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Coady Willis

Coady Willis is an American rock and metal drummer renowned for his powerful and versatile playing style, most notably as a core member of the heavy rock duo , the stoner metal band , the experimental rock group , and the punk rock outfit . Born in , Willis launched his professional career in 1996 as the drummer for the Seattle-based punk band , with whom he toured and recorded during the group's active years in the late and early 2000s. In 2003, he co-founded alongside and vocalist , formerly of the band Karp, creating a riff-heavy two-piece act that has released multiple albums and maintained a steady presence in the underground rock scene. The duo's sound blends and progressive elements, with Willis handling drums and occasional vocals, and they continue to tour and record. In 2006, Willis relocated to Los Angeles and joined the influential rock band as their second drummer, working alongside for eight years until 2014 and contributing to several recordings and tours that expanded the band's dual-drummer setup. He rejoined in 2024, participating in the double-drummer configuration for events like the Savage Imperial Death March II and the band's 2025 tours, including dates with and . Willis expanded his credentials in June 2021 by joining as their permanent drummer, replacing interim member Nick Parks and debuting on the band's 2024 album Cometh the Storm, which features his intense, groove-oriented percussion driving tracks like "The Black Plot". Throughout his career, Willis has also performed with side projects such as the band White Shit, co-founded with Warren in 2009 and known for raw, lo-fi tracks like "Jim Morrison", and he remains active in reunions with while endorsing drum equipment from brands like and . Based in , he balances commitments across these bands, contributing to a diverse that spans , sludge, and genres.

Early life

Upbringing in Washington

Coady Willis was born on November 1, 1974, in . His family relocated during his early years, and he spent much of his childhood in , a small city in Washington's . Willis attended and high school in . life played a significant role in his upbringing; his uncle, a who also played drums, served as an early figure of admiration and introduced him to rhythmic interests. Upon graduating high school in the early , Willis moved to to seek broader prospects, residing there for approximately 13 to 14 years. This relocation marked a transition from the quieter, insular life in to the vibrant energy of Washington's largest city.

Introduction to music

Coady Willis began his musical journey at the age of 15, inspired by his uncle, a who played drums and served as a childhood hero. Unable to afford lessons, Willis taught himself by purchasing a drum set in secret and practicing whenever his mother was out of the house, honing his skills through in the quiet suburbs of . His early inspirations drew heavily from the burgeoning , and scenes in the during the late 1980s and early 1990s, a period marked by explosive energy from local acts. Willis frequently attended shows at venues like the OK Hotel in , where he witnessed performances by bands such as , , Nirvana, and , which ignited his passion for raw, energetic music. He also recalled a memorable Halloween concert at the Paramount Theatre featuring Nirvana and , experiences that shaped his affinity for the region's DIY ethos and high-octane performances. Before pursuing more serious opportunities, Willis immersed himself in local music activities, including school-related experiments and informal gatherings. At 17, he joined his first band, Bland, and performed at small venues like the Pub, as well as chaotic house parties known for their rowdy crowds and spontaneous energy. These early outings, often in front of audiences prone to projectile vomiting or even jumping out of windows, allowed him to test his developing drumming abilities amid the unpolished and circuits of the area. Growing up in Washington state afforded Willis direct exposure to this influential regional music culture, bridging his adolescent explorations to a more dedicated path. Following high school graduation around 1992, he relocated to Seattle, where by 1996 he began actively seeking band opportunities within the thriving local scene, marking his shift from amateur enthusiast to aspiring professional musician.

Musical career

The Murder City Devils

Coady Willis served as the drummer for , a Seattle-based band formed in 1996, contributing to their recordings during the initial active period from 1996 to 2002 and subsequent reunions starting in 2006.

Studio Albums

Willis performed on the band's debut studio album, The Murder City Devils, released in 1997 on Die Young Stay Pretty Records, which established their raw garage punk sound. The follow-up, Empty Bottles Broken Hearts, came out in 1998 via Records, with Willis handling drum duties amid the band's rising profile in the scene. In 2001, issued In Name and Blood, another full-length where Willis's drumming provided the propulsive backbone for the album's energetic tracks. The band's final pre-breakup studio release, R.I.P., appeared in 2003 on , featuring Willis on drums as a farewell statement before their initial disbandment. Post-reunion, Willis rejoined for The White Ghost Has Blood on Its Hands Again in 2014, a self-released studio album that revisited and expanded on earlier live material with his rhythmic contributions.

