The steelpans, more commonly known as steeldrums, have captivated audiences around the world, and their distinct Caribbean sound has become synonymous with "the islands."  Internationally acclaimed steepannist Tracy Thornton, a former heavy metal drummer, African percussionist, songwriter and composer, is taking steelpan music to a whole new level by merging the steelpan with other popular music genres, such as rock-n-roll and punk, to create a unique and innovative sound that is shaking up people's perception of what is true "heavy metal" while inspiring a whole new generation of musicians along the way who are catching "steel fever" - Pan Rocks!