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.