Roxy Petrucci and Her bandmates Helped make the rock world for women the way it is today.

Each Woman Around Back then  in rock Did, The girls in this day have it so much easier today

Because of these women who had to prove themselves and that they really did.

Women really can rock your face off and they proved that is so many ways. Roxy has been

involved with so many great projects including one with her sister maxine, Madam X Which

she continues to work on til this day. One thing for sure is that Roxys Calling Definatly is

Music and The Drums.  She is outstandingly Talented along with Her Connection With her Fans

Is what makes her such a great artist. Keep Rocking Roxy and We will keep watching and listening.

Check Roxy, Madam x, and Vixen out by clicking on the links at the bottom of the interview.

For now lets see What Roxy has to share with us. 

 

TRA: When did you start playing?  

RP: I began playing drums when I was about 14 yrs. old. 

 

TRA: Why the Drums? 

RP: My sister Maxine and I wanted to start a rock band, she is a guitarist and my choices were Bass

or Drums. One of the reasons I chose drums I was drawn to the sexy, primal aspect of beating the skins.

 

TRA: Do you play any other instruments? 

RP: Yes, I'm a classically trained Clarinetist. I actually recorded some Clarinet on a

rock/bluegrass instrumental called Swattin Flies in Wanker County with Gina Stile on guitar and 

Michael Pisculli on bass. The tune appears on the Vixen Tangerine CD released in 1998

 

TRA: Do you have a style of playing?

RP: I’m a passionate player who strives to keep rock hard solid time while beating the hell out of my kit.

 

TRA: How do you think that the music industry has changed over the years? 

RP: The industry has changed immensely now with the Internet and TV reality shows.  Bands have 

control over their music and all sorts of avenues to be seen and heard however, the flip side is 

with all the music sharing groups have to find other creative ways to make money.

 

TRA: Do you feel that the music industry has changed when it comes to women in 

rock? 

RP: I don't think gender is an issue anymore and I'd like to think Vixen played some part in 

changing the boy's only club sentiment.

 

TRA: Why do you think your genre of music vixen is in, 80s Rock is

still followed by so many fans? 

RP: Rock n Roll forever! The music still stands and the entertainment value from the live 

shows is drawing massive crowds.  The 80s generation remembers what a decadent, rock n roll 

filled circus the era brought and there’s nothing wrong with celebrating it to the fullest today!

 

TRA: What do you think you bring to the band? could be personally or musically?  

RP: I bring a harder edge musically...and a potty mouth.

 

TRA: Was there a moment in your life where you just knew it was the drums, That it

was your passion? 

RP: As my drumming skills progressed and the more I played, I just fell in love. It's 

been a lifetime relationship that's still going strong.

 

TRA: What does your drum kit consist of? 

RP: (2) 22" kick drums, Maple Snare drum, 12" 13" toms, 16" and 18" floor toms. 16" 17" 18" Zildjian 

Crash Cymbals, 22" Zildjian Ride, 20" Zildjian China, and a new big 10" Splash!.. can’t forget the Cowbell!

 

TRA: What are you passionate about?  

RP: Music, health and animals.

 

TRA: WHo are you influences?  

RP:Too many to name but here are a few at the top; John Bonham, Bill Ward, Fanny, Lucille Ball.

 

TRA: What about being a musician are you most passionate about? 

RP: Delivering a performance I can be proud of, whether it's live or in the recording studio and 

interacting with the fans.

 

TRA: What do you listen too? 

RP: Lately I've been listening to classical music and jazz.  I've been in the studio with Madam X 

getting my metal on… my ears, feet and hands need a break. 

 

TRA: What do you think is the Best thing ever given to you by a fan? 

RP: Appreciation. The fans and my love of  drumming keep me going.   Ritchie Blackmore gave me 

a pretty great compliment, he said, "I enjoy watching you play, You Swing".  I’m all about 

laying down a groove and hoping it moves the listener. 

 

TRA: Tell us about your future plans musically?

 RP: Hello Cleveland! I plan to keep playing, playing often then play some more. 

Stay tuned for new music from Vixen and Madam X coming soon!

 

 

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