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CAROLYN OATES - MULTI INSTRUMENTALIST MELBOURNE

Multi-instrumentalist Carolyn is busy making incredible music as a session drummer, as ‘Alpha Loopy’ and as a singer/songwriter with impressive list of collaborations and performances throughout her career. Carolyn plays as a guitarist for Vika & Linda Bull’s band and has played for Deborah Conway, Paul Kelly, Rebecca Barnard, Ali Barter, Emily Lubitz (Tin Pan Orange), Clare Bowditch, Matt Thomas and Casey Bennetto.

 Oates has wowed theatre audiences across Europe. Touring extensively, she has shared the stage with Naked Raven (Germany), The Mae Trio, Lloyd Spiegel, Daniel Champagne, Greg Arnold, David Ross Macdonald (The Waifs), Steve Lane, Paul Greene, Liz Frencham and Dave Gunning (Canada)

Find out more about Carolyn’s music: http://www.carolynoates.com http://www.alphaloopy.com/

Carolyn play a custom bright series set up:
14" hi-hats, 16" & 18" crashes and a 20" ride.

 

VOLI KOROI - SYDNEY / INDEPENDENT 

VOLI K is a soul-infused singer + songwriter + producer + performer

A First Nations artist originating from Fiji, VOLI has called Australian home since a young age.

He’s faced some life challenges - born albino & termed legally blind, but the physical insecurities around his identity would eventually become his super power.

Whilst temporarily lost, VOLI was found emotionally through his early exposure to soul and gospel influences the kid drummer connecting within his community church.

VOLI has collaborated with some great producers including Jerome Farah (Baker Boy, Tash Sultana, Kian, Tones & I),Cyrus Villanueva (CXLOE, Client Liaison) and the legendary Charles Fisher (Savage Garden, Hoodoo Gurus).

His featured singles include “Lion”, “Never Alone”, “Hello” and “Joy”.

VOLI’s music and lyrics are inspired by love & hope – his dynamic live performances have seen him labelled “The Ambassador Of Good Times.”
VOLI K has just returned from a 2-month twenty-five-date tour of Europe, performing with Tones & I, as she supported Macklemore Whilst he cut his teeth performing his “Party Set” 6-nights-a-week at local residencies and private events, VOLI has played SOLD OUT original shows at iconic Sydney & Melbourne venues The Vanguard and Wesley Anne – and just recently Mary’s Underground.

After touring with Tones & I in 2021, she hand-picked VOLI to open up her inaugural “Music In The Park” Festival on the Mornington Peninsula and in 2022, he joined Tone’s ensemble at the “Tecate Emblema Festival” in Mexico City

VOLI is always finding new ways to connect with his audience, licensing songs to domestic and international brands like TikTok and Target USA – featuring in press like AdNews, The Music Network, Campaign Brief

Triple J Unearthed Music Director – Dave Ruby Howe said of VOLI:
“Voli K's voice is so damn pure. So much so that I feel dirty even saying damn. This is so clean like it's just come out the washer.”

 

Listen to Voli K @:

Spotify

Official Video Release of “Never Alone”

 Live Performance of “Joy”

Connect:

INSTAGRAM   YOUTUBE  TIKTOK  FACEBOOK 

 

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Management & Booking:
Sound Advice Music  Brett Hlywa +61(0)406 331 997  brett@soundadvice.tv 

PHIL GAUDION - PC3/DARLOW

Phil began drumming at High School aged 12 and joined his first covers band at 16 with influences from hard rock players like Neil Peart & Rob Hirst, pop drummers like Stewart Copeland, Jeff Porcaro, to jazz players like Tony Williams, Al Foster, Dave Weckl. Phil has toured the USA, Europe, Australia, NZ, Canada with the Paul Colman Trio (PC3), released 5 albums and was nominated for a Grammy Award and won a Dove award in 2003. Currently Phil is doing remote recording sessions from his home studio in Melbourne Australia philgaudion.com & you can see him live at shows with Scott Darlow.

 

JAMES MCCORMACK - MELBOURNE 

James live in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, he has been playing drums for over 20 years and teaching professionally for over 15 years at various schools around Melbourne.
He received a Bachelor of Applied Music at Box Hill TAFE, winning the ‘Excellence in Drumming’ award in 2008 and has played in many different bands of varying styles such as rock, pop, country, reggae, Gospel and a number of musical theatre productions.
James is currently working on building up his Youtube channel: ‘Drums with James’, on which he provides lessons and resources for beginners, intermediate and also other drum teachers alike. He also writes and produces his own music as ‘Ambient Beast’; an exploration of electronic and rock genres and they intersect.

Subscribe and Follow James here: 
Drums with James: YOUTUBE
Ambient Beast: YOUTUBE
Instagram

 

 

JUSTIN FIMMEL - QUEENSLAND 

Justin Fimmel is a Geelong-born, North Queensland-raised drummer of 24 years, with a knack for really mixing up tastes and playing styles. "Growing up with a bassist as a Father, he had a real appreciation for great musicianship which definitely made it's way around the household. 

