Sam Fogarino

Samuel Fogarino (born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, August 9 1968) is the drummer of New York City-based band Interpol. He began to play the drums at the age of 13. He first met guitarist

Samuel Fogarino (born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, August 9 1968) is the drummer of New York City-based band Interpol. He began to play the drums at the age of 13. He first met guitarist Daniel Kessler in 1997 when he was selling vinyl in Beacons Closet, a clothing store in Brooklyn. With more than 10 years playing experience, he joined Interpol in 2000 after original drummer Greg Drudy left the band. Fogarino played his first show for Interpol on May 20, 2000 at the Mercury Lounge. He has played in bands The Holy Terrors, The Wahoos, Napoleon Solo and The Ton-ups.