Drumming News :
Geoff Herbert wrote an interesting article for Syracuse.com about Nate Felty, a drummer who in a short amount of time has archived what many dream of.
The article traces the unlikely, fast-rising journey of Syracuse native Nate Felty, a former pop-punk drummer who became part of Grammy history after joining country singer Zach Top’s touring band. Felty joined Top in early 2024 just as the singer’s career began accelerating, and two years later Top won the first-ever Grammy Award for Best Traditional Country Album for Ain’t In It for My Health. While Felty won’t receive a statuette, he will be officially credited for his performance on a live bonus track, marking his role in the historic win.
Beyond the Grammy moment, the story highlights both Top’s growing prominence in country music and Felty’s long, winding musical path—from West Genesee High School and SUNY Oswego to Nashville’s competitive music scene. Felty’s versatility, formal training, and years of work across genres helped prepare him for the opportunity, which included opening for Lainey Wilson, touring internationally, and contributing to a band led by one of country music’s newest stars. The article ultimately frames Felty’s success as a hometown pride moment for Syracuse and a testament to persistence, adaptability, and following passion wherever it leads.
You can red the full article HERE.
