“We just need to get quiet and listen… the answers are already inside of us.”
Highly respected drummer and multi-instrumentalist Jeff Fabb has long carved out a place for himself in the hard rock and heavy metal world. Best known for his powerhouse drumming with genre heavyweights like In This Moment, Filter, Sixx:A.M., and Black Label Society, Fabb has recently stepped into the spotlight with a solo career that fuses his many influences into a distinct and personal sound.
Fabb began playing drums at age 11, growing up in Long Island, New York. By his teens, he was performing in high school bands and later co-founded the hardcore outfit Tripface. In 1998, he relocated to Los Angeles and immersed himself in the Silver Lake music scene—an environment that shaped his creative direction and connected him with many of the artists he would later collaborate with.
With a career spanning decades and bands, Fabb’s signature drumming has always stood out—balancing raw power with a refined technical edge. But it was during the pandemic that he found the time and motivation to pursue something more personal: his debut solo album. Released in 2023, Stealing Souls introduced fans to Fabb not just as a drummer, but as a full-fledged songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist. The album blends hard rock, grunge, alt-rock, and metal textures, with standout tracks like the brooding “As the Wind Blows” and the heavier, riff-driven “Reaper.”
Citing influences such as Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, Tool, Led Zeppelin, and Black Sabbath, Fabb weaves the familiar grit and depth of ‘90s rock and metal into something uniquely his own. His artistic voice is both a tribute to the greats and a reflection of his evolution as a solo artist.
Now based in Los Angeles, Fabb continues to build momentum. In November, he released Stealing Souls—which included his first radio single, “You’re Complete.” February saw the arrival of his next single, “Hell in the Hallway,” which gained airplay on stations like 94.3 The Shark and 90.1 WUSB, and continues to pick up traction on streaming platforms and playlists.
His latest single, “See No Evil,” offers a fresh, upbeat shift, showcasing his dynamic range and songwriting chops. With soaring vocals, layered melodies, and of course, his signature drumming precision, the track echoes the spirit of Alice In Chains and Led Zeppelin while remaining distinctly Fabb.
Longtime collaborators Brian Green and Dario Lorina lent their talents to Stealing Souls, while “See No Evil” features guitarist, producer, and fellow In This Moment alum Blake Bunzel—adding even more chemistry and weight to the track. Fabb plays nearly every instrument himself, a testament to his musical versatility and drive.
“See No Evil” speaks to the chaos and clarity found in uncertainty, with poignant lyrics like:
“Imagination, my mind’s creation, realization when life’s hell on Earth.
There is no glory, as I tell the story, I need to let it go.”
“See No Evil” is the first of several new releases on the horizon, with follow-up tracks “Love and War” and “Into Thin Air” scheduled to drop soon.
Antihero: “Listen to Hear” feels like a quiet rebellion against noise—both literal and emotional. What moment sparked that song for you?
Jeff Fabb: We live in a world where it seems everyone has the answers… but I feel the answers are inside of each and every one of us. We just need to get quiet and listen. I’ve been working at that for quite a while now… it’s a daily practice.
Antihero: You’ve said this track is about the difference between hearing and truly listening. When in your life did that lesson hit hardest?
Jeff Fabb: This has impacted my life many times; I can’t say there was one time that was the most significant. I believe that truly understanding “listening and not just hearing” comes with time, growth, practice, and, of course, pain.
Antihero: From Stealing Souls to your latest singles, there’s a shift toward introspection. Was that a conscious pivot or something that emerged naturally?
Jeff Fabb: There was definitely introspection during the writing of Stealing Souls, and it was a conscious effort. I guess my effort is growing, and now it’s at this point where we are with these new songs.
Antihero: You’re known for thunderous drumming, but your solo work leans into restraint. How did you learn to trust the quiet?
Jeff Fabb: I grew up listening to many different styles of music, so when I’m writing I just try to play what’s best for that song. If it’s a mellow tune, I’ll lay back; if it’s a more demanding tune, I’ll play accordingly.
Antihero: You’ve played with some of the loudest bands in rock. What’s it like to now be the voice, not just the beat?
Jeff Fabb: I love playing drums—it will always be my number one love—but it’s really awesome to be able to express myself through other musical voices like guitar, bass, keys, and vocals. I enjoy learning and practicing and growing with it all.
Antihero: “Into Thin Air” touches on loss and gratitude. Was there a specific event that shaped that song’s emotional core?
Jeff Fabb: When I was writing “Into Thin Air,” I was thinking about loss, love, pain that we all go through in life. I was loosely writing it around my own experiences with watching my mom raise us three kids by herself after losing my father.
Antihero: You’ve mentioned recording everything yourself—drums, guitars, vocals. What’s the most surprising thing you’ve learned about your own musicianship?
Jeff Fabb: Recording everything myself has been the greatest lesson in learning how to and what to play for the song. That goes for each instrument—listening back to the parts and deciding if it makes sense or not. It’s really the best way to learn.
Antihero: Your solo sound echoes ’90s grunge—Alice in Chains, Soundgarden. What is it about that era that still resonates with you?
Jeff Fabb: I was a pre-teen in the mid to late ’80s and a teenager in the ’90s, so I grew up on a lot of the beginning genres of music. Grunge was definitely one of those genres that has been a big influence on me. It just came out in those songs naturally because I wasn’t saying to myself, “I’m going to write songs that are grungy.”
Antihero: Looking back at your time with In This Moment, what do you think that band taught you about storytelling through rhythm?
Jeff Fabb: Looking back at my time in ITM, I can say it taught me many different things. Rhythm and writing were definitely some of the lessons—along with touring, sleeping in a van, hard work, believing in yourself, following your dreams, etc. We all were “cutting our teeth” back then. Those times were our college. It was such a great time. That experience was paramount in getting us all to where we are today.
Antihero: You’ve toured with legends like Ozzy and Zakk Wylde. What’s one lesson from those giants that you carry into your solo work?
Jeff Fabb: I was definitely so lucky to have played with guys I had on my wall growing up. A lesson I take from them is “Never stop and do what you love.”
Antihero: You once said your songs are about “not giving up.” Was there a time you almost did?
Jeff Fabb: There are always those moments in your journey, no matter what you’re doing, that doubt (fear) wants to creep in and sabotage your momentum. Those moments you really need to just not listen to that BS in your head and just keep going. If I would have given in to any of those moments back then, I would have never got to live my dream. It’s really such a fine line too—you can use so many excuses that seem logical at that time to stop. But now I look back, and I would’ve missed out on so many monumental experiences.
Antihero: How do you balance the rawness of emotion with the polish of production when you’re doing it all yourself?
Jeff Fabb: Well, I must say I’m not the best at production yet. I can write and record myself, but I do go outside of myself for mixing, etc. I’m definitely still growing with that.
Antihero: You haven’t performed your solo material live yet. What would a Jeff Fabb solo show look and feel like?
Jeff Fabb: No, I haven’t performed any of these songs live yet, but that will happen. I believe it will be awesome when that time comes, for sure.
Antihero: You’ve got a new record in the works with guest artists. Can you tease any unexpected collaborations or sonic detours?
Jeff Fabb: All the guests and collaborators are still to be determined, but I assure you they will be crushing it!
Antihero: If your younger self—the kid drumming in Long Island garages—could hear your solo work today, what do you think he’d say?
Jeff Fabb: I think my younger self would be shocked that he played all these instruments, sung, and wrote all these tunes. I believe he would be proud of himself that he followed his dream of what he loved to do and made it happen. 
