MEET YOUR COACH

Tim 'Herb' Alexander

Grammy-nominated.

​Self-taught. Soul-first. Legacy-defined.

Drumming isn't just about timing.

“It’s about telling a story, controlling a room, and shaping how people feel. That’s what I teach. That’s what I live.”

Tim "Herb" Alexander is a legendary American rock drummer whose name is synonymous with hypnotic grooves, innovative musicality, zen-like energy, and percussive mastery behind the kit.

Known predominantly as the drummer for rock band PRIMUS, Tim's dynamic beats and groundbreaking performances are filled with syncopated prowess.

Albums like Frizzle Fry and Sailing the Seas of Cheese showcase his unique blend of precision and creativity, earning him a place among the most influential drummers of all time.

Alexander's versatility lights up projects with A Perfect Circle, Puscifer, Attention Deficit, Laundry, and the avant-garde stages of Blue Man Group, proving his skill transcends genres. His role as a producer reflects his dedication to nurturing new talent, making him a pivotal figure in shaping the future of music.

Adorned with numerous awards, three Grammy nominations, and prominent magazine covers, Alexander's contributions to music are both profound and far-reaching. His work not only defines the rhythm of a generation but continues to inspire musicians and fans alike, cementing his status as a true icon in the drumming world.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

DISCOGRAPHY

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Primus:

Suck on This (1989)

Frizzle Fry (1990)

Sailing the Seas of Cheese (1991)

Miscellaneous Debris (1992)

Pork Soda (1993)

Tales from the Punchbowl (1995)

Animals Should Not Try to Act Like People (2003)

Primus & the Chocolate Factory with the Fungi Ensemble (2014)

The Desaturating Seven (2017)

Conspiranoid (2022)

Laundry

Blacktongue (1994), Motivator (1999)

A Perfect Circle

Mer de Noms (2000)

Attention Deficit:

Attention Deficit (1998)

The Idiot King (2001)

Michael Manring, Thonk (1994)

Fata Morgana:

This Is A Dream (2005)

Puscifer:

"V" Is for Vagina (2007)

"C" Is for (Please Insert Sophomoric Genitalia Reference Here) (2009)

Conditions of My Parole (2011)

Money Shot (2015)

Various Others:

Into the Presence (2009)

Net of Indra (2018)

Flyin' Traps (1997)

Drum Nation Vol. 1 (2004)

DRUM GEAR

DRUMS

Tama Starclassic Maple

(Satin Dark Mocha Finish)

  • 20" x 18" Bass Drum

  • 22" x 20" Bass Drum

  • 24" x 16" Bass Drum

  • 24" x 18" Bass Drum

  • 14" x 5.5" S.L.P. Super Aluminum Snare

  • 14" x 5.5" S.L.P. Vintage Steel Snare

  • 8" Low Pitch Octobans

  • 18" x 16" Floor Tom

  • 10" x 7" Tom

  • 10 1/2" x 6 1/2" Tom

  • 12" x 8" Tom

  • 14" x 12" Tom

  • 16" x 16" Floor Tom

  • 18" x 16" Floor Tom

  • 20" x 16" Gong Drum

  • 8" Custom Roto Tom

  • 10" Custom Roto Tom

  • 16" Custom Roto Tom

  • 18" Custom Roto Tom

  • 7" High Pitch Octobans

CYMBALS

Zildjian

A. 13" Zildjian Hi-Hats (K Custom Dark Top/New Beat Bottom)
B. FX Spiral Trash
C. 6" Zil-Bel
D. 10" Trashformer
E. Zil-Bel Prototype
F. 8" A Custom Splash
G. 14" A Custom Fast Crash
H. 13" Remote Closed Zildjian Hi-Hats (K Custom Dark Top/New Beat Bottom)
I. 22" Impulse Ride
J. 18" Wuhan China (intentionally cracked)
K. 17" A Custom Fast Crash
L. Factory Metal Percussion Gothic Radius Stack + Trashformer
M. Zil-Bel Cable Hi-Hats
N. 12" Chinese Gong
O. 12" Thin Crash

PERCUSSION

P. 15" x 8" Copper Colored UFO Happi Drum
Q. 16" Remo Roto Tom Frame
R. Englehardt Reco Reco Reverb Cowbell
S. LP Medium Pitch Jam Block
T. Zildjian Low Range Crotales
U. 10" Frying Pan
V. 12" Frying Pan

MEET YOUR COACH

TIM 'HERB' ALEXANDER

Grammy-nominated.

