# Suicidal Tendencies — Drummer & Gear Profile | MetalForge

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## Band Overview

- **Drummers:** Dave Lombardo (2016–present), Jay Weinberg (2023–present, touring)
- **Genre:** Crossover Thrash, Hardcore Punk, Thrash Metal, Funk Metal
- **Active:** 1980–present
- **Country:** United States (Venice, California)
- **Status:** Active

## Drummer(s)

Suicidal Tendencies has had numerous drummers throughout its long history, given the band's sporadic hiatuses and lineup changes. The most notable current and recent drummers are:

**Dave Lombardo** — 2016–present
Dave Lombardo, the legendary co-founding drummer of Slayer, joined Suicidal Tendencies in 2016. His extreme metal experience and precision bring a new level of power to Mike Muir's crossover thrash compositions. Lombardo's involvement has been a significant factor in the band's continued credibility within the metal community.

[Dave Lombardo full profile →](https://metalforge.io/drummer/dave-lombardo) · [LLM markdown](https://metalforge.io/llms/drummers/dave-lombardo.md)

**Jay Weinberg** — 2023–present (touring)
Jay Weinberg, following his departure from Slipknot in 2023, joined Suicidal Tendencies as a touring drummer. His technical proficiency and high-energy performing style make him a natural fit for the band's intense live shows.

[Jay Weinberg full profile →](https://metalforge.io/drummer/jay-weinberg) · [LLM markdown](https://metalforge.io/llms/drummers/jay-weinberg.md)

**Other notable drummers in ST history:** R.J. Herrera (original, 1980–1995), Brooks Wackerman (1995–2003), Eric Moore, and others.

## Kit Overview

Dave Lombardo's current Suicidal Tendencies setup uses **Tama Starclassic Maple** shells with **Paiste RUDE & 2002 Series** cymbals — the same high-volume, aggressive setup he developed during his Slayer years.

- **Drums:** Tama Starclassic Maple
- **Snare:** Tama S.L.P. 14×6.5" G-Maple
- **Cymbals:** Paiste RUDE & 2002 Series (15" Sound Edge Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Crashes, 22" Reign Power Ride, 18" China)
- **Pedals:** Tama Iron Cobra 900 Double Pedal
- **Throne:** Tama 1st Chair

## Signature Sound

Suicidal Tendencies pioneered crossover thrash — a genre that fuses hardcore punk's energy and tempo with heavy metal's riff vocabulary. Mike Muir's songwriting draws on hardcore punk, thrash metal, and funk, demanding drummers who can shift seamlessly between styles. The original drummer R.J. Herrera defined the band's classic sound on the self-titled debut (1983) and *Join the Army* (1987). Dave Lombardo brings extreme metal velocity and precision. The influence of ST's rhythm section on bands like Pantera (who cite them as major influences), D.R.I., and the entire crossover thrash genre is enormous. Songs like "Institutionalized" and "War Inside My Head" are crossover classics.

## Albums

| Album | Year | Notable Drummer |
|---|---|---|
| Suicidal Tendencies | 1983 | R.J. Herrera |
| Join the Army | 1987 | R.J. Herrera |
| How Will I Laugh Tomorrow... | 1988 | R.J. Herrera |
| Controlled by Hatred / Feel Like Shit...Déjà Vu | 1989 | R.J. Herrera |
| Lights...Camera...Revolution! | 1990 | R.J. Herrera |
| The Art of Rebellion | 1992 | R.J. Herrera |
| Still Cyco After All These Years | 1993 | R.J. Herrera |
| Suicidal for Life | 1994 | R.J. Herrera |
| Six the Hard Way | 2010 | Eric Moore |
| World Gone Mad | 2016 | Dave Lombardo |

## FAQ

**Q: Who plays drums in Suicidal Tendencies?**
A: Dave Lombardo (ex-Slayer) joined Suicidal Tendencies in 2016 and is the primary drummer. Jay Weinberg (ex-Slipknot) has also joined as a touring drummer since 2023.

**Q: What drum kit does Dave Lombardo use with Suicidal Tendencies?**
A: Dave Lombardo plays Tama Starclassic Maple drums with Paiste RUDE and 2002 Series cymbals and Tama Iron Cobra 900 double pedal.

**Q: What cymbals does Dave Lombardo use?**
A: Dave Lombardo uses Paiste RUDE and 2002 Series cymbals, including 15" Sound Edge Hi-Hats and 22" Reign Power Ride.

**Q: Who was the original drummer of Suicidal Tendencies?**
A: R.J. Herrera was the original drummer, playing on the self-titled debut (1983) and the band's classic early albums through *Suicidal for Life* (1994).

**Q: What genre is Suicidal Tendencies?**
A: Suicidal Tendencies plays crossover thrash — a hybrid of hardcore punk and thrash metal. They also incorporate funk metal, speed metal, and alternative metal across their discography.

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**Drummer LLM files:** [Dave Lombardo](https://metalforge.io/llms/drummers/dave-lombardo.md) · [Jay Weinberg](https://metalforge.io/llms/drummers/jay-weinberg.md)

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