Chad Ronald Sexton, born in 1970 in Lexington, Kentucky, is the drummer and co-founder of the band 311. He grew up in Omaha, Nebraska, where he attended Westside High School with fellow band members Nick Hexum and Tim Mahoney. Sexton is known for his impressive drumming skills, particularly highlighted in his drum solo on the song “Applied Science,” which is often extended during live performances. Before joining 311, he played with the Sky Ryders and Railmen drum corps. In 2006, he opened Chad Sexton’s Drum City, a music store in North Hollywood, California, specializing in drums and related services. He has also mixed records for various up-and-coming bands.