Rod Batayeh

Rod Batayeh is a professional drummer & percussionist from the greater Detroit area. Rod is an influential & popular member of the local music scene. He has also made some waves nationally. Rod began his drumming career at the age of 15 by touring the country, performing at weddings & fundraisers with several Arabic artists.

At the age of 20, Rod decided to give Rock & Roll/Alternative music a try with the band Daddy Stitch 1993-1998. In that project Rod had the pleasure of touring & sharing the stage with Detroit greats Alice Cooper & Ted Nugent. That project was handled by Douglas Banker at Madhouse Management (Ted Nugent’s management company). With that project, Rod was produced by another Detroit legend Michael Lutz (bassist for Brownsville Station), & the CD “Hey You” was released in 1997.

After that had run its course, Rod began the “hired gun” phase of his career. Performing & recording with a slew of local artists from ’98-’04, including the bands Scattercat, Skin, The Reefermen, & Euthanasia, to name a few. In 2004, Rod was offered a position with Psychopathic Records’ own Zug Izland. The touring was extensive. Zug Izland was the main support for recording artists Sponge and Tech 9. Rod also recorded with Zug Izland and appears on the track “Addicted” from Axe & Smash Records.

In 2010, Rod made the leap from rock to country music. Rod was offered the Driver’s Seat with country artist Jo Caine. With Jo Caine, Rod has shared the stage with Bret Michaels and Rehab. Jo Caine & The Double Barrel Band showcased their music at The National Underground in Nashville, TN. April 14th & 17th 2012.

Not only is Rod Batayeh an accomplished drummer, he’s also a well accomplished percussionist. With over 25 years of experience, Rod has held residency at The Tin Fish Nightclub, Skybar, Brownie’s, John D Bistro, Le Dolce Vita, and several others. Rod’s residencies exposed him and his talent to over 1,500 fans weekly. Rod also has performed with country cover band Detroit Dixie, which performs regularly at local clubs. Additionally, Rod teaches a roster of students and has been doing so for several years.

Rod Batayeh has performed with country artist Matt Austin, opened for national country artist Brantley Gilbert, as well as opening for Aaron Lewis. Rod Batayeh is a true professional & team player.

If you’re looking for an interactive percussionist/drummer for your corporate, or special event look no further! With residencies at Metro Detroit’s finest night clubs, and performances at some of it’s most exclusive events Rod Batayeh knows how to take your event to the next level.