GUNS N’ ROSES has announced the arrival of Isaac Carpenter, its newest drummer who will hit the road with the band throughout their 2025 European, Asian, and Middle East tour, headlining stadiums and festivals throughout the spring and summer.
Carpenter, born in Washington’s Tri-Cities, is an accomplished American drummer and songwriter known for his dynamic contributions to alternative, hard rock, and beyond. He rose to prominence in 1995 by co-founding LOUDERMILK while in high school, only to be signed to Rick Rubin‘s label American. Carpenter’s career spans an impressive roster of acts, including live and studio work with Duff McKagan’s LOADED, AWOLNATION, Adam Lambert, the hardcore metal outfit BARBARIANS OF CALIFORNIA, A PERFECT CIRCLE, THE EXIES, OURS and BLACK LAB, in addition to his large session film and TV roster.
GUNS N’ ROSES will launch the ‘Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things’ tour on May 1 in South Korea. The trek will hit the Middle East and Europe in late spring and early summer, concluding on July 31 in Germany.
Earlier this week, GUNS N’ ROSES announced the amicable exit of Frank Ferrer, the longest-serving drummer in the band’s storied run.
Frank first joined GUNS N’ ROSES during a show in June 2006, helping anchor the rhythm section during subsequent tours, including their recent outings featuring the reunited trio of singer Axl Rose, guitarist Slash and bassist Duff McKagan. Ferrer‘s last show with the band took place November 5, 2023 in Mexico.
Ferrer joined GUNS N’ ROSES in 2006 as a temporary fill-in for Mantia. Before he knew it, Ferrer was a permanent member of GN’R, contributing to the ‘Chinese Democracy’ album.