Robbie Merrill Quotes

United States, Bassist
June 13, 1963

Robbie Merrill is an American bass guitar player, best known as a founding member of Godsmack and Another Animal. He was featured in the Behind The Player interactive music video.

Also known as Founder

I started at 14, and only played bass. I traded in my train set for a bass, and used my dad's amp.

Robbie Merrill Godsmack
- Played
- Bass
It's a different feeling; I like touring and playing on the road better, but recording has its good spots.

Robbie Merrill Godsmack
- Road
- Playing
- Recording

I actually knew Sully's sister, and I was in a band called Stripmind, and then I became roommates with Sully and being out of a band, he asked if I wanted to join in his. Tony was originally the second guitarist in the band; a guy by the name of Lee Richards was the first. The rest is pretty much history.

Robbie Merrill Godsmack
We are diverse, big time. Sully is the main man, which makes sense as the lead man of the band. Tony and myself are quiet; I need to be begged to do these interviews. But it comes down to being a team, that is the main thing. Knowing, understanding and accepting our roles.

Robbie Merrill Godsmack
- Band
- Sully
- Lead Man