Aaron Roderick Gillespie is an American musician, songwriter, and producer. Gillespie began his career as the original drummer and clean vocalist for American metalcore band Underoath. He is also the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for American alternative rock band The Almost. Gillespie also maintains his own solo project, and released his debut full-length album, Anthem Song on March 8, 2011. He was the touring drummer with American rock band Paramore from 2013-2016.