Hire Aidan John | Drummer in Totnes

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From£225

1 hour

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Overgrown - Live At The Barrelhouse

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Nature Lures Me - Live @ Avalon Priory, Equinox

About Aidan

Versatile Drummer & Percussionist | Live Performance • Recording • Touring • Improvisation

Drummer

Totnes

Versatile drummer and percussionist with experience across festivals, touring productions, street theatre, recording sessions, live events, and improvised music. Performing with artists and projects including Spark! Led Drummers, Lion Bones, Anna Ling, Billie Maree, Flo Fields, The Urban Druids, Los Costureros, and the Love Jam community, Aidan brings a sensitive, groove-focused approach rooted in listening, adaptability, and musical connection. Available for live performances, recording projects, touring, and creative collaborations.

Aidan's Prices

Last updated: 2026

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Duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£125
Up to 1 hour	£225
Up to 2 hours	£300
Up to 3 hours	£437.50

All prices include:All bookings include preparation and learning of any agreed material in advance, as well as a professional, reliable performance tailored to the context of the event. I can perform pre-selected songs and arrangements where required, and adapt my playing to suit different styles, atmospheres, and audience settings. This includes working from reference tracks or agreed setlists, and shaping the performance to support the music or production. Where appropriate, I can also contribute creatively to live interpretation, groove development, or improvisational elements, drawing from experience in both live music and street theatre environments. All performances are delivered with full attention to dynamics, presence, and the needs of the project in the moment.

Customer questions

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

If timings change after booking, I’ll always do my best to accommodate where possible. I understand events can shift during planning, so I stay flexible when I can. If the new timing is significantly different or affects other commitments, we can look at options together, including adjusting the fee if additional time or changes are required.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes, I can provide background music before and between sets where required, using curated playlists or a device provided by the event.

How much time do you need to set up?

Setup time depends on the nature of the event and the equipment provided. As a general guide, I require around 30–60 minutes to set up a drum kit and soundcheck when using a standard stage setup or house equipment. For more complex performances, I may require up to 60–90 minutes to ensure everything is properly prepared and balanced.

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

Yes, absolutely.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

I can bring my own equipment where required, including drum kit and/or percussion, depending on the nature of the performance. Where a house kit or backline is available, I’m also very comfortable using provided equipment. Specific requirements can be agreed in advance to suit the event and setup.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes, absolutely, please factor in an agreed cost between us both due to rehearsal time required to prepare.

Musicianship

Genres:

Jazz fusion, Electronic, Ambient, Breakbeat, Deep house, Drum 'n' Bass, Dubstep, EDM, Electro-Swing, Electronica, Garage, House, IDM, Ibiza club, Industrial, Jungle, Techno, Triphop, 1990s era music, 1980s era music, 1970s era music, 1960s era music, Folk, Ceilidh, Folk rock, Irish rock, Rockabilly, Country, Traditional English folk, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Welsh folk, Jazz, Blues, Gypsy jazz, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Swing, Gospel, Cabaret, Avant garde, Experimental, Light music, Easy listening, Originals, Noise music, Marching, Pop, Acoustic, Ambient pop, Americana, Covers, Disco, Funk, Funk rock, Hip Hop, Motown, R&B, Soul, Top 40, Tribute, Vintage, Rock, Alternative rock, Britpop, Classic rock, Glam rock, Hard rock, Indie, Pop rock, Post rock, Power rock, Progressive rock, Punk rock, Rock 'n' Roll, Synth rock, Heavy metal, Hardcore, World music, Afrobeat, African music, Arabic, Argentinian, Armenian, Asian music, Balkan, Bossa nova, Brazilian music, Calypso, Caribbean music, Cuban music, Cumbia, Flamenco, Greek music, Israeli dance music, Indian music, Italian music, Klezmer, Latin, Punjabi music, Reggae, Salsa, Samba, Ska, South Asian fusion, South Asian music, Spanish music, Tango

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Instruments:

Drums, Djembe, Percussion

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Event types:

Concert, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Church service, Funeral / Memorial service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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Other skills:

Songwriter, Drum technician, Accompanist, Fluent improviser, Instrumental teaching

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