Pronunciation: [ɹˈɒb zˈɒmbi] (IPA) 
The name "Rob Zombie" is spelled as it sounds, with the first syllable of "Rob" rhyming with "lob" and the second syllable pronounced like "ahb." The last name "Zombie" is pronounced as "Zom-bee" with stress on the first syllable. In IPA phonetic transcription, the name is spelled as [rɒb ˈzɒmbi], with the vowel in "Rob" being pronounced as the "o" in "job" and the second "o" in "Zombie" being like the "o" in "dough."
Rob Zombie is an American musician, filmmaker, and artist known for his contributions to the heavy metal music genre and his distinctive horror-themed aesthetic. Born Robert Bartleh Cummings on January 12, 1965, in Haverhill, Massachusetts, Rob Zombie rose to fame as the frontman of the metal band White Zombie, which gained significant success in the 1990s. As a vocalist, he is known for his gritty, aggressive style, combining elements of heavy metal, industrial rock, and alternative metal.
Beyond his music career, Zombie has also ventured into filmmaking, directing and writing horror films characterized by their dark and macabre themes. His directorial debut came with the 2003 film "House of 1000 Corpses," followed by "The Devil's Rejects" (2005), and the Halloween franchise reboot (2007, 2009). His movies often feature a mix of horror, gore, and psychological tension, with a particular focus on villains and the grotesque. Zombie's visual style often draws inspiration from classic horror films, and his aesthetic is widely recognized for its gritty and edgy atmosphere.
With his influential contributions to both music and film, Rob Zombie has become an iconic figure in the horror genre, carving a unique niche for himself with his distinctive brand of frightful entertainment.
The term "Rob Zombie" does not have an etymology in the traditional sense as it is a stage name used by the American musician and filmmaker Robert Bartleh Cummings. He adopted the name during his early music career after leaving the band White Zombie, which he initially formed with Sean Yseult in the late 1980s. The name "White Zombie" itself was inspired by the 1932 horror film of the same name directed by Victor Halperin. However, it is worth noting that Rob Zombie, as a stage persona, is heavily influenced by horror and zombie culture, which is reflected in his music, filmography, and overall aesthetic.
