- John Tempesta
Infobox musical artist 2
Name = John Tempesta
Background = non_vocal_instrumentalist
Img_capt=deletable image-caption
Birth_name = John Tempesta
Alias =
Born = birth date and age|1964|9|26Bronx, New York City, New York
Origin =
Genre =Alternative metal , Heavy metal,Groove metal
Occupation = Drummer
Years_active = 1990 - Present
Instrument = Drums
Label =
Associated_acts = White Zombie Helmet Scum of the EarthThe Cult Exodus TestamentIommi san!ty.com John Tempesta (born
September 26 ,1964 inNew York City ) is a rock drummer who has worked several bands, namely Exodus, Testament, and White Zombie. He also played with former White Zombie singerRob Zombie as a solo artist, and served as drum tech for thrash outfit Anthrax for a while. He is referenced in the band's rendition of "Friggin' in the Riggin'," with lyrics about the band's crew members.In 2000, he played drums on one track of
Tony Iommi 's self-titled solo album.He played with the band Helmet in 2004-2005 but left to join
The Cult .In October 2004, he recorded with the band Scum of the Earth, composed of John and his brother
Mike Tempesta who was formerly the guitarist ofPowerman 5000 , Riggs (former Rob Zombie guitarist),John Dolmayan (System of a Down ), Seven, and Clay Campbell releasedBlah...Blah...Blah...Love Songs for the New Millennium , an interesting pop-heavy release sounding very reminiscent of the White Zombie / Rob Zombie sound, produced by Ben Burkhardt at Belt of Orion Recording in Hollywood.On February 14, 2006 he was hired as the new drummer for
The Cult .Discography
With Exodus
* "
Impact is Imminent " (1990)
* "Good Friendly Violent Fun " (1991)
* "Force of Habit " (1992)With Testament
* "Low" (1994)
* "First Strike Still Deadly " (2001)----------------- [http://www.johntempesta.com John Tempesta's Official Website] "site by Sonya Koshuta"
Wikimedia Foundation. 2010.
