Established in 2020, Gruv-X Percussion is the brainchild of two industry giants: Russ Miller, a multi-Grammy-winning drummer globally recognized as a top session and touring artist for over 25 years, and Bill Detamore, renowned drum builder and the visionary behind Pork Pie Drums, a custom drum and accessory manufacturer since 1987. Together, they bring a wealth of knowledge and craftsmanship to offer players USA-made, innovative instruments and accessories that spark creativity and enhance the sound of your drum kit. Russ's journey to founding Gruv-X was shaped by decades of experience, from his early days of doing sales, design and repairs in drum shops, to contributing to the development of over 80 products with industry giants like Mapex, Vic Firth, and Yamaha. In early 2020, he then revisited his past product ideas, rekindling his entrepreneurial spirit and leading to the establishment of Gruv-X Percussion and the introduction of their flagship product the X-Click Cross Stick Enhancer, a perfected version of Russ’s famous "Groove-Wedge”.