Personal life

Farro was born in Voorhees Township, New Jersey. Zac is the middle child of five siblings (Nate, Joshua, himself, Jonathan, and Isabelle) and is of Italian descent. Zac began playing drums at around the age of nine, and he was eleven years old when he played his first drum kit. Zac now resides in Nashville, TN.

Influences

Some of his favorite bands include: Radiohead, The National, Sigur Rós, Yann Tiersen and múm.

Paramore (2004-2010)

Main article: Paramore

Farro, at age 14, was a founding member of Paramore, created in Franklin, Tennessee in 2004, with Hayley Williams (lead vocals/keyboards), his brother Josh Farro (lead guitar/backing vocals). Jeremy Davis admitted he was initially unsure if the band could be taken seriously because of Zac's young age until he saw him play. The band released three studio albums, All We Know Is Falling, Riot! and Brand New Eyes, as well as two live albums and one EP. Brand New Eyes, their third album, was released on September 29, 2009. In June 2009, the band welcomed Taylor York (rhythm guitar), a long time friend of the Farros' and who previously played with them as a touring member. On December 18, 2010 the band's website announced the Farros' amicable departure. On December 21, 2010, Josh Farro released an official exit statement for himself and his brother, refuting the band's previous story.

Half Noise (2010-)

Main article: Half Noise

Two days after his departure from Paramore, Zac took part in a new project band called "Tunnel", releasing a new song called "Hide Your Eyes". The duo then renamed themselves "Half Noise" due to other bands being named "Tunnel". The band featured Farro (drums, vocals) and Jason Clark (guitar, vocals).

Half Noise released its first single Mountain 29 May 2014. Farro also announced an album, Volcano Crowe, released on 30 September 2014

Novel American (2011-2014)

Main article: Novel American

Josh Farro founded the band Novel American with former Cecil Adora members Van Beasley, Ryan Clark and Tyler Ward briefly after his departure from Paramore and the group announced plans to record an EP as well as play local venues in the near future.

On February 22, 2011, the band announced Zac Farro would replace Tyler Ward on drums.

On May 23, 2014, Novel American was scrapped by Josh for the main reason that he, Zac and his bandmates could not find a suitable lead vocalist. As a result he is no longer a part of Novel American and instead accompanying Josh for his new album he has been working on according to his Twitter.

Gear

Zac was endorsed by Gretsch Drums, Pro-Mark sticks, Zildjian cymbals and Remo drum heads. He had two Gretsch USA Custom drum kits, one with a Black Marine Nitron Wrap and the other with a Vintage Champagne Sparkle Wrap, which was used for tours in Europe.

Drum Setup: Gretsch USA Custom

• 24"x14 Bass Drum
• 13"x9 Tom
• 16"x16 Floor Tom
• 18"x16 Floor Tom
• 14"x6.5 Snare (Alternated between 'Hammered Chrome Over Brass' and 'Chrome Over Brass')

Cymbal Setup: Zildjian

• 15" K Light Hi Hat Top and 15" A New Beat Bottom
• 21" A Sweet Ride
• 22" K Ride
• 22" K Dark Medium Ride

Drum Heads: Remo

• Emperor Coated
• Emperor X Coated
• Powerstroke 3 Clear

[ Source: Wikipedia ]