From growing up on pop, contemporary and progressive rock, he eventually onto the heavier side of the spectrum. Justin spent a good portion of his formative gigging years jumping on NQ support tours for acts such as Parkway Drive, The Amity Affliction, Dead Letter Circus and Polaris to name a few. 

Never content with one style, Justin dove into the Indie/folk world, recording an album and touring for Kate Martin in 2011/2012, then later with TSV-based acts like Colie, Matilda Duncan and Dan Baker to perform numerous festivals such as Groovin The Moo and Neck of The Woods.

The Country Music scene swallowed up Justin who stepped in for a North Queensland run of shows with Brad Cox, while the rest of his band were still locked down in NSW post-covid. Lately, he can be seen playing with Country Music up-and-comer Sammy White to share the great CMC stage with, or stepping in for shows with Taylor Moss, Zac & George, Josie and Bella Mackenzie.

"The reason why I'm so happy to be a part of the Red Cymbals Artist family is that there's no shortage of great-quality sounds through the numerous series. I can comfortably go from heavy music, rock and to Country with my own Red haul. To top it off, the mental health awareness and sense of community that Red champion is something that really resonates with me." 

Follow Justin on his socials below:
INSTAGRAM 

YouTube

 

MATTHEW MALLARDI - QUEENSLAND

Matthew Mallardi, currently based in Brisbane, Queensland, is a drummer and didgeridoo player whose musical journey is deeply rooted in his upbringing. Raised on a North Queensland farm, music was not just a pastime for Matthew; it was a fundamental aspect of his early life, nurtured by the musical influence of his parents.
From a young age, Matthew found himself immersed in the sounds of legendary Australian rock bands such as INXS, ACDC, The Angels, Dragon, Goanna, and Sherbet. Fond memories revolve around family road trips, where belting out Australian rock classics was a mandatory and cherished tradition.
At the age of 16, Matthew embarked on his drumming journey, rapidly cultivating a profound passion for the instrument. Becoming a fixture in Townsville's heavy music scene, he performed with various bands, venturing across North Queensland. Matthew demonstrated his versatility by participating in folk-pop, progressive rock, and metal bands, even contributing to a drum line for the NRL in Townsville.
Two years ago, Matthew seized an opportunity to enroll at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music, currently navigating through his third year of study. Just one year ago, he expanded his musical repertoire by adding the didgeridoo, crediting Xavier Rudd for inspiring his love for the instrument. Matthew ingeniously combined drums and didgeridoo into a hybrid setup, showcasing his creative musical fusion.

In 2023, Matthew immersed himself in the world of country music, providing backing for country artist Mick Lindsay. Since then, he has graced stages at various shows, festivals, and events, sharing the spotlight with bands like Golden Sunbird and Riley Young. Currently, Matthew plays a crucial role in the musical journey of the emerging country sensation, Jarrad Wrigley. Watch for Matthew as he travels across the country, delivering performances at various festivals, including the prestigious Gympie Muster Music Festival.
Matthew Says "I have a deep passion for music, and drums hold a special place in my heart. Performing in front of an audience is something I cherish, and my journey as a musician is a constant pursuit of growth. I find joy in inspiring fellow musicians.
The choice to play red cymbals is rooted in my admiration for their incredible craftsmanship and remarkable sound. The diverse range of sounds they offer allows for a rich musical experience. Moreover, I take pride in supporting an Australian company like Red Cymbals and appreciate their commitment to mental health awareness. It's more than just playing music; it's about contributing to a community and supporting important causes."

 

MARTIN DU PREEZ - WESTERN AUSTRALIA

"Music has always been my passion. My stress reliever. Somewhere where I can go to forget about everything around me. Where I can travel into another world where I can express myself.

I've been playing drums for just over 16 years, yet I still learn something new every time I play. I love exploring different types of genres, but the genre that has had the biggest impact on my playing has been Metal.

I also love being involved playing at my local church on weekends, as well as upload drumming videos to my personal Instagram page. Looking back at videos of me playing helps me improve my technique and analyse how I play.

My name is Martin, Perth is where I call home, and I'm inspired to be a Red Artist."

Check out the awesome videos on Martin's INSTAGRAM and give him a follow.

LUKE HERBERT

Luke Herbert is an International Session Drummer/ Educator/ Mentor based both in Australia and Nashville TN. He is passionate about Drum Education for the future generations of drummers from around the world. Luke founded Pocket Percussion in 2018 - An Online Drum Community and Platform which inspires thousands of drummers globally. 

Luke started his musical journey at age 7, studying classical piano. Which led Luke to studying a Bmus in Orchestral Percussion many years later. Luke has had a varied career as a session musician and touring drummer, in Australia and the USA and he has worked with many prominent and varied artists. 

