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| Biography
- "Roxy's Journey" |
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Nickname: Rox 'n' Roll
Birthdate: March 17th
Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan
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| What does a classically trained clarinetist
do after symphony rehearsals? She beats the skins for her rock band.
Born in Detroit, Michigan, Roxy Petrucci grew up in a family of musicians. |
| As the first chair clarinetist throughout
high school and college she decided the conservatory was too conservative,
so she picked up her sticks and hit the road with metal band Madam
X. “We were a talented, nitty gritty, balls to the wall rock
n roll band” says Petrucci. |
| Rising to cult status, Madam X turned
heads visually and musically. Their anthem driven songs like ‘High
in High School’ and ‘Come one Come all’ impressed the
record execs from major labels. Madam X signed a contract with CBS
records and recruited rock legend Rick Derringer to produce their
timeless debut album ‘We Reserve the Right’. Petrucci and
the band toured extensively until they called it day in the mid 80s
and she set out on her own. |
| Roxy's signature style of power and feel
caught the attention of many in the industry. She was asked to audition
for David Lee Roth with virtuoso Steve Vai on guitar and legendary
bassist Billy Sheehan. |
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| She was among the top 10 picked alongside
drummer extraordinaire Gregg Bissonette. She went on to join Vixen
and they became one of the most successful female rock bands in the
world. Vixen released two immense albums and toured the world supporting
heavyweights the likes of Ozzy, The Scorpions, Deep Purple and Kiss.
“I love playing live; the thunder of my kick drum and the crack
from my snare resonating in a room full of head bangers is so indescribably
satisfying, it's like an addiction. I’m anxious to get back on
stage and kick in some teeth! Roxy remains very active as a recording
artist and her current plans include live performances. She continues
to be an influence and inspiration for male and female drummers alike. |
| “It’s all about slammin down
some heavy grooves and I dig it, so
thanx for stickin with me”! |
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roxy
petrucci
heavy slammin' groove queen
roxypetrucci.com ®
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