EPs and Singles

Early in their career, Willis drummed on the 1997 EP Three Natural Sixes from Hopscotch Records and the single Dancehall Music on Empty Records. In 1998, releases included the Dancing Shoes single on Die Young Stay Pretty Records and the Christmas Bonus Single as part of Sub Pop's Series. Split releases featured Willis prominently, such as the 1999 The Edge of Quarrel with Botch on Excursion Records and the Murder City Devils / Gluecifer split on that same year. The 2000 split with , Rascuache / Press Gang, was issued by Buddyhead, followed by the 2001 EP on . After reunion, the band self-released the 2012 single Every Day I Rise b/w Ball Busters in the Peanut Gallery, with Willis on drums, and in 2024, the 7-inch Hill & 6th St. b/w Pele's Feet, marking new original material.

Compilation Appearances

Willis contributed drums to the 2009 compilation Feather Bed Whiskey Blanket, a retrospective collection drawing from the band's catalog across Die Young Stay Pretty Records, Sub Pop, and self-released material.

Big Business

Big Business, formed in 2004 by Coady Willis and Jared Warren, has released six studio albums featuring Willis on drums and backing vocals across all tracks. The band's debut full-length, Head for the Shallow, arrived in 2005 via Hydra Head Records, with Willis handling drums and contributing backing vocals alongside Warren's bass and lead vocals; the album was self-produced by the duo. Here Come the Waterworks followed in 2007, also on Hydra Head, expanding their sludge metal sound with Willis's dynamic percussion driving tracks like "Hands Up" and "Gold and Final," again self-produced. In 2009, Mind the Drift was issued by Hydra Head, where Willis's drumming and vocals supported Warren's compositions, including the epic "The Drift"; production was handled by the band with engineering by Toshi Kasai. Battlefields Forever marked a 2013 release on , showcasing Willis's versatile rhythms on songs such as "Battlefields" and "The Drift"; the album was self-produced. The 2016 effort Command Your Weather, co-released by and , featured Willis on drums and vocals for tracks like "Raw and Order," with production by the duo and . Their most recent studio album, The Beast You Are (2019, Joyful Noise Recordings and ), highlighted Willis's contributions to heavy cuts including "The Beast You Are" and "Your Good It's Over," self-produced by the band. In addition to studio albums, Big Business has issued several and , with Willis credited on and backing vocals throughout. The Tour EP series began with the 2004 self-titled release on Wäntage , followed by Tour EP II (2006) and Tour EP III (2008), all on the same label, offering raw live-inspired tracks. Quadruple Single (2011, ) compiled four tracks, including "Thee Attractive Power," self-produced. Later include Tour EP 4 (2018, ) and Tour EP V (2021, ), maintaining the band's touring ethos. such as Blacker Holes (2014, ) and True Gold (2015, ) featured Willis's percussion prominently. A 2016 split with Pins of , Send Help / Hold On to the Sky (Valley King Records), included exclusive Big Business tracks with Willis's input. Compilations rounding out the discography include Tour EPs Vol. 1-3 (2017, ), aggregating early tour material with Willis's performances, and Solid Gold Metal 2004-2009 (2018, ), a of formative tracks. No full live albums have been released, though the Tour EPs capture exclusive live and rehearsal recordings from the band's early years.

