This year’s E-drum Labs at the UK Drum Show will feature a line-up of artists who represent the cutting edge of electronic drumming. The sessions are designed to highlight how technology is shaping new forms of performance, education, and musical expression.
The Artists and Their Innovations
- Adam Tuminaro will show how e-drums can expand a drummer’s toolkit for content creation and studio work. He focuses on practical applications of electronic percussion for modern musicians.
- David Haynes, a pioneer in the field, will demonstrate how he has redefined finger drumming as an art form. His session will focus on the unique rudiments and techniques he developed for creating grooves on pads.
- Lee Murray will present the use of e-drums in music education, particularly for students with special needs. His approach demonstrates the social impact of electronic percussion.
- Luke Oswald will share his workflow for integrating VSTs like Superior Drummer 3 and EZdrummer with live drumming. His work exemplifies how players can blend digital and acoustic elements in a modern set-up.
- Simon Edgoose will showcase the latest Yamaha DTX innovations, providing insights from his long-standing experience as a tech insider and demonstrator.
- Andy Gangadeen, who has worked with artists like M People and Duran Duran, will bring his experience as a hybrid drumming trailblazer to the stage. His sessions will focus on the power and versatility of combining electronic and acoustic drums.
- BiD Beresford, making his UK Drum Show debut, will explore the creative potential of electronic kits beyond simple mimicry. He combines live drumming with lighting, sound, and video to create an immersive, full-spectrum performance.
- Stephen Asamoah-Duah, who has toured the world working with the likes of John Legend, Koffee, Tems, DAVIDO and Asake, with demonstrate the innovative Zuldjian ALCHEM-E system.
Trends to Watch
The line-up at E-drum Labs highlights key trends in the electronic drumming world. Artists are moving beyond simply replicating acoustic sounds and are now using technology to explore new avenues in composition and performance. From using e-kits for content creation and education to integrating lighting and video for a multi-sensory experience, the sessions demonstrate the expanding role of electronic percussion in modern music.
Sessions and Opportunities
The E-drum Labs, part of this year’s UK Drum Show to be held on October 18 and 19 at ACC Liverpool, provide an opportunity to learn from these innovators and see the latest gear from companies including Alesis, Yamaha, Roland, Toontrack, and Akai. The sessions, produced by digitalDrummer editor Allan Leibowitz, are designed to educate and inspire drummers at every level.
Saturday, October 18
- 10:30 – Lee Murray
- 12:15 – BiD Beresford
- 13:45 – Simon Edgoose
- 15:45 – Adam Tuminaro
Sunday, October 19
- 10:30 – Luke Oswald
- 12:15 – David Haynes
- 13:45 – Stephen Asamoah-Duah
- 15:45 – Andy Gangadeen
For more details, keep an eye on the E-Drum Labs page on the UK Drum Show website.