Several weeks ago we reported that the search was underway for a drummer to join the live show entourage of ATR.  Now, after hours of hi hats, bass kicks, and furballs (yes, furballs!), we’re here to let you know that the search is over.  The sweat, the tears, the heartache… it is kaputt. And while we know we’ll spend the rest of our lives making amends to Pedro the Cat, we’re thrilled to welcome Sam Merrick to the ATR family.

Who is this percussive phenom?

Behind the drum kit, hailing from Brandon, Vermont and weighing in with over 10 years of performance and recording experience, is the stick-wielding virtuoso Sam Merrick, who started playing drums at the tender age of 9. His auspicious beginnings included years playing in various district and All-state Jazz ensembles.  While attending Boston University, Sam became heavily involved in the Boston music scene, playing with a wide range of artist/bands such as The High Rise, Soulfege, The Genetics, and Love in Stockholm which cover musical stylings of Jazz to Reggae and Hip-hop to funk.   In the Fall of 2008, Sam moved to Brooklyn, NY to further persue his musical endeavours. He also performs with rockabilly outfit That Handsome Devil, and singer-songerwriters Jon Sandler and Argyle Johansen.

But don’t just take our word for it…

And meet the newest member at one of our upcoming gigs