He is a current band member drumming / producing / touring and writing with OG Red Wiggle Murray Cook and The Soul Movers. They have just released a new record which saw Luke back in the USA recording with Grammy Award Winning producer Boo Mitchell at the iconic Royal Studios in Memphis TN. 

He has also worked with many other top names in the Australian music scene including Brian Cadd, Stevie Wright (The Easybeats), Grammy Award Winning Pedal Steel Player - Lucky Oceans which saw Luke drumming alongside Paul Kelly, Don Walker (Cold Chisel), Catherine Brit, Troy Cassar Daley, and Kasey Chambers. He has also toured and recorded with Aria winners Williams Crighton and Fanny Lumsden. He works regularly as part of the Jesse Redwing Band. He has also played with Greedy Smith (Mental As Anything), Kevin Bennett and The Flood, Warren H Williams, Ella Hooper (Killing Hiedi) Buddy Knox, Phil Manning (Chain), Andrew Combs (USA), Mitch Anderson, Harry Brus Band, Ray Beadle, Mal Eastick, John Waters, Ciaran Gribbin (Former INXS), Mike McClellan, The Deep Vibration (USA), Luke O'Shea, Sloan Peterson, Melody Pool, Michael Carpenter and The Banks Brothers and many many more. 

Social Links 

Instagram @pocketpercussion  Facebook  Tik Tok

 

 

MARLEY GRAHAM

Marley started playing drums at the age of 2 when he got his first drum kit for his birthday. From that point forward, it quickly became his biggest passion. Having grown up in a musical family, it was only a matter of time.

His musical journey really started to take off when he started posting drum covers on YouTube in 2014. This lead to opportunities to work with and play with many different bands and businesses, which lead to him finally finding home in Sydney metal-core outfit, Repriever, in late 2018.

Since then, Repriever has been lucky to share the stage with bands like ‘Signs of the Swarm’, ‘Within Destruction’, ‘Thousand Below, ‘Ocean Sleeper’ and many many more. His influences include Jeff Porcaro, Mike Portnoy, Matt Halpern, Tomas Haake and Danny Carey.

“The biggest reason I chose Red Cymbals is not JUST because they sound good, but they have a message you can get behind. They support mental health and support their artists. Big or small. I’m proud to be a part of the family.“

Check out Marley's INSTAGRAM for more...

 

ADRIAN CLARKE - AWAKENING MUSIC

As the son of a jazz drummer, Adrian’s journey on the drums started early, growing up with influences such as Dave Weckl, Virgil Donati, Simon Phillips, and Dennis Chambers, the pursuit for what was possible on the drums was strong. Based on the Mornington Peninsula, Adrians involvement in the local church gave him the tools, (and the humility) he needed on the stage to go on playing with multiple groups and bands. His involvement with Awakening Music saw him tour Australia, Europe, and the USA, playing in venues such as Marvel Stadium, Friends Arena and Wiener Stadhalle. The journey from jazz fusion to stadium rock was a fast and humbling road! Most recently, studio session playing and writing has taken the front seat with new projects on the way.

Adrian plays Traditional series:

18" hi-hats, 23" and 24" crashes and a 26" Ride as well as Dark 17" Hi-hats and a few other sizes and series of Red.

ALEX AITON

Alex has been playing drums at church since he was 10. He has always have had a heart for worship realised that this is what God is calling him above all. Alex seeks to help impact the lives of people by giving his best to worship and ushering in the presence of God behind the drums. At the age of 13 Alex played at his biggest event where he served on the house band for the Mooroopna Carols which were attended by over 2000 people. Alex has been blessed with opportunities for playing in events such as United We Stand, Equip Days, the ACC Regional Conference, numerous conference and major Goulburn Valley events. Over the years, Alex has realised that worship drumming is more than drumming. It is leading the congregation into battle and creating a sound that will break chains off people.  

 

ANTHONY RANIERI

Following in his father’s footsteps, Anthony is an Adelaide based drummer who started his musical journey as a teenager jamming along to his favourite records.  

Over the years, Anthony has been involved in many bands, spanning a wide variety of genres including rock, pop, R&B, latin and everything in between. He currently plays in a local top 40/party band as well as a 7 piece latin group playing Salsa, Bachata & Reggaeton.

He is an enthusiastic performer who has also taught professionally and is overjoyed seeing students develop into confident musicians. One of his recent achievements include winning the Australia wide 2020 Drum Off competition and representing Australia in the international finals. 

Check out Anthony on INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE

 

BEN HAKALITZ
YOTHU YINDI & TRIBE OF JUBAL 

 

Ben is a drummer (he also plays Kuakumba Flutes/Guitar and is a vocalist) from Bougainville, Papua New Guinea (PNG) with more than 30+ years playing experience touring worldwide with international artists: Yothu Yindi, Sanguma and Tribe Of Jubal. Ben lives in Cairns and has been recognised for his service to the Australian music community when awarded the Australia Centenary Medal.

