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Rodrigo

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About Rodrigo

Hi, I'm Rodrigo, a versatile drummer based in East London with a deep passion for rhythm and feel that goes from punk to Jazz and more!
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London

With experience in different fields such as Sound Engineering, Music Production, scoring, promoting and Live performance, I enjoy bringing dynamic energy to diverse musical settings from studio to live shows and more. I’ve played with various projects, from jazz ensembles and function bands to original artists and recording sessions, always focusing on delivering tight, expressive, and musical drumming. Whether it’s locking in with a rhythm section or elevating a live show, my approach is all about groove, creativity, and connection.

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Rodrigo's Reviews

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Sébastien L
1 year ago, for a Recording session in London
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5 out of 5

As an independent singer-songwriter, I had the pleasure of working with Rodrigo on my EP "A Common Day". He played a pivotal role in leading the project from start to finish with brilliance and dedication. Rodrigo’s contributions were multifaceted: he served as both recording and mixing engineer, as well as a musician in the creation of the EP. He also took charge of organizing everything, from connecting with other musicians, scheduling meetings, and securing a studio, to handling payments and ensuring all terms were fair and clear. On a more personal level, Rodrigo offered invaluable guidance, bringing the patience and empathy needed to navigate the emotional and financial challenges of such an ambitious project. Based on my experience, I wholeheartedly recommend Rodrigo for his outstanding skills, as well as for the integrity and professionalism he brings to any collaboration. He is not only highly talented but also a trustworthy and enjoyable partner to work with. Sébastien Lécuyer

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Rita L
1 year ago, for a Recording session in London
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5 out of 5

Apart from being an extremely kind and generous human being, Rodrigo is also the coolest drummer to work with! His musicality spreads across a huge variety of genres, cultures, and technique. He’s so fun to play with and always suggesting arrangement & composition ideas to help perfect a song.

Rodrigo's Song list

Jazz Standards:
- All Blues
- All of me
- All the things you are
- A night in Tunisia
- Autumn Leaves
- Black Coffee
- Body and Soul
- Bye bye blackbird
- Cherokee
- Deluge
- Donna Lee
- Four
- Geo Rose
- Grooving High
- It could happen to you
- Joy Spring
- Lady bird
- Little B's Poem
- Lullaby to a fading star
- Maiden Voyage
- Minority
- Misty
- Nica's dream
- Oleo
- Round midnight
- Sincerely Diana
- Speak no Evil
- Stella by Starlight
- Stolen moments
- Take 5
- There will never be another you
- Totem pole
- Watermelon man
- Windows
- Yardbird suite
- You don't know what love is
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Soul, Funk & Disco
- 99 Pounds - Ann Pebles
- ABC - The Jackson 5
- Ain't no mountain High Enough - Marvin Gaye
- At Last - Etta James
- Chain of Fools - Aretha Franklin
- Come Together - The Beatles
- Don't you want me - Dare!
- Feelin' alright - Joe Cocker
- Feeling good - Nina Simone
- Get on the floor - Michael Jackson
- Get up I feel like being a sex machine - James Brown
- Get up Offa that thing - James Brown
- Got to be real - Cheryl Lynn
- Hard to handle - Otis Reding
- Hey Jude - The Beatles
- Home is where the hatred is - Gil Scott-Heron
- Honky tonk women - The Rolling Stones
- I got you (I Feel good) - James Brown
- I heard it Through the Grapevine - Marvin Gaye
- I just want to make love to you - Etta James
- I'm so exited - The pointed sisters
- I wanna be your lover - Prince
- I want to take you Higher - Sly & the Family Stone
- Kiss - Prince
- Lady Marmalade - Cristina Aguilera
- Lady's night - Kool & the Gang
- Like Sugar - Chaka Khan
- Love the one you're with - The Isley Brothers
- Miss You - The Rolling Stones
- Nights over Egypt - The Jones girls
- Nutbush city limits - Tina Turner
- Rescue me - Fontella Bass
- Respect - Aretha Franklin
- Right place wrong time- Dr. John
- Rock Steady - Aretha Franklin
- Rock With You - Michael Jackson
- Slipped, tripped and fell in love - Ann Peebles
- Somebody else's guy - Jocelyn Brown
- Street life - Randy Crawford
- Take me to the river - Al Green
- Tell me - Etta James
- The Sweetest Taboo - Sade
- Think - Aretha Franklin
- Tonight - Suzy Q
- Valerie - Mark Ronson & Amy Winehouse
- What a man - Linda Lyndell
- What you won't do for love - Bobby Caldwell
- You never can tell - Chuck Berry
- You're no good - Linda Ronstadt
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Rock:
- Banquet - Bloc Party
- Blackest eyes - Porcupine Tree
- Californication - Red Hot Chilli Peppers
- Dream on - Aerosmith
- Enter Sandman - Metallica
- Everywhere - Fleetwood Mac
- Fortunate son - Creedence Clearwater Revival
- Give it Away - Red Hot Chilli Peppers
- Highway Star - Deep Purple
- Highway to hell - AC/DC
- Hotel California - Eagles
- I love Rock 'N Roll - Joan Jett
- Joker and the thief - Wolfmother
- Killing in The name - Rage against the Machine
- Last Nite - The Strokes
- Let's go crazy - Prince
- My Sharona - The Knack
- My way - Limp Bizkit
- More than a feeling - Boston
- Red House - Jimmy Hendrix
- Reptilia - The Strokes
- Should I stay or should I go - The Clash
- Smoke on the water - Deep Purple
- Sultans of swing - Dire Straits
- Stairway to heaven - Led Zeppelin
- Take a look around - Limp Bizkit
- The chain - Fleetwood Mac
- Tom Sawyer - Rush
- Whole Lotta love - Led Zeppelin
- Zombie - The Cranberries
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R&B/Pop:
- Always On Time - Ja Rule, Ashanti
- Been caught stealing - Jane's Addiction
- Bitte Sweet symphony - The Verve
- Candy - Cameo
- Crazy in love Ft. Jay Z - Beyonce
- Didn't cha know - Erykah Badu
- Doo wop (That thing) - Ms. Lauryn Hill
- Foolish - Ashanti
- Gypsy Woman - Crystal Waters
- Hey Ya! - Outkast
- Killing me softly With His Song - Fugees
- Love like this - Faith Evans
- Man! I feel like a woman! - Shania Twain
- No Diggity - Blackstreet, Dr. Dre
- No scrubs - TLC
- Naughty Girl - Beyonce
- On & On - Erykah Badu
- Pony - Ginuwine
- Rude Boy - Rihanna
- Rock Dj - Robbie Williams
- Rock your body - Justin Timberlake
- Say My name - Destiny's child
- Shoop - Salt-n-Pepa
- SpottieOttieDopaliscious - Outkast
- Survivor - Destiny's Child
- What's Luv? Ft. Ashanti - Fat Joe
- What's going on - Marvin Gaye
- You make me feel like dancing - Leo Sayer

