Darren Leader
ABOUT DARREN LEADER
Known by the stage name Stix Zadinia, he is the drummer for the parody metal band Steel Panther, a group formerly known Metal Skool.
He started playing the drums at the age of 9. He was previously a member of a band called The Thornbirds alongside fellow Steel Panther member Russ Parrish .
His drum setup normally includes DW drums, Sabian cymbals and Vic Firth drumsticks. Some bands that influence him include Led Zeppelin, Kiss, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, and Michael Bolton .
He is a native Californian.
He performs alongside Ralph Saenz in Steel Panther.