Other musical credit include work on the soundtrack to Australian Director/Producer, Bill Bennett's film: In The Savage Land which won an AFI Award, 1998. Ben also performed at the Closing Ceremony of the Olympic Games in Sydney and in the opening acts for Bon Jovi, Kylie Minogue (2003) and Carlos Santana's Australian Tour (2004). Ben co-wrote the music for the PNG's National Theatre Company stage musical: Sana Sana, which was performed at the South Pacific Festival of Arts in Cook Islands

Other artists Ben has Ben worked include:Edou, DrumDrum, Toni Nation, Tamabaran Culture, Seaman Dan, Not Drowning Waving and Telek as well as working on film soundtracks for Mr Pip composed and arranged by Tim Finn.

When he isn’t busy performing Ben is producing incredible drums through his ‘Hakalitz Drums’ brand.

Get in touch with Ben through Facebook

 

 

DOUG HIBBERSON - ALBURY-WODONGA

Doug, from Albury-Wodonga, on the Vic/NSW border, has been playing since 2009 starting at 11 years of age. Over 7 years of schooling he played and wrote for local funk, blues and psychedelic rock bands as well as playing for local community, jazz and brass bands, competing at state levels.

Doug’s main influences are Mitch Mitchell (Jimi Hendrix Experience), Chad Smith (RHCP), Bill Ward (Black Sabbath), and of course Buddy Rich.

He is currently taking on projects with anyone interested in creating Doom Metal, Psych-Rock and rock-based music. 

Check out Doug’s INSTAGRAM

 

GARRETT BARKER

 

 

Garrett has been playing drums for almost 20 years and is considered one of the first call “Young Guns” of Sydney’s Music Scene. He graduated from JMC Academy in 2017 and shortly after became a Session Player/Accompanist for the University for over 2 Years. He plays a variety of Cover Gigs, Original Gigs for Sydney based Artists, various Sessions, P&O. Cruise Ships, Corporates/Weddings and some small Tours here and there. Garrett is currently playing with Up and Coming Artist, Tony Sergi. He has previously played with NYC Hip Hop Artist, Kev Hannibal, as well as Country Artist, Tara Favell, and other Sydney based Artists. Garrett has performed at the 2022 Cox Plate with Robbie Dolan and is working Human Nature's Phil Burton.
Visit Garrett’s Instagram

View videos of Garrett's playing with Moonlight Avenue Tennessee Whisky  And “Seven to the Power of Six”

 

GRAHAM KING - MELBOURNE 

Graham King is a drummer who grew up in the beautiful Yarra Valley and fell in love with music at an early age. Some of the drummers that have influenced him include, David Weckl, Brian Blade, Larnell Lewis, Mike Fuentes, Matt Helpern and Matthew Garstka. 

Graham has played and recorded for a range artists around Melbourne. Some of those artists include Timothy Wolf, Matthew Gilbert Young, Saint Victoire and his local church in Mount Evelyn. 

Graham owns a music school in Kilsyth (Streams Creative Community) and rehearsal rooms in Wantirna South (Simply Rehearsal Rooms). He has delved right into making music his career and hopes that what he does can impact not just his own family but the whole surrounding community.

He hopes to continue to tour and record as a session drummer. 

“Red cymbals have made it so easy to play my music in a way that is super impactful but not offensive to listen too. It’s an amazing quality that these cymbals have!” 

JARETH HAMMET - MELBOURNE

 

Jareth Hammet is a Warragul based drummer currently working behind the scenes to launch his duo band in 2023. He has been playing the drums for over 10 years including serving on drums at The City Church. Jareth plays 14" Traditional Hi Hats, 16" and 18" Crashes and 8" Splash. He also plays a 22" Hybrid Ride, and an 18" FX Bright Hybrid China.

Visit Jareth's Instagram

 

JASON SBRIGLIO - MELBOURNE

Jason’s drumming experience includes touring nation wide at different types of venues and festivals; he has also toured internationally. Jason has a Bachelor Degree in Music and Diploma Of Education partnered with Cert 4 TAA.
Jason is a proud endorser of Red Rock Drums and Red Cymbals in Australia. Jason partnered with Red Rock drums almost 10 years ago and created a one of a kind mixed wood stave drum kit which he uses for performing and his online lesson program. Just like Jason’s experience with Red Rock Drums having started with one drum, Jason’s connection to Red Cymbals started with the purchase of an FX Crash and Bell Cymbal - The connection of both Red Rock Drums and Red Cymbals started at a Red Drum shed where Red Rock Drums and Red Cymbals were on show.
Jason has been teaching drums for over 15 years and has written two books, he has also recorded a number of albums for various up and coming Australian artists in different studios including Armstrong Studios - The home of the “Whispering Jack” album recording.

You can hear Jason’s drumming on “Once upon a time” Album - Jessica Paige and “Memories via satellite” - Joel Spence.


