Escuela Grind reveal the identity of their new drummer and share update about new music

Author Benedetta Baldin - 19.4.2026

Although many musicians have previously played for the contentious grindcore group Escuela Grind, it seems that drummer Jake Sanders is a permanent member, as per theprp. Since guitarist Tom Sifuentes appears to have left the band once more, his addition has allowed Jesse Fuentes to take over behind the kit. In 2024, Sifuentes made headlines when he was dismissed from the group for raising worries about his hearing. They later got back together, and this most recent seems to be more cordial. The band has stated that they aim to have him back as a third guitarist in the near future. These lineup changes coincide with Escuela Grind’s announcement that they have finished recording their upcoming album.

The next chapter of Escuela Grind

It’s time to introduce you all to our new drummer! @jrs.drms blast beats are on another level. We look forward to sharing the stage with him for our upcoming tour in Europe.

We are excited to announce this as our drummer & key songwriter Jesse will be joining Justin & Krissy on guitar duty.

We appreciated Toms return to guitar over the last year & hope he can join us for third guitar madness in the near future. We have officially wrapped up recordings for the next EG release and we cannot wait for everyone to hear what is coming next!

Upcoming shows:

  • Wednesday, June 3, 2026 – Ostrava, Czech Republic – Barrak Music Club
  • Thursday, June 4, 2026 – Gdańsk, Poland – Mystic Festival
  • Saturday, June 6, 2026 – Donaueschingen, Germany – Omega Live Club
  • Sunday, June 7, 2026 – Vechta, Germany – Gulfhaus
  • Monday, June 8, 2026 – Berlin, Germany – Neue Zukunft
  • Tuesday, June 9, 2026 – Kassel, Germany – Goldgrube
  • Wednesday, June 10, 2026 – Düsseldorf, Germany – Pitcher
  • Friday, June 12, 2026 – Sereď, Slovakia – Flesh Party Open Air
  • Saturday, June 13, 2026 – Salzburg, Austria – Rockhouse Bar
  • Monday, June 15, 2026 – Martigny, Switzerland – Sunset Bar
  • Tuesday, June 16, 2026 – Kortrijk, Belgium – DVG
  • Wednesday, June 17, 2026 – Eindhoven, Netherlands – Dynamo
  • Thursday, June 18, 2026 – Drachten, Netherlands – Poppodium Iduna
  • Saturday, June 20, 2026 – Clisson, France – Hellfest Open Air