Rob Fiorino, drummer and percussionist
Born: New York, New York
Home: Denver, CO
Sophisticated, complex rhythm and primal energy are foundations of the symphonic sound carpet laid down by drummer Rob Fiorino. Descendant of a long line of musicians, Rob's earliest musical awakenings were through the symphonic works of Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, and Stravinsky - the great masters who invented "power chords". The Kinks' earliest hits, distinguished by chunky, bluesy power chords, and the horn-section driven Paul Butterfield Blues Band, inspired Rob to become a musician. His fascination with the drum kit is derived from the drums' incredible dynamic range, imbued with the tonal qualities, color variations, and forcefulness of a full symphony orchestra.

His influences include the work of Mitch Mitchell with Jimi Hendrix, Ginger Baker of Cream, Lenny White of Return to Forever, Danny Seraphine of Chicago, Tony Williams, and John Bonham. A self-taught musician, Rob has developed a truly unique style all his own. His drumming displays the sensibilities of a jazz musician, and brings unbridled emotion, soulfulness, and hair-raising power to The Blues Shop.

Although the blues has always been closest to his heart and soul, throughout his career Rob has displayed impressive versatility in his performance of a wide variety of music. He's traveled extensively and has shared stages - including world-famous Redrocks - with The Doobie Brothers, Credence Clearwater Revisited, Blue Oyster Cult, Tab Benoit, Bachman Turner Overdrive, Firefall, Toby Keith, Boz Scaggs, and Leon Russell.

A premier soloist, Rob's creative, potent and lyrical drum solos never fail to captivate and astonish each and every member of the audience.