Jason’s live performances have included being on the bill with Ross Wilson, Mark Seymour, Brian Cadd, Coxy and many more. Jason has had various teaching roles at different schools including Acting Head of Percussion - St Michael’s Grammar. Jason also performed in the St Michaels ANZAC day march. Jason has performed as drummer and percussionist for many school musicals and performances in Melbourne.
Check out his INSTAGRAM and YouTube Channel.

 

JAYDEN FRIEND - FREELANCE - SYDNEY AUSTRALIA

 

Jayden’s drumming story started in 2006. The first time he ever saw the drums was on TV watching Jonathan Moffett playing live at the O2 arena, Jayden instantly knew that he wanted to play the drums. After begging his parents to buy him a drum kit, christmas morning came around and he saw his first drum kit. Jayden jumped straight on and was instantly hooked. Initially self taught, in 2013 Jayden started getting lessons from Bradie Webb, the drummer from Australian band Short Stack and learned many things that made him the drummer he is today. Jayden started to see drum cover videos on YouTube and knew that was going to be his thing but he needed a platform. In 2015 Jayden started his instagram page to post drum covers and has built a nice following. He loves posting quality content which has given him great opportunities, performing in multiple music videos and recently joining The Good love supporting Pacific Avenue on their Australian tour. Jayden also plays for artists such as Ūla, Joel Leggett, Hugo Basclain, The Good Love and many more.

Check out Jayden’s Instagram

 

JEREMIAH SOLIMAN - MELBOURNE

 

Jeremiah is a Melbourne based drummer who loves a range of different drumming styles, including hip hop, funk & modern worship music.
Based at Neuma Church, Jeremiah spends most of his time playing in a corporate setting at Melbournes oldest church! Jeremiah recently played at the ACC state conference, and loves solid drummers. He looks up to and familiarises his playing style with drummers such as Seb Space. Jeremiah loves big warm cymbals, and plays the Red Traditional Series; with unique 17” hats, 22 & 23” crashes, as well as the buttery 24” ride.

Check out his drumming content and give him a follow on Instagram 

 

JOHN ACIERTO - MELBOURNE

 

JOSH SCHUBERTH - SYDNEY

Josh Schuberth is a session drummer and producer/engineer based in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney. He is the owner and operator of Endomusia Studios, doing remote drum sessions for producers all over the country, as well as recording and producing artists himself. Having established himself as a touring drummer in his early twenties, Josh toured locally and internationally with singer/songwriter Josh Pyke for more than 7 years. During this time he played drums on Josh Pyke’s ARIA award winning and Gold certified record “Chimney’s Afire” in 2008 and discovered his true passion was recording music. Having shifted his focus towards studio work, Josh has now played on multiple ARIA and Golden Guitar Award winning albums, including the ARIA for "Country Album of the Year" in 2015 (“Hell Breaks Loose”, Shane Nicholson), 2016 (“Silos”, Sara Storer) and 2020 (“Fallow”, Fanny Lumsden), as well as over 40 Golden guitar awards, including the coveted “Album of the Year” award in 2011, 2019, 2020 and 2021. As a songwriter and producer, Josh’s sensitivity to songs makes his drumming highly sought after by producers in the Country, Country-Pop and Alt-Country scenes, as well as many other song focused genres. He loves the challenge of finding the perfect parts and sounds to bring a song to life, highlighting the emotions of the lyrics and supporting the artist in realising their creative vision.
“I have fallen in love with the Red Traditional series cymbals that I now play… They are the best cymbals I have ever played in the studio! They record beautifully! They are so responsive and rich, but also stay out of the way of the other instruments. They never become harsh like so many other cymbals have done for me in the past. I can play them with absolute confidence knowing that they’re not going to get out of control or cause any problems during the mix. You can just turn up the overhead mic’s and the cymbals just slot in effortlessly! I couldn’t be happier to call myself a Red artist!”. 

JOSH THEUNISSEN

 

Josh picked up sticks at the age of 4 years of age! His drumming education journey started at the age of 5. He showed such an enthusiasm for drumming that his parents took him to a drum teacher who initially didn’t want to teach someone so young but after giving him a shot on the drums decided that his natural ability outweighed their reservations about teaching him.

Josh has dedicated the majority of his playing to church related events and is on the music team in his church however he also enjoys playing the drums at Red Drum Sheds and sharing tips and giving mini lessons to drummers at Red Cymbal community events.

 

LEITH DEVILLIERS

 

 

Leith is the drummer for “Atlas And The Attic” based in Brisbane and been playing drums for about 10 years. He has toured throughout Australia and are in the process of recording their latest EP release. Leith also plays in church at Hope Centre in Brisbane

Leith also proudly endorses Heartbeat/Red drum sticks.

Check out Leith’s INSTAGRAM and give him a follow.