Melvins

Coady Willis joined the in 2006 as part of an expanded four-piece lineup alongside bandleader , drummer , and bassist/vocalist from , contributing drums and backing vocals to the group's recordings through 2015. His dual-drummer setup with Crover became a hallmark of this era, enabling the band's experimental and explorations. Willis's percussion work emphasized interlocking rhythms and dynamic intensity, particularly on tracks featuring synchronized drumming. During this period, Willis performed on several studio albums. On the debut release with the new lineup, (A) Senile Animal (2006), he provided drums and backing vocals across all tracks, supporting the album's raw, aggressive sound recorded at Audio Seven in . This was followed by (2008), where Willis again handled drums and backing vocals, contributing to the record's sludgy grooves and produced by the band at The in Fremont, . The (2010) featured Willis on drums and backing vocals for the full album, including dual-drum arrangements on songs like "Electric Flower," with recording split between The and . Willis also appeared on the Melvins / Isis split EP (2010), drumming and providing backing vocals on the two Melvins tracks—"Pig House (Alt Version)" and "I'll Finish You Off (Alt Version)"—which showcased abrasive, noise-infused compositions. The covers collection Everybody Loves Sausages (2015) marked his final studio recording with the band during this tenure, where he played drums and backing vocals on reinterpreted tracks by artists such as David Bowie and Queens of the Stone Age, emphasizing the group's punk and metal roots. Additionally, Willis contributed to live recordings from this era, including the dual-drummer performance on the bonus track "A History of Bad Men" from the 2009 live album Method to the Madness. After departing in 2015 to focus on other projects, Willis rejoined the Melvins in 2023 as a fill-in drummer during 's medical hiatus, evolving into a permanent dual-drummer role by 2024. This reunion has featured Willis in the dual-drummer configuration for live events, including the Savage Imperial Death March II and the band's 2025 tours with and , alongside , , and .

High on Fire

Coady Willis joined as their drummer in June 2021, marking his entry into the band's lineup ahead of new recordings. Willis's first recorded contribution to came on their ninth studio album, Cometh the Storm, released on April 19, 2024, via MNRK Heavy, where he provided full drums across all tracks. The album, produced by at GodCity Studio, features Willis's driving rhythms that contribute to the band's intensified sound, blending aggressive riffs with dynamic percussion to evoke a sense of apocalyptic fury. Tracks like "Burning Down" and the title song highlight his influence, with pounding beats underscoring Matt Pike's searing guitar work and Jeff Matz's bass lines. In support of Cometh the Storm, High on Fire released two singles in 2024: "Burning Down" on February 16, which served as the lead single and introduced Willis's full-band integration, and "Cometh the Storm" later that year. No EPs or live releases featuring Willis have been issued since his 2021 recruitment. Willis's drumming on Cometh the Storm has been credited with revitalizing High on Fire's post-2018 output, infusing their stoner metal style with renewed precision and power following lineup changes. As of November 2025, no additional studio releases or tours specifically tied to new material have been announced.

Other projects

In addition to his primary affiliations, Coady Willis has contributed to several side projects that span , , and experimental percussion ensembles, showcasing his adaptability across underground scenes. One early endeavor was Dead Low Tide, a Seattle-based outfit formed in 2001 with former members Spencer Moody on vocals and Nate Manny on guitar, alongside bassist Mike Kunka; Willis handled drums until the band's dissolution in 2003. Willis also drummed for Broadcast Oblivion, a short-lived trio active around 2002 in , featuring Hernandez on vocals and guitar and Andrew on bass; the group released the 7-inch single Transmita Olvido that year, emphasizing raw, energetic performances typical of the local circuit. In the realm, Willis co-founded White Shit in 2009 alongside bandmate , delivering lo-fi, brash tracks that contrasted their heavier collaborations; the band issued its debut album Sculpted Beef that year and continued sporadically, with Willis providing propulsive drumming on releases like the 2015 EP Carry Me. His involvement with Altamont, Crover's side project, included live drumming support during various performances and a studio contribution on the 2013 7-inch Mrs. Creech / Transmaniacon MC, where Willis played drums on both tracks alongside Crover on guitar and vocals. Further highlighting his experimental side, Willis joined the all-drums trio Hew Time in 2014 with Crover and (of ), releasing a self-titled album of percussive improvisations that pushed boundaries beyond traditional rock structures. More recently, Willis collaborated with ex-Murder City Devils vocalist Spencer Moody on the 2020 cassette single Blast!, co-performing grindcore-infused acoustic tracks like "Blast 2" and "Blast 3." In 2025, he teamed with multi-instrumentalist Jon Weisnewski for the electro-powerviolence project , drumming on the full-length Skeletal Blasphemy, released November 14 via The Ghost Is Clear Records, blending chaotic electronics with heavy percussion. These diverse undertakings—from garage punk's raw energy to all-percussion abstraction and powerviolence's intensity—underscore Willis's versatility, allowing him to navigate punk's immediacy and metal's aggression while fostering connections within Seattle's and broader heavy music communities.

