Neil Sanderson

Canadian drummer and songwriter for Three Days Grace

Neil Sanderson - Canadian drummer and songwriter for Three Days Grace
Born

December 17th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Canada

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Born in 1978, this musician contributed significantly to the rock music scene. As a drummer and songwriter, involvement with the band Three Days Grace led to multiple successful albums. The band's self-titled debut album achieved triple platinum status in Canada and featured hits that resonated with a wide audience. The group maintained a strong presence in the music industry throughout the years, continuing to release music that topped various charts.

Played drums for Three Days Grace

Contributed to the album 'Three Days Grace', which achieved triple platinum status in Canada

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