 

LEVI MARLAND - QUEENSLAND

 

LIAM BRADFORD

 

Liam from Melbourne, started drumming in 2014, at seven years of age.   
He has had weekly lessons with his drumming idol, Shane ‘Russ’ Russell from Twelve Foot Ninja, since he saw them play at The Village Green when he was just ten years old and has also had regular lessons with other prominent Australian drummers Lucius Borich and Dane Pulvirenti. 
Liam’s biggest musical influences are Twelve Foot Ninja, TOOL, Ihlo, Voyager, Caligula’s Horse and Leprous. 
He is currently involved in a range of musical collaborations, jamming writing with the Rock Academy Australia and studying music at Rowville Secondary College (Institute of the Arts).

Liam posts incredible content on YouTube and Instagram, so check out his content and give him a follow/subscribe!
Liam also uses Chaos 5B drumsticks.

 

Luke Kenney

MARDI HOGAN - ADELAIDE SOUTH AUSTRALIA

 

Mardi is a self-described “late-starter”, who discovered a love of drumming as an adult and is a wonderful ambassador for drumming!  We love the example that she sets and her passion for learning.

Starting out in a Rock Pop cover band 3 years ago, Mardi has since been drawn towards playing Acoustic, Soul and Blues with bands, “Easy Tiger” and “Deja Blue”. Mardi is a student at Adelaide Drum Academy with plans to study Music Performance (Drums) at The Adelaide College of the Arts in 2020. 

Mardi is a strong advocate for pursing your passion for music at any stage of life and for supporting and valuing learning as a lifelong pursuit.

Check out Mardi’s profiles at: Instagram Hey Drums Facebook 

 

MATT WANDEN

Matt is a Melbourne based drummer who with his passionate and fun stage presence, is the drummer for the pop punk band Distracted By Pink. Most of Matt’s drumming experience comes from playing in churches and through jamming with friends and his highly musical family. As well as playing with his band, Matt is also a passionate worship leader mostly playing guitar but we all know his true passion will always be drumming which he commonly plays during Plantroom worship nights in Hurstbridge.

 

MATTHEW MORGAN - QUEENSLAND

MIKE PALMER

MITTA NORATH - TOMMIROCK STUDIO NEWCASTLE 

 

MORGAN DOUGLAS

From corner hotels to stadiums, Morgan has hit the stage with artists of all styles and genres. Working as a session drummer for over 20 years, Morgan was formally trained from the age of 12, also joinning Australian ska band 'The Frugals', leading him into a heavy touring schedule throughout Australia and New Zealand all before the age of 17.
In 2001, Morgan began a Bachelor of Contemporary Music (studying under Australian jazz legend Dave Sanders) and started playing professionally as a session musician for many local and international artists.
In recent years, Morgan has performed, toured and recorded with some of Australia's top artists and musicians including Stan Walker (Australian Idol winner), Rick Fenn (10cc), Russ Walker (Brisbane singing sensation) and has performed in countless bands, ensembles and duos for companies such as Coca-Cola, Bundaberg Rum and Levis Jeans group. Morgan is also a member of hugely successful corporate band 'Jukebox Dynamite' who have recently performed at functions for Toyota, Crown Casino, O’Brien Group Arena and the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival.
You can also find Morgan playing at Stairway Church with Stairway Music most Sundays. From playing to over 15,000 people in Marvel Stadium to hotel poolside recordings in Cambodia, Morgan and Stairway Music make music with purpose and a message of hope.
After moving to Melbourne in 2014, Morgan quickly established himself as a 'first call' session drummer and has cemented his place in the Melbourne music scene with a busy gigging and recording schedule.
Follow Morgan on Instagram @morgsondrums

NATHAN HOLDCROFT - WESTERN AUSTRALIA

NATHAN SWENSON - QUEENSLAND

Nathan’s love for drums started as soon as he could hold two pencils in his hands. He would lie on the floor in in church playing along with the band on his Mum’s shoes. From that day his passion for drumming has grown.

Nathan first played in church at 3 years old on a junior kit beside the full size kit and has always been obsessed with the sound of cymbals. Nathan has a passion to use his gift to inspire others in worship. As well as being a faithful part of his church creative team at Lifeplace Springwood in Logan (Queensland Australia), he has played for Youth Alive United We Stand and assists other church’s creative teams.

Nathan is excited to join the Red Cymbal family and to continue to serve God and others wherever he can.

You can catch Nathan’s drum covers on his YouTube Channel. Check out his channel and subscribe to see more amazing content!

 

NICK MARTIN - QUEENSLAND

PAUL COLLINSON

Paul Collinson started his drumming journey at around 12 getting lessons in his home town of Adelaide. He also learned piano, trumpet and music theory…but drums were his passion from an early age.

Paul has spent many years playing drums for school musicals, school jazz and performance bands later developing a passion for metal, playing for a number of bands in Adelaide’s music scene, including residencies at many of Adelaide’s leading venues like Heaven, The Planet, The Office, The Adelaide Casino and was a supporting artist at the Adelaide Grand Prix.

