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The guide prices below are for events within 20 miles of North London. Outside this area extra travel expenses will apply. Please get in touch for an accurate quote.
2 x 60 minute sets : £305
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About / Biography

Performance Experience/Biography:

Freelance Drummer from North London, England.

2008 – Current

Performed overseas in Europe in function bands and has collaborated with various established artists, guitarists and drummers.

2010 – 2011

Numerous performances with instrumentalists, artists and orchestras in London, ‘B.Y.W.O (Barnet Youth Wind Orchestra)’ and ‘C.Y.M. (Centre for Young Musicians)’.

2012

Performed in ‘Smalls’ Jazz Club, Manhattan, New York, with New York-based musicians at a jam session.

2014

Formed metal band ‘Far from Eden’. Performed at a metal event held at ’The Hope and Anchor’ in London.

Became a member of ‘N.Y.J.O. (National Youth Jazz Orchestra)’ and performed at venues such as ‘Ziggy’s Club’ and ‘The Vortex Club’ in London.

2015 – 2019

Sessional work with Indie solo artist ‘Michael Kilbey’. Performed at ‘The Hoxton Underbelly’, ‘Proud’ and ‘The Black Heart’ in London.

Joined the Metalcore group. Toured around in the UK performing in known venues like ‘The Underworld’, ‘The Black Heart’, ‘The Joiners’, ‘The 1865’, ‘O2 Academy Islington’ and many more. Played at shared events with top Metal groups ‘Cypher 16’, ‘Our Hollow Our Home’, ‘The City Is Ours’, ‘Loathe’, ‘Lotus Eater’, ‘Nakht’, ‘On Hollow Ground’, ‘InVisions’, ‘Underside’ and many others. Featured on BBE’s first 3 EP’s and worked with producers such as ‘Dan Kerr’ from ‘Avenue Studios’ and ‘Oz Craggs’ (bassist of ‘Feed the Rhino’) from ‘Hidden Track Studios’.

Recorded and composed drums at ‘Konk Studios’ in London for screenwriter, actor and producer ‘Kipp Marcus’.

2021

Sessional performance with Rock solo artist ‘Mike Stoyanov’ at ‘The Hoxton Underbelly’, ‘The Beehive’ and ‘Camden Assembly’ in London.

Performed at private events with the function band 'Back to Music' from ‘Uptown Music Agency’ around London.

Sessional performance with Electropop duo ‘REYKO’ at ‘The Moth Club’ in London.

2022

Sessional performances with ‘Mike Stoyanov’ at ‘O2 Academy Islington’ (opening up for ‘Toploader’) and ‘St Moritz Club’, ‘The Stag’s Head’ and ‘The Gunners Pub’ in London.

Sessional performance with ‘Reyko’ at ‘The Shacklewell Arms’ in East London.
Weekend Tour with ‘Will Whisson’ at ‘The Hobbit’ in Southampton and ‘Dartmouth Music Festival 2022’. Several Function gigs with ‘Sonic Boom’, ‘Listen Out Music’ and ‘Foot Stompin’ Ceilidh Band’.

Sessional performances with solo artist ‘Colin Tyler’ at ‘Roadtrip & The Workshop/The Star In’ and ‘Layalina Bar and Restaurant’ in London. Also starred in Colin Tyler’s Music Videos for the songs ‘Julian’, ‘Meltdown’ ‘Lighten the Load’ and ‘Don’t Be Lost at Sea’.

Sessional performance with Trap Rock Trio ‘SHADE UK’ in Bristol alongside Trap Trio ‘Punkstars’ at ‘The Crofters Rights’ (Sold Out Show).

Recording session with Solo Artist ‘Bad Blood’ for singles ‘Red’s Dead’ and ‘I’ve Got This Friend Who Dares Me’ with Producer, Renowned Bass Player, Multi-Musician and Music Director ‘Livingstone Brown’ at his home Studio in Surrey, England.

Sessional Performance with ‘CLAUDILLEA’ (Solo Artist and Semi-Finalist from ‘The Voice’) at ‘The Grace’ in London.

Permanently Joined Metalcore/Progressive Metal Group as the Drummer and have performed at venues such as ‘The Black Heart’ and ‘The Fidlers Elbow’.

Sessional performances with Singaporean Solo Artist ‘Chaidura’ at ‘The Dublin Castle’ and ‘New Cross Inn’ in London.

Sessional Performance with solo artist ‘Bad Blood’ at ‘The Spice of Life’ in London.

Starred as Drummer in Sabatta’s upcoming Music Video.

2022-2023

Performed with a quartet circus band at ‘Sirkus Finlandia/Tsiga Boom’ at the ‘Helsingin Messukeskus Exhibition Centre’ in Helsinki, Finland.

Further performances with ‘Beyond Ties’ at ‘Sala Silikona’ in Madrid – Spain, ‘The Amersham Arms’, the main stage/room at ‘The O2 Academy Islington’ and ‘The Camden Assembly’ in London.

