He is notable for being one of the few heavy metal drummers to play solely with the 'traditional grip'

Over his career, he has had a significant influence on the metal scene, and has inspired many modern metal drummers.

Lombardo's work has been an influence on many rock and heavy metal drummers.

Dan Mullins (born 15 June 1978) is an English metal drummer.

March 1973 in Arendal, Norway) is a heavy metal drummer.

Ulrich Kusch, born 11 March 1967, is a heavy metal drummer.

Barry Stern was a heavy metal drummer from Chicago, Illinois.

Mark Cross (born 2 August 1965, London) is a hard rock and heavy metal drummer.

Mike Terrana (January 21, 1960) is an American hard rock and heavy metal drummer.

Jon Dette (born April 19, 1970) is a heavy metal drummer.