Dave Lombardo

Drummer

Birthday February 16, 1965

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace Havana, Cuba

Age 59 years old

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About

Cuban-born heavy metal drummer who has played with Slayer, Grip Inc., and Fantomas.

Before Fame

His first drumming experience was with the bongos and the marching drum when he was a child. He founded his first band, Escape, in 1979.

Trivia

He has a unique double-bass drumming style, which earned him the nickname The Godfather of Double Bass.

Family Life

He married Theresa Lombardo in 1986.

Associated With

He provided the rhythm for guitarist Kerry King in Slayer.