Rodrigo's Prices

Last updated: 2025

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£100
Up to 1 hour£160
Up to 2 hours£300
Up to 3 hours£450
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My versatility on drums allows me to perform a wide spectrum of different genres with the ability to play, switch between styles and improvise in real time. My knowledge in diverse musical fields also allows me to communicate efficiently with musicians, engineers, producers, artists, staff, etc.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

93 Feet East Blues Kitchen Shoreditch Camden Assembly Chandos Arms Colour Factory Fidler's Elbow Gottwood Festival Pizza Express Holborn Poster Haus Power Plant Southbank Centre The Greyhound The Juniper pub The Muddy Puddle The Queens Head Upstairs at the Ritzy Notting Hill Arts Club

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Amon Tobin Antonio Sánchez Art Blakey Ashley Henry Badbadnotgood Ca7riel Amoroso Doechii Ella Fitzgerald Gavin Harrison Gorillaz Massive Attack Nala Sinephro Pond Porcupine Tree Rush Sade Strawberry alarm clock Tony Williams Tyler, the creator

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

Gottwood Festival Main stage 2024 playing drums with Sweet Mess

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

I always try to be flexible and work as we go. If there are any changes, letting me know in advance allows me to prepare better.

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

Absolutely! I can provide ipod music for free or a DJ service for an extra fee

How much time do you need to set up?

Deppends on the event, The backline available and what I'm playing. I can usually setup my Drumkit Breakables on a house kit in 5 minutes.

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

You can pick anything from my set list. Letting me know in advance is great help just in case I need to review some of the songs you request.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

I am able to source all kinds of audio equipment but this will obviously come with a rental fee.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

I can learn specific songs as long as the request is done beforehand, depends on the type of music and the amount of songs but the more time I have to study them, the better my performance will be. Even though is not an ideal situation, I have manage to learn 2h+ sets in one evening (just as a reference)
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Genres:
Jazz, Christmas, Electronic, Breakbeat, Deep house, Electro-Swing, Drum 'n' Bass, Electronica, House, Techno, Jungle, Industrial, Triphop, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Blues, Jazz fusion, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Swing, Experimental, Originals, Pop, Covers, Hip Hop, Soul, Top 40, Disco, Funk, Motown, Funk rock, R&B, Vintage, Rock, Alternative rock, Britpop, Classic rock, Hard rock, Pop rock, Indie, Post rock, Power rock, Synth rock, Rock 'n' Roll, Punk rock, Progressive rock, Bossa nova, Brazilian music, Caribbean music, Cuban music, Cumbia, Latin, Salsa, Reggae, Samba, Ska
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Event types:
Bar / Club / Venue event, Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Arranger, Audio engineer, Composer, Lyricist, Orchestrator, Producer, Songwriter, Sound technician, Drum technician, Transcription, Ableton Live, Fluent improviser, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching
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