Equipment and style

Drum setup and endorsements

Coady Willis has maintained long-standing endorsements with for cymbals since March 2007, favoring models such as the 77 Crash (16"), 78 (14"), 115 Crash, and the 24" 2002 Big Ride "Reverend Al's" for its responsive, deep ride sound with a papery stick response. Willis is also an endorsed artist with , utilizing their drumheads across his kits, though specific models such as or Emperors are not detailed in official endorsements. His core drum kit consists of a Collector's Series in cherry wood, prized for its warm and projection, configured with a 24" × 14" , 13" × 9" tom, 16" × 16" tom, and an 8"-deep black nickel-over-brass snare that provides sensitivity, crack, and a woody low end. He complements this with custom tuned steel blossom bells by Pete Englehart for added percussive texture. Throughout his career, Willis has adapted his setup to suit the sonic demands of different projects, transitioning from the stripped-down, portable kits of his roots in to heavier, more versatile configurations for metal-oriented bands like , , and . During ' dual-drummer eras (2006–2014 and 2024–present), he and varied placements—face-to-face or side-by-side—depending on stage space to optimize their synchronized, brutal rhythms, including the revived configuration for 2025 tours with and . As of November 2025, no signature gear has been released, and his endorsements with Drums, , and remain active.

Influences and technique

Coady Willis's drumming influences draw heavily from the and Northwest and scenes, including bands like , Nirvana, and , which shaped his early raw energy and intensity. He also cites classic metal acts such as , , , and as formative, crediting a borrowed copy of 's Alive II for sparking his interest in drumming as a teenager. Within the Melvins orbit, Willis has been influenced by figures like and the dual-drumming approach of Swans, whose "brutal, pounding" style informed his work in multi-drummer setups. Broader inspirations encompass , , doom, stoner, psychedelic, , and metal genres, reflecting a versatile foundation that blends aggression with rhythmic drive. Willis's technique is characterized by powerful, groove-oriented playing that aligns with sludge and stoner metal's heavy, deliberate tempos, emphasizing speed, endurance, and a brutal yet traditional approach. In dual-drum configurations, he focuses on compensation and recovery, adapting positions to maintain momentum during live performances, as seen in his ability to synchronize with partners like Crover. His style tends toward busier fills and faster pacing compared to more laid-back heavy influences, filling space with physical intensity while delivering cathartic, high-volume beats that prioritize groove and precision. As he described, "Where [Dale Crover] would have a tendency to lay back and make things heavier, I have a tendency to fill in space and play faster." This manifests in a sound that honors established grooves without overt imitation, using his "toolbox" to integrate unique elements. Over his career, Willis's approach has evolved from the raw, self-taught energy of his teenage years—starting at age 15 with a secretly purchased drum set—to a refined precision honed through extensive touring and collaboration. Early Northwest roots gave way to more structured intensity in metal contexts, where he refines parts iteratively, as in adjusting tracks overnight for better flow. He views drumming as inherently cathartic, noting, "It’s the funnest instrument to play… cathartic, and you get to beat the living shit out of your instrument every night," underscoring a progression toward sustainable power and adaptability in live settings.

Discography

The Murder City Devils

Coady Willis served as the for , a Seattle-based band formed in 1996, contributing to their recordings during the initial active period from 1996 to 2002 and subsequent reunions starting in 2006.

Studio Albums

Willis performed drums on the band's debut studio album, , released in 1997 on Die Young Stay Pretty Records, which established their raw garage punk sound. The follow-up, Empty Bottles Broken Hearts, came out in 1998 via Records, with Willis handling drum duties amid the band's rising profile in the scene. In 2000, issued In Name and Blood, another full-length where Willis's drumming provided the propulsive backbone for the album's energetic tracks. The band's final pre-breakup studio release, R.I.P., appeared in 2003 on , featuring Willis on drums as a farewell statement before their initial disbandment. Post-reunion, Willis rejoined for The White Ghost Has Blood on Its Hands Again in 2014, a self-released studio album that revisited and expanded on earlier live material with his rhythmic contributions.

