Joey Kramer, drummer for Aerosmith, announced the closure of his coffee company, Rockin’ & Roastin’, on Friday, November 29, 2024. For more than 30 years Joey Kramer has combined emotional feel with technical virtuosity to convey the musical ideas of his band mates in Aerosmith while evolving into one of rock’s greatest drummers. His meticulous timing and solid grooves have contributed as much to the sound of Aerosmith albums.
In 2013 Joey Kramer announced his new partnership with Comfort Foods, Inc. who now will roast, package and distribute his whole bean, organic coffee line: Rockin’ & Roastin’ Coffee.
In 2015, he announced a business partnership with Les Otten, the former vice chairman of the Boston Red Sox, to open two Joey Kramer’s Rockin’ & Roastin’ Café and Restaurant. The first restaurant is located in Newry, Maine at the foot of the Sunday River Ski Resort, the second restaurant located in North Attleborough, Massachusetts.
In a heartfelt message on social media, Kramer shared that the decision was driven by the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, rising business costs, and the personal loss of his wife, Linda. He wrote, “It is with deep deep sadness that we have had to make the decision to close the business of Rockin’ & Roastin’ Coffee.”
Rockin’ & Roastin’ was founded by Kramer in 2012, inspired by his struggle to find good coffee while on the road with Aerosmith. The company focused on offering high-quality, organic, and sustainably grown coffee. Unlike mass-produced coffee, Rockin’ & Roastin’ used the “shade grown” method, supporting both the environment and a richer flavor profile.
Kramer was deeply involved in every aspect of the business, from roasting the beans to selecting the coffee blends. He wanted Rockin’ & Roastin’ to stand out by offering a strong, smooth coffee at a reasonable price. In interviews, he stressed that his passion for coffee matched his dedication to music.
Although Rockin’ & Roastin’ is closing, Kramer expressed deep gratitude to the loyal customers who supported the brand over the years, marking the end of a meaningful chapter for the musician and his coffee venture.