What are your current projects?
Robbie Williams, Feeder/Renegades, James Blunt, Studio sessions
What was your first gig?
First paid gig was when I was 10. I think they must have tried everyone else that Saturday night at short notice before me
When did you start playing, and who were your biggest influences when you were starting out?
When I was a young boy I was listening to Jeff Porcaro, Phil Rudd, Phil Gould, Don Henley and John Robinson. I had my first toy kit at the age of 2 and a half.
What is the most important thing you’ve learnt, perhaps something which changed your approach to playing?
Most of my learning is done by listening. To relax, keep time and make it all feel groovy was the most important thing I ever learnt.
What advice would you give to young or new players wanting to get gigs?
Forget it… no I’m joking. Practice, play and listen to as many kinds of different music as you can.
What is the one thing a student should bring to Rhythmfest?
Their ears….
What are you going to be covering in your masterclass?
Groove, Time keeping, Variety, Simplicity and sound.
What are the essential things a new drummer be spending their limited budget on?
A good Snare, Pedal, Cymbals and Heads.
Anything else you want to say?
I’ll save it for the day. Looking forward. K
