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Derek Kerswill | |
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| Birth name | Derek M. Kerswill |
| Born | (1973-04-05)April 5, 1973 (age 51) Wilmington, Delaware,United States |
| Genres | Hard rock Heavy metal metalcore sludge metal thrash metal |
| Occupation(s) | Drummer,record producer,artist |
| Instrument(s) | Drums & percussion,guitar,bass |
| Years active | 1990–present |
| Labels | Equal Vision Records,Relapse Records,Metal Blade Records |
| Website | MySpace page |
Derek M. Kerswill (born April 5, 1973 inWilmington, Delaware) is an Americanmusician best known for his drumming in the bandsUnearth,Seemless,Kingdom of Sorrow, and multiple fill-ins/studio projects. While no longer on the road, he continues to play in several bands in the greater Boston area.
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 bandSeemless.
His resume boasts some of metals top visionaries, including most recently, Massachusetts based metal outfitUnearth and underground sludge-core super groupKingdom 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 inShadows 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 projectSeemless has disbanded, but the surprisingly atmospheric and pop-sensibleT A N G E N T S has surfaced as his new project, with longtime friend and song writing collaborator Dave Witham.
In late 2010, Derek announced his departure fromUnearth and immediately toured withThe Ghost Inside on their "Returners" 25 date European tour. Another new project with Matt Bachand and Jon Donais ofShadows Fall fame has surfaced in the form of a heavy and 80's influenced rock/metal band calledDead of Night.
In late 2014, a new supergroup featuring Derek & Brian Fair ofShadows Fall surfaced in the form ofDownpour and rumors have been flying through the metal industry for months claiming they have an entire record finished and they are just waiting for the "right label" before releasing.
Derek Kerswill uses USA Custom, New Classic, and Renown MapleGretsch drums, a variety of snare drums, andGibraltar Hardware. He also uses and endorsesAquarian drumheads,Vater drumsticks (he uses X-Treme Designs "Punisher" and "Warrior"),XL Specialty Cases andMeinl cymbals.
