Riley Breckenridge

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James Riley Breckenridge (born January 5, 1975) is the drummer for experimental rock band Thrice. The older brother of Thrice bassist Eddie Breckenridge, Riley joined Thrice during the early days of the band on the recommendation of Eddie.

Breckenridge plays C & C Custom Drums. He also uses Vic Firth drum sticks, Zildjian cymbals, Remo drumheads, and Drum Workshop hardware and pedals.

Breckenridge, along with Morningwood lead singer Chantal Claret, wrote a monthly advice column called "Battle of the Sexes" in Alternative Press magazine for nearly 3 years. The column was discontinued in the Winter of 2007.

[edit] Equipment

His current set-up is as follows:

C&C Drums
-Dark Brown Matte Stained Finish (maple shells) w/ Radio King Lugs
16x24 kick
9x14 rack
15x18 floor
6.5x14 C&C aluminum snare

Zildjian Cymbals
15" A New Beat Hi-Hats
20" K Dark Crash
22" K Ride (used as a crash)
24" K Light Ride

Vic Firth Sticks
Rock (heavy)

DW Hardware & Pedals
5000 series double kick pedals and hi-hat stand
9000 series straight cymbal stands

Roland Electronics
SPD-S Sampling pad

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