As well as his professional playing, Paul played most Sundays with his church worship team.  Again, this involved playing many different musical styles with many different musicians which helped Paul to develop his own strengths as a very musical drummer.

Paul’s involvement with church music teams, has opened up many international opportunities for him to play drums in many different churches and conferences around the world.  

Paul is currently the senior pastor of Extreme Life Church in Warrnambool, and is still part of the music team there as well as doing various studio sessions in Warrnambool and internationally as required.

 

PAUL HARDY

 

SAM RAYNER - MELBOURNE

Sam started drumming when he was 2 when he was given some drumsticks and took it further at 5 years old when he received his first drum kit. He played in church for the first time when he was 8 years old. In Newcastle he went to the Conservatorium of Music and then joined a plethora of local pop punk / heavy bands in Newcastle.

Sam plays the drums at Planetshakers Church in various Melbourne campuses and has had the privilege of playing at a number of countries around the world.

 

SAM YAP - MELBOURNE/WARRNAMBOOL

Sam is a Melbourne based drummer who has been hitting things since he was young, starting on pots and pans, then Sam moved to the drum kit in 2008 paying with his friends at school and in his local church. Sam has studied his Advanced Diploma in music and has had experience playing in various venues and with different set ups and a wide range of musicians. Currently he is part of an up and coming band called MYBE TMRW who have a growing fan base. Sam is looking to move to Warrnambool in the near future and start a drum school down there with the goal of teaching anyone that wants to give drums a go and to see how far they can take it.

Sam likes to play big cymbals with plenty of wash to them and a lovely dark tone to them. He currently plays: 16” Traditional Dark hats, 22” Traditional Dark crash, 24” Vertical light ride, and 26” light ride. Follow Sam on INSTAGRAM

 

SHANE TANE 

Over the past 20 years Shane Tane has been making a whole lot of waves in Sydney. His ability to fuse different genres such as rock, R&B, hip hop, and reggae, makes him one of the most well-known and respected drummers in Sydney today.

Shane’s credits span many areas of the music & recording business, including popular artists, television and multimedia. In this last decade alone, he has played with an array of renowned musicians, including Prinne Stevens & Letti McFarland, Jessica Mauboy, Guy Sebastian, Rikki-Lee, Nathaniel, Che-fu, Voli K, Ben Sekali and Karen Murphy, Musiq Soulchild, J Boog, Katchafire, Che-fu & The Creates, Fiji, CDB, Coolio, Gary Pinto, Lomez Brown and Israel Starr.

Check out Shane on INSTAGRAM

 

STEVE MARIN - SYDNEY - VENENO

Born into a musical family, Steve began playing music at the age of 6 and quickly developed his skills as a musician. He became a professional musician at age 14.

After learning wind and stringed instruments, Steve dedicated himself to playing drums & percussion, specialising in Afro-Latin music. He established himself as one of Australia’s most respected drummers and multi-instrumentalists.

In 1998, Steve was part of the New South Wales youth Orchestra. Later that year, he joined the Musica Viva in Schools program which comprised of 200 shows per year for primary and secondary schools across Australia. Steve studied at the Conservatorium of Music, Australia in 2000 under the tuition of Fabian Hevia, (Jazz Outreach Program). In 2003 he joined Dirty Dancing, the musical. The show toured Australia for 13 months and the UK for 2 years in which he recorded the Cast Album which went platinum in the UK. 

Steve has played with and supported such bands as Kelis (USA), Ozomatli (USA), Cubanismo (Cuba), Elio Reve (Cuba), Los Van Van (Cuba), Los Lobos (USA), Sharon Jones and the Dapkings (USA), Africando (Africa), Illapu (Chile), Australian Idol winner Damien Leith, Veneno, Barefoot Divas, Diana Rouvas, Pato Lara, Tigramuna, IOTA, Smoke and mirrors, Cabaret the musical, Dirty Dancing on stage (Australian tour), The Bodyguard musical and many others throughout Australia, England, Belgium, Italy, Canada, USA, France and New Zealand. Steve has played at festivals including Pole Pole (France), Continental Drifts (UK), Hong Kong Arts Festival, Knockengorroch (Scotland), Jambalaya (NZ), Byron Bay Bluesfest (AUS), Sydney Festival and many others around the world.

Steve has been a core member and co director of Veneno for 17 years and continues to be recognized as a leading light in the Australian music industry.