EPs and Singles

Early in their career, Willis drummed on the 1997 EP Three Natural Sixes from Hopscotch Records and the single Dancehall Music on Empty Records. In 1998, releases included the Dancing Shoes single on Die Young Stay Pretty Records and the Christmas Bonus Single as part of Sub Pop's Series. Split releases featured Willis prominently, such as the 1999 The Edge of Quarrel with Botch on Excursion Records and the Murder City Devils / Gluecifer split on that same year. The 2000 split with , Rascuache / Press Gang, was issued by Buddyhead, followed by the 2001 EP on . After reunion, the band self-released the 2012 single Every Day I Rise b/w Ball Busters in the Peanut Gallery, with Willis on drums, and in 2024, the 7-inch Hill & 6th St. b/w Pele's Feet, marking new original material.

Compilation Appearances

Willis contributed drums to the 2009 compilation Feather Bed Whiskey Blanket, a retrospective collection drawing from the band's catalog across Die Young Stay Pretty Records, Sub Pop, and self-released material.

Big Business

Big Business, formed in 2004 by Coady Willis and , has released six studio albums featuring Willis on drums and backing vocals across all tracks. The band's debut full-length, Head for the Shallow, arrived in 2005 via , with Willis handling drums and contributing backing vocals alongside Warren's bass and lead vocals; the album was self-produced by the duo. Here Come the Waterworks followed in 2007, also on , expanding their sound with Willis's dynamic percussion driving tracks like "Hands Up" and "Gold and Final," again self-produced. In 2009, Mind the Drift was issued by Hydra Head, where Willis's drumming and vocals supported Warren's compositions, including the epic "The Drift"; production was handled by the band with engineering by Toshi Kasai. Battlefields Forever marked a 2013 release on Gold Metal Records, showcasing Willis's versatile rhythms on songs such as "Battlefields" and "The Drift"; the album was self-produced. The 2016 effort Command Your Weather, co-released by and Gold Metal Records, featured Willis on drums and vocals for tracks like "Raw and Order," with production by the duo and . Their most recent studio album, The Beast You Are (2019, Joyful Noise Recordings and Gold Metal Records), highlighted Willis's contributions to heavy cuts including "The Beast You Are" and "Your Good It's Over," self-produced by the band. In addition to studio albums, Big Business has issued several EPs and singles, with Willis credited on drums and backing vocals throughout. The Tour EP series began with the 2004 self-titled release on Wäntage USA, followed by Tour EP II (2006) and Tour EP III (2008), all on the same label, offering raw live-inspired tracks. Quadruple Single (2011, Gold Metal Records) compiled four tracks, including "Thee Attractive Power," self-produced. Later EPs include Tour EP 4 (2018, Gold Metal Records) and Tour EP V (2021, Gold Metal Records), maintaining the band's touring ethos. Singles such as Blacker Holes (2014, ) and True Gold (2015, Gold Metal Records) featured Willis's percussion prominently. A 2016 split with Pins of Light, Send Help / Hold On to the Sky (Valley King Records), included exclusive Big Business tracks with Willis's input. Compilations rounding out the discography include Tour EPs Vol. 1-3 (2017, ), aggregating early tour material with Willis's performances, and Solid Gold Metal 2004-2009 (2018, ), a of formative tracks. No full live albums have been released, though the Tour EPs capture exclusive live and rehearsal recordings from the band's early years.

