Travis Smith | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | April 29, 1982 Bainbridge, Georgia, U.S. |
| Genres | Metalcore, thrash metal |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Drums, percussion, vocals |
| Years active | 1999–2010, 2016-present |
| Labels | Roadrunner |
Travis Smith (born April 29, 1982 in Bainbridge, Georgia) is the American former drummer in the heavy metal band Trivium, from their formation in 1999 until he officially departed on February 4, 2010. Smith is best known for his very fast footwork, and intricate rhythms on the toms, a skill that has been noted several times by music magazines such as Revolver and Modern Drummer as well as by other media.[1] In Metal Hammer's Golden Gods Awards 2006, Travis received the "Best Drummer in the Universe" award.[2]
- ^ "Quickest feet reference". Moderndrummer.com. Archived from the original on 2011-09-28. Retrieved 2011-10-26.
- ^ "Golden Gods Awards - Best drummer award". Metalhammer.co.uk. Archived from the original on 2006-12-09. Retrieved 2011-10-26.