Born and raised in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Peter Acker studied since the age of 9 with several local unsung heroes. During his late teens through his early 20's he enjoyed success with the alternative rock bands Dracera and The Footlongs.

After a brief departure from music, Peter Acker moved to Los Angeles, California to attend The Musician's Institute in Hollywood. While attending The Musician's Institute, Peter performed live gigs and recorded with Italian pop diva, Anna D'Aloisio.

Since graduating M.I., Peter has enjoyed sessions with Fall of Snow, the country fried pop of Carol Ann Plante and guitar virtuoso Betty Navas.

Peter now occupies the drum throne for FOXHUNTER, an LA-based rock'n'roll band. Forming the band in 2006, Peter uses his playing philosophy to be a driving force behind the band's success.

Peter has studied with such greats as Mario Calire (Wallflowers, Ozomatli), Donny Gruendler (author, "Playing With Loops") and Charlie Waymire (Speak No Evil).

When asked to describe... Peter calls it 'balanced':

"There is a time to play in the pocket, protect the 1. Then, there is a time to toss in a tasty fill or show some chops. For me, it's about keeping these two extremes in check."

Peter thanks John Henry "Bonzo" Bonham, Billy Ward, and Stanton Moore for their remarkable contributions to drumming.

"Again, balance comes into play. Balancing a band's creative side with the business side; creating drum parts as well as melodies and bass lines...Keeping extremes in check."

~ Pete

Communication is also an integral element to musicianship.

"Being able to discuss ideas openly with my bandmates, students, and producers is equally important to me as my playing skills. Asking questions, experimenting with rhythmic ideas without insecurities and ego creates and ideal musical experience.

"Humility and a good sense of humor don't hurt either."

~ Pete

Peter plays Tama acoustic drums, Roland electronic drums, and miscellaneous cymbals. He also uses Vic Firth pepper mills and rolling pins.