Melvins

Coady Willis joined the in 2006 as part of an expanded four-piece lineup alongside bandleader , drummer , and bassist/vocalist from , contributing drums and backing vocals to the group's recordings through 2015. His dual-drummer setup with Crover became a hallmark of this era, enabling the band's experimental and explorations. Willis's percussion work emphasized interlocking rhythms and dynamic intensity, particularly on tracks featuring synchronized drumming. During this period, Willis performed on several Melvins studio albums. On the debut release with the new lineup, (A) Senile Animal (2006), he provided drums and backing vocals across all tracks, supporting the album's raw, aggressive sound recorded at Audio Seven in Seattle. This was followed by Nude with Boots (2008), where Willis again handled drums and backing vocals, contributing to the record's sludgy grooves and produced by the band at The Outhouse in Fremont, Washington. The Bride Screamed Murder (2010) featured Willis on drums and backing vocals for the full album, including dual-drum arrangements on songs like "Electric Flower," with recording split between The Outhouse and London Bridge Studio. Willis also appeared on the Melvins' contribution to the split album Freak Pussy (2012) with Isis, drumming and providing backing vocals on the three Melvins tracks—"The Water Turns to Red," "Freak Pussy," and "Carpsucker"—which showcased abrasive, noise-infused compositions. The covers collection Everybody Loves Sausages (2015) marked his final studio recording with the band during this tenure, where he played drums and backing vocals on reinterpreted tracks by artists such as David Bowie and Queens of the Stone Age, emphasizing the group's punk and metal roots. Additionally, Willis contributed to live recordings from this era, including the dual-drummer performance on the bonus track "A History of Bad Men" from the 2009 live album Method to the Madness. After departing in 2015 to focus on other projects, Willis rejoined the in 2023 as a fill-in drummer during Dale Crover's medical hiatus, evolving into a permanent dual-drummer role by 2024. This reunion culminated in live performances featuring the dual-drummer configuration with Crover, including events like the Savage Imperial Death March II and the band's 2025 tours with and . The 2025 album by the 1983 project, released April 18 via , features the lineup of and with additional musicians, while live shows supporting the project include Willis alongside Osborne, Crover, and .

High on Fire

Coady Willis joined as their drummer in June 2021, marking his entry into the band's lineup ahead of new recordings. Willis's first recorded contribution to came on their ninth studio album, Cometh the Storm, released on April 19, 2024, via MNRK Heavy, where he provided full drums across all tracks. The album, produced by at GodCity Studio, features Willis's driving rhythms that contribute to the band's intensified sound, blending aggressive riffs with dynamic percussion to evoke a sense of apocalyptic fury. Tracks like "Burning Down" and the title song highlight his influence, with pounding beats underscoring Matt Pike's searing guitar work and Jeff Matz's bass lines. In support of Cometh the Storm, released two singles in 2024: "Burning Down" on February 16, which served as the and introduced Willis's full-band integration, and "Cometh the Storm" later that year. No EPs or live releases featuring Willis have been issued since his 2021 recruitment. Willis's drumming on Cometh the Storm has been credited with revitalizing 's post-2018 output, infusing their stoner metal style with renewed precision and power following lineup changes. As of November 2025, no additional studio releases have been announced, though the band has scheduled North American tour dates.

Other contributions

Willis contributed drums to the short-lived band Dead Low Tide, formed in 2001 with former members Spencer Moody and Nate Manny alongside bassist Mike Kunka. The group self-released a debut EP in 2002 before embarking on a U.S. tour supporting the . Their self-titled full-length album, recorded in 2002, was released posthumously in October 2003 on Tiger Style Records following the band's breakup earlier that year due to Kunka's illness. In the punk-leaning rock outfit Broadcast Oblivion, active from 2002, Willis provided drums on their sole full-length album Transmita Olvido, released in September 2003 on Barsuk Records and recorded at Jupiter and Avast! studios in Seattle. The band also issued a limited-edition 7" single, Her Arsenal / We Burn Away, the same year on Burn Burn Burn Records, limited to 1,093 numbered copies. Willis co-founded the lo-fi punk project White Shit in 2009 with Big Business bandmate and vocalist Andy Coronado, emphasizing raw, brash energy distinct from their heavier collaborations. The band's debut album Sculpted Beef arrived that year via Post Present Medium, highlighted by the single "Jim Morrison." Follow-up releases included the three-track EP Carry Me in September 2010 and the compilation-style White Shi'ite later that year, both on Post Present Medium. For Dale Crover's side project Altamont, Willis occasionally filled in on drums for live performances starting around 2010. He also contributed drums to the band's 2013 7" single Mrs. Creech / Transmaniacon MC on Valley King Records, a limited numbered edition covering Blue Öyster Cult's "Transmaniacon MC" alongside an original track. Among one-off guest appearances, Willis performed as guest drummer for on during a 2019 week-long residency. In 2025, he recorded drums for the electro-powerviolence project Nuclear Dudes' debut full-length Skeletal Blasphemy, helmed by Sandrider's Jon Weisnewski and released November 14 on The Ghost Is Clear Records, blending and elements in a focused eight-track effort mixed by .

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