Views: 8 Author: MusicRadar Team Publish Time: 2020-12-24 Origin: MusicRadar
The best session/independent drummers of 2020, as voted for by you
Session players and independent drummers are some of the most respected in the game, hired for their skills, sound and feel, these rock 'n' roll consultants get picked to bring a specific flavour to the table.This year's nominations included everything from moonlighting rockstars to some of the tightest hired guns on the planet, to drummers who put out albums of their own compositions.
Steve Gadd
Some would argue that Steve Gadd drumming on a pizza box would be enough to qualify him for this category. But he also released a signature snare, recorded an album with Hermine Deurloo, put on loads of online clinics, gigs and hangs, and he managed to fit in some time with his old mate Eric Clapton to honour Ginger Baker. Oh, and he turned 75, here’s to you, Steve!
Kaz Rodriguez continues to go from strength-to-strength. In the last 12 months, he’s performed with The Bays, appeared on the cover of Rhythm with on e of his heroes, Simon Phillips, and, as we counted our votes, the UK chopsmeister completed a week of performing on Late Night With Seth Meyers. We think he deserves a week off.
Drummer’s solo albums can conjure all sorts of musical horrors, but Anika Nilles’ For A Colorful Soul is a tasteful and extremely musical collection. We love Anika’s dedication to not only presenting some inspiring music, but encouraging and sharing knowledge with her fans.
Matt Chamberlain is the session drummer’s session drummer. This year he appeared on Rough and Rowdy Ways with upstart hopeful songwriter, Bob Dylan, as well as Perfume Genius’ Set My Heart on Fire Immediately.
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