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Hailing from New Fairfield, Connecticut, Emmure brings a certain freshness to the table that has become unparalleled in today’s underground music scene. Knowing all they have to offer, Emmure has never stopped pushing themselves to create the most below the belt extreme music they possibly can. Experiencing their fair share of adversity, Emmure has only grown stronger and more intense over time. Constantly winning over new fans and friends with their tight and brutal live performance as well as massive word of mouth exposure,Emmure looks to further the definition of heavy and continue on broadening their fan base by playing shows non stop.
I am basically very simple (I think). I like easy going people, I don’t like drama and I just want to have fun. I’m very carefree! I would rather just sit back and enjoy the day instead of worrying about stupid things that don’t need thought about. I love my Drums, my Band and everyone that has helped us along the way, more than anyone could ever understand. My friends mean a lot to me, they have helped me more that they know. I like nice people and I’m sick of assholes. (I’m one myself, but trying)…
Joe Lionetti Interview:
SD.com: How old were you when you started playing?
Joe: I started playing drums at 11 years old, but my Dad was a drummer. I’ve grown up around drums, bands and clubs, so it just always came easy.
SD.com: Did you play in a school band or any drum corps?
Joe: Yea, I played in band from 5- 8th grade
SD.com: Ever take any lessons?
Joe: I took lessons for about 6 months when I was like 16. But basically I learned from just going in my basement and playing non-stop.
SD.com: Who are your top 5 influences?
Joe: In no specific order: Justin Foley (Blood has Been Shed) – Mark Castillo (Bury Your Dead) – Branden Morgan (Misery Signals) – Thomas Noonan (36 Crazyfists) and of course Joey Jordison he has been the drummer I have looked up too since I was young.
SD.com: Assuming that influences doesn’t mean favorites, who are your favorites?
Joe: Well first and foremost Mike Kaabe from the band Endwell our Victory Records label mates he has been such a close friend and inspiration since we’ve met. Also Gene Krupa – Buddy Rich – – Ronnie Vannucci – The Killers and J-F from Ion Dissonance
SD.com: Let us know 5 CD’s that are in your current rotation
Joe: Bury Your Dead – Beauty and the Breakdown – Misery Signals – Mirrors– Ion Dissonance – Solace – Taking Back Sunday – Louder Now and the Bayside cd’s
SD.com: Can you remember a night you think was your best playing ever? If yes, when and where?
Joe: Yea, at the show case for victory. I was shit scared; I made sure I played perfect. That was some serious pressure.
SD.com: Do you have a favorite brand of drums or cymbals?
Joe: Orange County Drums. With Sabian cymbals and Pearl hardware with DW 9000 pedals
SD.com: Do you have any pre-show rituals?
Joe: I just try to stretch and practice simple rudiments nothing to crazy.
SD.com: If you could give one piece of advice to young drummers, it would be…
Joe: Practice, Practice, Practice. Even if you don’t know what your doing, practice. Always watch your peers. Just have fun and play what you love. And enjoy what you’re doing.
SD.com: Who gave the best live performance you’ve ever seen?
Joe: Killswitch Engage in New Haven, CT it was unreal.
SD.com: If you had to stop drumming, what would you want to do with your life?
Joe: I’m not really sure, Like I said my dad was a drummer. I’ve grown up around bands and clubs This is the most natural thing I’ve ever done, its all I know, but I can defiantly say I would not want to go back to cutting people’s lawns.
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