AJ Rousell is a professional Drummer, Educator, Clinician, Author, and Drum Camp Founder based in Bristol (UK). AJ spent his early years developing his craft by studying at a variety of highly respected institutions and seeking lessons from some of the biggest names in drumming; including Benny Greb, JP Bouvet, Mike Johnston, Craig Blundell, Matt Halpern, and Robert Brian.

 

Having instantly fallen in love with music, AJ has expanded his experience by working with a variety of bands and solo artists, both in a live and studio setting. Having built a reputation as a reliable, diverse and skilled player, AJ is considered a regularly called upon musician.  

 

Artists & Bands that AJ has worked with:

Laura Evans  /  FirewoodIsland  /  Danny McMahon  /  Tina Boonstra  /  Natalie Holmes  /  Our Atlantic Roots  /  Amy Moore  /

Katie O'Malley (Katie & The Bad Sign)  /  Julia Loveless  /  Harvest Grapevine  /  Louisa Maria (Tequila Mockingbyrd)  / 

Holly Abraham  / CICI-ROSE  /  KALA CHNG  /  Beccy Farr  /  Ben Francis  /  Mexican Dave  /

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Various Theatre Productions including Oliver Twist, We Will Rock You, I Love You Because. 

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AJ is proudly supported by and endorsing Bosphorus Cymbals, Prologix Practice Pads, Vic Firth Drumsticks, Protection Racket Cases, Evans Drumheads, Cympad, Cosmic Ears Monitoring, and SkyGel Dampeners.

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Services offered;

- Drums or Percussion for your live Music performance

- Remote drum recordings for your tracks (recorded at AJ's Studio) 

- Recording drums for your songs at your studio of choice

- Drummer/Percussionist available for full tours or multiple  musical performances. 

- A full time position as drummer within your musical project (schedule dependant)