Austin Belluscio
Drums
Austin Belluscio – Drums
Hailing from the San Francisco Bay Area, Austin brings a deep groove and sharp rhythmic sensibility to The Waiting. A true student of the legendary drummers who powered Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers — from Stan Lynch’s raw energy to Steve Ferrone’s pocket perfection — Austin channels their spirit while adding his own signature flair.
Rooted in the funky syncopation of David Garibaldi (Tower of Power), the jazz-fusion brilliance of Mike Clark (Headhunters), and the soulful pulse of Questlove (The Roots), Austin crafts a dynamic and versatile sound behind the kit.
Since relocating to Bozeman in 2017, he’s been balancing civil engineering by day with laying down infectious rhythms by night. When he’s not on stage celebrating the timeless catalog of Tom Petty, you’ll find him soaking up Montana’s great outdoors, hiking, biking, or just enjoying the wide-open spaces.
THE WAITING IS:
Lead Vocals and Guitar - Chris Gillette
Vocals and Guitar - Todd Rosenberger
Vocals and Keyboards - Jeremy Shanok
Lead Guitar and Vocals - Levi Main
Bass Guitar - Doc Wiley
Drums - Austin Belluscio