 

STUART ANDERSON - AMNESIA BLUES BAND

 

"After a brief and ultimately fruitless dalliance with the bagpipes, Stuart started playing drums at age 12. The first decade of his playing career was spent playing confrontational punky blues and overly dramatic hard rock. After a 10 year break from live performance in which he 'got a real job,' Stuart returned to playing live with Amnesia Blues Band. With two albums released (the most recent, Hailstone, in June 2019) and the honour of being awarded "Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society Vic/Tas Band Of The Year 2016," Amnesia Blues Band are arguably the most successful blues band to come out of Gippsland in decades.
Stuart's other projects include an original pop-rock songwriting collaboration called "202" and two cover bands made up of GPs from across Australia who go by "The Euthymics" for the 7-piece version and "The Cheeky Docs" as a 14-piece band.
Stuart can be recognised by his selection of paisley shirts, gigging hats and home made drums.
Stuart can be found at: www.stuartanderson.com.au
Amnesia Blues Band: www.amnesiabluesband.com
Stuart's cymbal set up is:
Main Kit: 22" traditional custom light ride, 18" traditional crash, 18" leopard crash, 15" desert hats, 8' china splash.
Cocktail kit: 13" van der jazz hats, 18" bright hybrid crash/ride. 

 

TOM CHRISTIE - BRISBANE AUSTRALIA

Tom is a Melbourne based drummer with a diverse range of musical experiences over his 15+ years of drumming including: Ellery Cohen, Bek Doery, Remission Theory, Youth Alive Victoria Main Event, Henry Seeley, ACC VIC State Conference and Hillsong Melbourne campuses.

With a preference for big washy cymbals, Tom plays Traditional series cymbals: 18" hats, 23" crash, 24" crash, 26" ride.

Tom also uses 64 ears and Vater 5B sticks.

Check out Tom’s YouTube Channel and Instagram

 

THOMAS ENGLAND

Thomas is a Brisbane based drummer who after deciding to pick up drums in high school, found his passion for drums flourish when worshipping Jesus. 

Since then he’s been a part of the worship team at Riverlife Baptist Church and drumming for multiple different projects including Brisbane worship duo “Sanctuary Co.” and a set of four seasons based EPs coming out across 2021 with ‘The Society Collective’ in which Thomas operates as Co-Founder and Creative Team Lead. But his biggest passion will always be seeing the prophetic anointing that comes from the drums during any form of worship. 

Thomas Currently uses a wide variety of Red Cymbals including the 18’’ Dark HiHats, 22’’ Traditional and Dark Traditional Crashes and 24’’ Dark Traditional and Vertical Series Rides. 

 

MAX MERY

When Max was 14 the drum bug bit, and it bit hard. Starting his drumming at church, Max prayed to God and said he wanted to play drums for his glory. He developed his style of gospel drumming, playing fast up tempo songs, through to powerful worship ballads. "The responsibility of a gospel drummer is ensuring you open your heart up too what God and the holy spirt are going to do in the moment". Born in Chile, Max brings his Latino roots to all the music he plays. Having a 30yr drum journey so far, it has seen Max have extensive live and recording opportunities. Max is currently the drummer in Raised. A powerful band with a message of hope and encouragement. You can watch them on YouTube under Raised Music.
As part of the Red family Max has grown very fond of the Bright Hybrid series cymbals, and will be using them live and in the studio with Raised.

THOMAS MOLI

Thomas’ story: “Less than 3 years ago I was a chasing a total different dream to become a professional Rugby League player but ended up going down a different path (IYKYK) lol. The amount of regrets are crazy but I wouldn’t change it for anything. If one door had never closed the other door would’ve never opened. I’ve played drums since the age of 9 but never really looked into it as something I would pursue later on down the track. I believe in every situation life throws at us, God has something better planned ahead. Nothing but honour & glory back to him! Special thanks to Red Cymbals for helping me choose the right cymbals for my sound. I am proud to be a part of the #redcymbals familia #OneStepCloser”

Check out Thomas’ socials and give him a follow! INSTAGRAM YouTube

TIM COGHILL - MELBOURNE.

Tim is a composer, producer and drummer, from Melbourne Australia. Tim drums with The CB3 and has worked with artists such as Matt Corby, Tina Arena, Harry Angus (Cat Empire) and Paris Wells, having performed, recorded and toured extensively over the past 12 years. As a composer he has written commissioned works for the Hobart Chamber Orchestra, contemporary classical group Opus House, and the Xyris saxophone quartet written, recorded and produced his own EPs and album which can be heard at www.timothycoghillmusic.bandcamp.com Tim has taught composition, songwriting, theory and musicianship and has co-written with Matt Corby, Lisa Salvo, Baptiste, Joel & Ally Dowling, and Zii.

 

TRISTAN SAMPSON

Music is in Tristan’s blood with a family laden with a world champ beatboxer, composer and conductor, multi-instrumentalist, a producer and composer and a British popstar. Tristan is the self-appointed Chopless Drummer (see his Instagram!), an ‘old soul’ musically who followed his fathers footsteps into drumming. Tristan loves to lay down a solid groove and sit in the pocket.
Currently concentrating his time writing new material in his new original acoustic/rock band @overdue and sitting in with a few bands around Adelaide. Tristan plays an array of Bright Hybrid and Traditional cymbals.