​Self-taught. Soul-first. Legacy-defined.

Drumming isn't just about timing.

“It’s about telling a story, controlling a room, and shaping how people feel. That’s what I teach. That’s what I live.”

Tim "Herb" Alexander is a legendary American rock drummer whose name is synonymous with hypnotic grooves, innovative musicality, zen-like energy, and percussive mastery behind the kit.

Known predominantly as the drummer for rock band PRIMUS, Tim's dynamic beats and groundbreaking performances are filled with syncopated prowess.

Albums like Frizzle Fry and Sailing the Seas of Cheese showcase his unique blend of precision and creativity, earning him a place among the most influential drummers of all time.

Alexander's versatility lights up projects with A Perfect Circle, Puscifer, Attention Deficit, Laundry, and the avant-garde stages of Blue Man Group, proving his skill transcends genres. His role as a producer reflects his dedication to nurturing new talent, making him a pivotal figure in shaping the future of music.

Adorned with numerous awards, three Grammy nominations, and prominent magazine covers, Alexander's contributions to music are both profound and far-reaching. His work not only defines the rhythm of a generation but continues to inspire musicians and fans alike, cementing his status as a true icon in the drumming world.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

DISCOGRAPHY

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Primus:

Suck on This (1989)

Frizzle Fry (1990)

Sailing the Seas of Cheese (1991)

Miscellaneous Debris (1992)

Pork Soda (1993)

Tales from the Punchbowl (1995)

Animals Should Not Try to Act Like People (2003)

Primus & the Chocolate Factory with the Fungi Ensemble (2014)

The Desaturating Seven (2017)

Conspiranoid (2022)

Laundry:

Blacktongue (1994), Motivator (1999)

A Perfect Circle:

Mer de Noms (2000)

Attention Deficit:

Attention Deficit (1998)

The Idiot King (2001)

Michael Manring, Thonk (1994)

Fata Morgana:

This Is A Dream (2005)

Puscifer:

"V" Is for Vagina (2007)

"C" Is for (Please Insert Sophomoric Genitalia Reference Here) (2009)

Conditions of My Parole (2011)

Money Shot (2015)

Various Others:

Into the Presence (2009)

Net of Indra Net of Indra (2018)

Flyin' Traps (1997)

Drum Nation Vol. 1 (2004)

DRUM GEAR

DRUMS

Tama Starclassic Maple

(Satin Dark Mocha Finish)

  • 20" x 18" Bass Drum

  • 22" x 20" Bass Drum

  • 24" x 16" Bass Drum

  • 24" x 18" Bass Drum

  • 14" x 5.5" S.L.P. Super Aluminum Snare

  • 14" x 5.5" S.L.P. Vintage Steel Snare

  • 8" Low Pitch Octobans

  • 18" x 16" Floor Tom

  • 10" x 7" Tom

  • 10 1/2" x 6 1/2" Tom

  • 12" x 8" Tom

  • 14" x 12" Tom

  • 16" x 16" Floor Tom

  • 18" x 16" Floor Tom

  • 20" x 16" Gong Drum

  • 8" Custom Roto Tom

  • 10" Custom Roto Tom

  • 16" Custom Roto Tom

  • 18" Custom Roto Tom

  • 7" High Pitch Octobans

CYMBALS

Zildjian

A. 13" Zildjian Hi-Hats (K Custom Dark Top/New Beat Bottom)
B. FX Spiral Trash
C. 6" Zil-Bel
D. 10" Trashformer
E. Zil-Bel Prototype
F. 8" A Custom Splash
G. 14" A Custom Fast Crash
H. 13" Remote Closed Zildjian Hi-Hats (K Custom Dark Top/New Beat Bottom)
I. 22" Impulse Ride
J. 18" Wuhan China (intentionally cracked)
K. 17" A Custom Fast Crash
L. Factory Metal Percussion Gothic Radius Stack + Trashformer
M. Zil-Bel Cable Hi-Hats
N. 12" Chinese Gong
O. 12" Thin Crash

PERCUSSION

P. 15" x 8" Copper Colored UFO Happi Drum
Q. 16" Remo Roto Tom Frame
R. Englehardt Reco Reco Reverb Cowbell
S. LP Medium Pitch Jam Block
T. Zildjian Low Range Crotales
U. 10" Frying Pan
V. 12" Frying Pan

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