Mario Duplantier
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Duplantier in 2013
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| Background information | |
| Born | June 19, 1981 |
| Genres | Progressive metal, technical death metal, groove metal, thrash metal |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
| Instruments | Drums, guitar |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Labels | Gabriel Editions, Boycott, Next Music, Listenable, Prosthetic, Roadrunner |
| Associated acts | Gojira, Empalot |
Mario Duplantier (born June 19, 1981) is a French musician and artist best known as the drummer for progressive metal band Gojira.
Mario Duplantier grew up in a family where arts played a significant role. He developed his drawing, painting, and music skills in an environment of freedom and creativity. In 1996, Duplantier and his brother, Joe Duplantier, formed the band Gojira (formerly known as "Godzilla").
Mario Duplantier is known for his technical and rhythmic heavy precision drumming with extended double-bass blasts, mid-tempo rock power grooves, precision tom fills, jazzy drum breaks, and blast beats. Gojira's live show often features his drum solos as part of the set. Occasionally, Mario plays guitar during live shows when he and his brother, Joe, switch places.
He was crowned as the best drummer of modern metal by MetalSucks in April 2012.
Duplantier endorses Tama and Zildjian cymbals.
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