\"I\'ve been playing Pearl Drums since I started drumming. They have always been my only choice in drums and the only drum company that I ever wanted to be endorsed with. I\'ve had nothing but the best experiences with Pearl Drums when it comes to live or studio use. I would like to shout out a thanks to my \'bad-ass-metal-smashin\' rep, Rene \'Redge\' Adolph, and everyone at Pearl.\"

In related news: The Devin Townsend Band album is moving along very smoothly. The drummer states:

\"It has easily been the best recording experience of my life. Never a bad moment, everyone in the band is very excited and the songs have such an amazing vibe to them, in my opinion.\"

Van Poederooyen is also featured on the full-length Non-Human Level album (a project lead by Darkane guitarist Christofer Malmström), which is set for release October 24, 2005 and an upcoming solo EP of ex-Annihilator bassist Russell Bergquist.