Fresh off a 12-year stint with legendary folk/rock artist Van Morrison, adaptable drummer Bobby Ruggiero has over 30 years of professional touring, producing and recording experience as not only a drummer but also as a vocalist and musical director. Skilled at interpreting multiple genres and styles, from jazz, to rock, folk and country, he brings a fine-tuned ear and an impeccable sense of rhythm that helps give strength and power to the AltNews Band’s rock-solid foundation.
With a home base in Las Vegas, Ruggiero’s additional credits include:
- Sam Butera
- Beau Brummels
- Jimmy Smith
- Eric Clapton
- Tom Jones
- Paul Simon
- Lee Greenwood
- Al Hurt
and appearances on The Tonight Show as well as other television and film projects.
