based in Gutenstetten, Germany. Their main brand is Meinl.Founded in 1951 by Roland Meinl...
- 14" Mb20 Heavy Soundwave Hi-Hats
- 22" Mb20 Heavy Ride
- 18" Byzance Traditional Medium Crash
- 19" Mb20 Heavy Crash
- 20" Mb20 Heavy Crash
- 20" Byzance Traditional China
- Cymbals – Meinl
Discography
- Christa Alberts - "My Song" (2011)
- T A N G E N T S - "One Little Light Year" (2010)
- Sonia V. - "Oh Sweet Tragedy - anthems from the ashes" (2009)
- UnearthUnearthUnearth is an American metalcore band from Winthrop, Massachusetts. Formed in 1998, the group has released five studio albums. Their fourth record, The March was released on October 14, 2008 meeting with high positive reception by many...
- "The March" (2008) - Kingdom of SorrowKingdom of SorrowKingdom of Sorrow is an American heavy metal band which features Kirk Windstein of Crowbar and Down, along with Jamey Jasta of Hatebreed.- History :...
- "Kingdom of Sorrow" (2008) - GarudaGarudaThe Garuda is a large mythical bird or bird-like creature that appears in both Hindu and Buddhist mythology.From an Indian perspective, Garuda is the Hindu name for the constellation Aquila and...
- "Garuda" (2008) - UnearthUnearthUnearth is an American metalcore band from Winthrop, Massachusetts. Formed in 1998, the group has released five studio albums. Their fourth record, The March was released on October 14, 2008 meeting with high positive reception by many...
- "Alive From The Apocalypse" DVD (2008) - Shadows FallShadows FallShadows Fall is an American heavy metal band from Springfield, Massachusetts, formed in 1995. They are one of the few contemporary metal bands who take their lyrical influence from Eastern philosophy and some references to the Rastafari culture...
- Seeking The Way: The Greatest HitsSeeking the Way: The Greatest Hits-Personnel:* Brian Fair – Vocals* Jonathan Donais – Lead Guitar* Matthew Bachand – Rhythm Guitar* Paul Romanko – Bass* David Germain – Drums * Derek Kerswill - Drums * Jason Bittner – Drums... - SeemlessSeemlessSeemless was an American rock supergroup formed by ex-Shadows Fall drummer Derek Kerswill, ex-Killswitch Engage vocalist Jesse Leach, and ex-Overcast and ex -Killswitch Engage guitarist Pete Cortese....
- "What Have We Become" (2006) - IcepickIcepick (band)Icepick is a hardcore punk band formed in 1996. It serves as a side project to Jamey Jasta of Hatebreed, Danny Diablo, and other musicians of the hardcore punk and hip hop scenes....
- "Violent Epiphany" (2006) - SeemlessSeemlessSeemless was an American rock supergroup formed by ex-Shadows Fall drummer Derek Kerswill, ex-Killswitch Engage vocalist Jesse Leach, and ex-Overcast and ex -Killswitch Engage guitarist Pete Cortese....
- "Seemless" (2005) - StryperStryperStryper is a Christian glam metal band from Orange County, California. The group's lineup consists of Michael Sweet , Oz Fox , Tim Gaines , and Robert Sweet...
- "Reborn" (2005) - Robby Roadsteamer - "Okay Computer" (2004)
- New Idea Society - "You Are Awake Or Asleep" (2004)
- Twelfth Of Never - "Things That Were" (2003)
- Shadows FallShadows FallShadows Fall is an American heavy metal band from Springfield, Massachusetts, formed in 1995. They are one of the few contemporary metal bands who take their lyrical influence from Eastern philosophy and some references to the Rastafari culture...
- "Fear Will Drag You Down" European & Australian release - Medium - "Terra Firma" (2002)
- The Rise Park - "The Rise Park" (2001)
- Long Distance Runner - "s/t" (1999)
- Scattered Remnants - "Destined To Fail" (1997)