Recording sessions with solo artist ‘Jasmin OMEARA’ for her EP ‘Desert Heart’ and next upcoming EP at ‘Strongroom Studios’ in London with producers and sound engineers ‘Carlos Mas’ and ‘Aryanne Maudit’.

Further performances with solo artist ‘Colin Tyler’ at the ‘Fiddlers Elbow’, ‘The Stags Head’, ‘The Beauchamp’ and ‘The Star In’.

Recording Sessions at ‘ICMP (The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance)’ with solo artist ‘Michel Figueiredo’.

Began shows for London-based German Oompah & Schlager Band ‘DDFK’ at the ‘Munich Bavarian Cricket Club’ in London.

Further shows with ‘Bad Blood’ at ‘The Amersham Arms’, ‘The Bedford’, ‘The Camden Assembly’ and ‘The Castle’ in London.

Performed at the second sold-out show with ‘Shade UK’ at ‘The Crofters Rights’ in Bristol, as well as a weekend tour alongside Trap Metal Band ‘Swarm Six’ from Bristol (3rd Sold out show at ‘The Crofters Rights’), ‘The Cavern’ in Exeter and ‘Club 85’ in Hitchin.

Sessional performances with ‘Shockpowder’ at ‘The Horn’ in St Albans.

Began drumming for Thrash Metal Band, performed ‘The Fighting Cocks’ in Kingston upon Thames, ‘HELL awaits’ in Diest, Belgium, ‘Le Off/Hellfest 2023’ in Clisson, France, ‘Bloodstock Festival 2023’ in Derby, ‘The Six Six’ in their hometown Cambridge, ‘Percy’s Café Bar’ in Whitchurch and ‘Hot Box’ in Chelmsford, Essex.

More Performances with ‘Chaidura’ at ‘The Hope and Anchor’, ‘The Finsbury’ and ‘Dublin Castle’ in London.

Further Recording with Bad Blood and Producer, Music Director ‘Livingstone Brown’.

UK/European Tour with Australian Punk Rock Trio ‘Smacked Youth’ performed at venues ‘Sebright Arms’ alongside Hard Rock Band ‘Can’t Stop Talking’ in London, ‘The Waterhole’ in Amsterdam, The Netherlands and ‘The Little Stage’ in Berlin, Germany.

Recording Session with ‘Beyond Ties’ for upcoming single, produced and recorded by Guitar Player ‘Steven Jones’ from Scottish Metalcore Band ‘Bleed from Within’ at his home studio in Glasgow.

Began performing with the ‘Rivers of Living Word Ministry’ Gospel Band/Church at George Spicer Primary School in Enfield.

2024

Starting working with solo artist ‘Cornelis Gerrard’ performing at venues such as ‘Dublin Castle’ and ‘The Good Mixer’.

I hold a very strong interest in other genres: Jazz, Funk, Pop and Latin/World.

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AVERAGE RATING

10 / 101

Location

Based in North London

Will travel up to 500 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 500 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 20 miles)
Please note that the circles shown on the map are calculated "as the crow flies". By road distances may vary, so please get in touch for an accurate quote.

Superstition

Get Lucky

Happy

Mr. Brightside

Teenage Dirtbag

500 Miles

Johnny B. Goode

Proud Mary

Mamma Mia

Livin On A Prayer

Summer Of 69

Sweet Caroline

Don’t Stop Me Now

Don’t Look Back In Anger

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Power sockets and drum riser or anti slip floor if available.


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Only microphones.


What information do you require about a venue?

Any noise limiters?


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes.


Do you have a full kit and everything you need to perform in any situation?

Yes unless it is something specific like a world instrument and may need to be discussed if I have the skill to play it.


Do you drive and have a source of transport (vehicle).

Yes I do.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever played at?

The best gig I have ever performed at was with the band 'Shade UK' at Glastonbury Festival 2024, UK.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

My favourite artist is Red Hot Chili Peppers and my favourite song is 'Under the Bridge'.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

I have been gigging for over 11 years now. Please enquire to see my full performance history as there is a word count limit for this section.


What's your favourite type of event to play at?

Bar/Venue.


Are you a sessional player looking for paid sessional work?

Yes, paid work only.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Arrival: 1 hour and 30 minutes before the performance.
Setup/pack down: 30 minutes each.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes as long as there is shelter.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

I can learn any song the client may require.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Previous clients have described me to be a solid drummer with a wide knowledge and variety in adapting to any act I work with.

Recent Clients

SF Drums has performed for these clients:

Sirkus Finlandia

Shade UK

Bad Blood

Past The Fall

Cornelis Gerard

Chaidura

Colin Tyler

Jasmin Omeara

Beyond Ties

Kipp Marcus

Mike Stoyanov

Venues

SF Drums has performed at these venues:

O2 Academy Islington

Messukeskus Expo Centre

The 1865

The Crofters Rights

Blondies

The Black Heart

The Underworld

New Cross Inn

Fiddlers Elbow

Camden Assembly

The Spice of Life

The Grace

St. Moritz Club

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