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Kimberly Thompson

Gretsch Artist Since: 
2005
Country: 
US
Band or Affiliations: 
Kimberly Thompson Jazz Quartet, Mike Stern
Current Kit Setup: 

USA Custom in Savanah Sunset Duco 16x20” Bass Drum, 7x10” Rack Tom, 8x12” Rack Tom, 14x14” Floor Tom, 16x16” Floor Tom, 5x14” Snare Drum, 6.5x14” Aluminum Snare w/ Wood Hoops

Influences: 

Ben Riley, Lewis Nash, Herbie Hancock. Friends, family and art. Life, nature, peace & harmony and music!!!

We asked...Why Gretsch?: 

"Gretsch Drums are well rounded and tonal drums, which make it pliable to tell a story or gather a sonic platform for high profile playing."

Advice to Aspiring Musicians: 

"Work hard and never give up your dreams. Be yourself and do what it is you believe you are here to do. Create your own art with your own voice. "