Grifin DiNardo Nashville/LA based drummer

Sponsored by Pork Pie Percussion

Grifin DiNardo is an accomplished drummer.

He grew up playing rock, covering bands such as Foo Fighters. Grifin started at the Berklee College of Music at 16 years old, and his musical landscape expanded greatly. While at Berklee, Grifin studied polyrhythms with Marko Djordjevic, Latin music Skip Hadden, and 70’s funk fusion with Tony ‘Thunder’ Smith. On his own, he has delved into math rock and jazz fusion genres. This background has allowed Grifin to work on countless sessions and gigs with artists like Ziggy Moon, Blu Jay, and Ande Estrella. Grifin has been granted an artist endorsement by Pork Pie Percussion. He has experiencing playing across the US, from Los Angeles to New York. Since graduating from Berklee with a Music Education degree, he is currently bouncing between Nashville and Los Angeles, gigging and doing session work wherever he is needed.

 Recent Activities

Smooth Jazz Version of the Wrexham AFC Anthem for Ryan Reynolds!

Berklee’s Opening Day Show for Faculty