Aaron Gillespie

Aaron Gillespie is a highly influential American musician, best known as the founding drummer and clean vocalist for the seminal metalcore band Underoath. He is widely celebrated for his rare and demanding dual role, delivering powerful, high-energy percussion while simultaneously providing the band’s signature melodic vocals.

Since the band's early years, Gillespie has been a primary architect of their sound, contributing to genre-defining albums such as They're Only Chasing Safety and Define the Great Line. His drumming style is characterized by its raw emotional intensity, creative syncopation, and the sheer stamina required to anchor complex arrangements while singing. His work helped propel Underoath to the forefront of the alternative scene, earning them multiple Grammy nominations and gold-certified records.
Beyond his work with Underoath, he has demonstrated his versatility as a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter through his project The Almost and his solo career. His professional standards and distinctive sound are supported by his official endorsements with Yamaha Drums, Meinl Cymbals, Remo, Innovative Percussion, and MixWave. Aaron Gillespie remains a pivotal figure in modern rock and metalcore, inspiring a generation of musicians to push the boundaries of what is possible behind the drum kit.