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Ronald Vannucci Jr. (born February 15, 1976) is an American musician, best known for being the drummer for the rock band the Killers. He is also involved in a side project called Big Talk and became the drummer of the Rentals in 2018.
- What’s the first piece of music that you bought for yourself, and what was the medium? Tape. The Head on the Door, The Cure.
- What was the first concert you saw? Pointer Sisters, of course.
- How did you parents influence your musical taste as a kid? Taught me how to work the stereo. Bought me a drum set. Threw me on a stage at Ceasars when I was 7.
- Who made you realize you could be an artist full-time? I did.
Oct 19, 2022 · Atwood Magazine catches up with The Killers' drummer Ronnie Vannucci Jr. to discuss their Imploding the Mirage Tour, playing onstage with Bruce Springsteen, the legacy of 'Pressure Machine,' and the band's hopes for the future.
Jul 14, 2015 · The Killers' drummer and Big Talk frontman talks about his side-project, his views on politics, religion and music, and his love for wine and whiskey. Read the interview with NME and learn more about his new album 'Straight In, No Kissin'.
- Eve Barlow
Aug 13, 2021 · The drummer of The Killers talks to NME about the band's second album in two years, inspired by their hometowns and childhood trauma. He reveals how the pandemic and lockdown influenced their creative process and sound.
- Andrew Trendell
Feb 14, 2018 · Ronnie Vannucci joins Joe for a discussion about his childhood in Las Vegas; the genesis of The Killers and how they've navigated band dynamics over nearly 20 years; how he regards himself as...
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Sep 30, 2016 · The drummer of the Las Vegas band reflects on the album that marked a decade ago, recorded in a casino and influenced by American rock legends. He talks about the challenges, the influences, the critics and the legacy of 'Sam's Town'.
