Nick Augusto
A drummer whose blistering speed and technical precision behind the kit propelled Trivium's sound into a new era of modern metal intensity.
Born 1986 (age 40)·American drummer·Birthday: August 4·Millennials
Biography
Nick Augusto exploded onto the metal scene not as a founding member, but as the engine that helped recalibrate a major band's trajectory. Joining Trivium in 2009, he brought a relentless, hardcore-infused blast-beat technique that immediately sharpened the band's attack on albums like 'In Waves' and 'Vengeance Falls.' His style, rooted in a deep appreciation for extreme metal drumming, provided a concrete foundation for the group's complex guitar work and soaring melodies. While his tenure with the band was relatively brief, his impact was audible, helping to steer their sound toward a heavier, more aggressive direction that solidified their standing with a new generation of fans. After his departure, he lent his skills to other projects, maintaining a presence defined by power and unflinching tempo.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Nick was born in 1986, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Nick Was Born
The biggest hits of 1986
#1 Movie
Top Gun
Best Picture
Platoon
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Nick's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1986Born
Challenger disaster; Chernobyl nuclear meltdown
Gas: $0.86/galHome: $66,600Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"That's What Friends Are For" — Dionne & FriendsBest Picture: Platoon
1991Started school
Soviet Union dissolves; World Wide Web goes public
Gas: $1.14/galHome: $82,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" — Bryan AdamsBest Picture: The Silence of the Lambs
1999Became a teenager
Columbine shooting; Y2K panic builds
Gas: $1.17/galHome: $113,900Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Believe" — CherBest Picture: American Beauty
2002Could drive
Euro currency enters circulation
Gas: $1.36/galHome: $137,800Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"How You Remind Me" — NickelbackBest Picture: Chicago
2004Could vote
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2007Turned 21
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2016Turned 30
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2026Turned 40
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Served as the primary drummer for Trivium on two studio albums, 'In Waves' (2011) and 'Vengeance Falls' (2013).
- Toured extensively worldwide, performing at major festivals including Download and Mayhem Festival during his time with Trivium.
- Provided drumming for Light the Torch (formerly Devil You Know) on their 2018 album 'Revival'.
Did You Know?
He originally joined Trivium as a drum tech before being promoted to the drummer position.
Augusto is known for his ambidextrous drumming setup, often employing two hi-hats.
He cites drummers like Chris Adler of Lamb of God and George Kollias of Nile as major influences.
“My job is to serve the song with power and absolute precision.”
