Rob Zombie (Robert Cummings) was born on January 12, 1965 is an American musician, film director, and writer.

His uniquely gruff vocal style and fascination with horror movies have helped him become a distinctive element in American heavy metal. He is best known as the founder, lead singer and songwriter for White Zombie.

In recent years he has also established himself as a solo artist and branched into directing films. Throughout his solo career, Zombie has sold 15 million albums.

On May 31st, 2006, Rob Zombie was joined by guitarist Slash (Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver), Gilby Clarke (formerly of Guns N' Roses) on rhythm guitar, Scott Ian of Anthrax on bass, Tommy Lee of Mötley Crüe on drums and special guest Ace Frehley of KISS also on lead guitar.

The occasion was a 1-time supergroup tribute to KISS for the first annual VH1 Rock Honors Award Show. They played one song, "God Of Thunder," before handing it off to the honoree.