Riley Breckenridge

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 drumsticks, 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.

Breckenridge originally had aspirations of becoming a professional baseball player, but his career was unfortunately cut short due to injuries.

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 Crash Ride
21" A Sweet 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

ources

* [http://www.thrice.net Thrice website]
* [http://www.waterispoison.com Water is Poison] , a Thrice fan site
* [http://www.idiomlife.com/scene/thrice IdiomLife.com interview with Riley Breckenridge]
* [http://www.livedaily.com/interviews/LiveDaily_Interview_Riley_Breckenridge_of_Thrice-9876.html?t=3 LiveDaily interview with Riley Breckenridge]