Frank Zummo isn’t just a drummer, he’s a rhythmic force of nature.
With a resume that includes Sum 41, Street Drum Corps, and an appearance with the eternal Mötley Crüe, Zummo’s playing isn’t about keeping time, it’s about making a statement. And that statement is loud.
Zummo cut his teeth early, practicing with a discipline that borders on obsession. By the time most drummers are learning their first paradiddles, Zummo was already tearing through complex rhythms, turning his practice room into a war zone of sound.
His big break came in 2015 when he joined Sum 41, the legendary punk band known for their high-octane mix of rebellion and noise. There, Zummo didn’t just step into the lineup, he kicked down the door and made himself at home. His drumming added a whole new layer of intensity to the band’s sound, making their already aggressive music even more explosive. With Zummo behind the kit, Sum 41’s live shows became a full-on assault, with every beat hitting like a sucker punch.
But Zummo isn’t just a one-band man. He’s also a founding member of Street Drum Corps, a group that turns percussion into performance art. Think Blue Man Group meets Mad Max, and you’re getting close. Zummo led the charge, on their founding by turning trash cans, oil barrels, and anything else that makes noise into instruments. Street Drum Corps isn’t just music, it’s a spectacle, and Zummo was the ringleader for over 19 years, orchestrating the chaos with a gleam in his eye before moving on to pursue other passions, and keep on drumming.
And then there’s Mötley Crüe. When the legendary rockers needed a drummer to fill in for Tommy Lee, they needed someone who could bring the thunder. Enter Zummo, who stepped into the spotlight with the kind of confidence that comes from years of experience and a deep love for the music. Zummo’s drumming on Mötley Crüe’s CrueFest summer tour was nothing short of a masterclass in rock, reminding fans why they fell in love with the genre in the first place.
Zummo’s drumming style is a unique blend of technical precision and raw, unfiltered energy. He’s the kind of drummer who can play a blistering punk anthem one minute and a complex, syncopated groove the next. He’s got the chops to play with the best of them, but he’s never afraid to get a little dirty, to push the boundaries of what drums can do. Whether he’s behind the kit with Sum 41, revisiting his smashed-out beats with Street Drum Corps, or bringing down the house with Mötley Crüe, Zummo plays like every show could be his last.
Off stage, Zummo is a gearhead with a passion for perfecting his sound. He’s collaborated with top drum manufacturers, designing custom kits that reflect his unique style. He’s always experimenting, tweaking, and refining, never satisfied until he’s found that perfect tone. But don’t mistake his technical obsession for a lack of feel, Zummo plays with a passion that can’t be faked, a fire that burns bright every time he picks up his sticks.
In a world full of people with a penchant for bangin’ on things, Frank Zummo stands out. He’s not interested in flashy solos or hogging the spotlight—he’s all about serving the music. But when it’s time to go big, Zummo knows how to make every beat count. He’s a rhythm warrior, a beat scientist, and a rock lifer, all rolled into one. If you haven’t seen him in action yet, you’re missing out. Because when Frank Zummo’s behind the kit, you know it’s going to be one hell of a show.