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Tom Triggs

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Professional recording and touring drummer with over 13 years of experience within the music industry.
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High Wycombe
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Tom is a professional recording and touring multi-instrumentalist with over 13 years of experience within the music industry. He is the drummer of London's desert-rock trio The Howlers, a session musician, and a dedicated and active member of the Musicians Union. Over the past decade, Tom has created music that has featured frequently across regional and national radio. Some of his most notable placements have appeared on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 6, Radio X, BBC Introducing, Classic Rock, and Amazing Radio UK. However, Tom's music has also been featured on the continent and abroad on stations such as Amazing Radio USA, KINK, Oui FM, Radio Rock Italia, and Indie XL. He has also enjoyed successful sync deals with BBC Sport, TalkSport, BBC One (Match Of The Day), BBC Two (Women's Euros Coverage), Fox (Sports Coverage), and more. His contributions to radio and TV have seen him tour relentlessly across the UK & Europe. In addition to headline shows, Tom has supported prolific artists such as Black Honey, Tom Meighan, The Blockheads, The Kills, The Blue Stones, Sunset Sons, and The Subways. He has also performed at most of the UK’s largest music festivals, including Reading and Leeds, Isle of Wight, Y Not?, TRNSMT, Victorious, and Sheffield Tramlines. Tom has a comprehensive understanding of songcraft. Over the years, his professionalism and adept recording practices have seen him session for successful bands and musicians including Starsailor, Toria Richings, Marlee, Kat Savvas, The Garage Flowers, and The Filthy Piece. He has also tracked at prestigious studios across the UK. For example, Tom has experience with live and multi-track recordings at Peter Gabriel’s Real World Studios. Most recently, he recorded a live session at Metropolis Studios in London. His previous works have also seen him make records at Monnow Valley, The Premises Studios, Echo Zoo Studios, and Livingston Studios.

Tom's Reviews

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Lee, S
8 years ago

Really enjoyed my first lesson with Thomas. As a complete novice, he articulated things really well in a way that I understood. In turn I was able to pick it up fairly quickly. Would definitely recommend booking some lessons with him if you’re interested in learning drums. Thanks again, looking forward to booking more lessons in the future.

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Matthew S

Tom is a great teacher who has really helped me to develop my understanding of music theory. He listens to my ideas and works with me to ensure I am comfortable with the technical details.

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Tom's Song list

Indie Rock:
How Long - The Howlers
I Need Your Love - The Howlers
To Make A King - The Howlers
El Dorado - The Howlers
Further Down The Line - The Howlers
Lady Luck - The Howlers
Once Again - The Howlers
Nothing To Lose - The Howlers
When The Flowers Bloom Again - The Howlers
Nightbus To Croatia - Pistol Kings
Country Rock:
Cowboys Don't Cry - The Howlers
Hard Rock:
On The Run (Over You) - The Howlers
Sixes & Sevens - Natural Mystery Museum
Enter The Void - Natural Mystery Museum
Dead Friends - Natural Mystery Museum
Salt The Earth - Natural Mystery Museum
So Sweet - Natural Mystery Museum
We Don't Speak - Natural Mystery Museum
Dictator - Pistol Kings
Derelict Hotel - Pistol Kings
Stop Breaking All My Sh*t - Pistol Kings
Soft Rock:
If I (Could Lie) - Natural Mystery Museum
Forget Me Knots - Natural Mystery Museum
Pop Rock:
Baby - Paves
Classic Rock:
Beat The Gun - Paves
Take Me While I'm Here - Paves

Tom's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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)£62.50
Up to 1 hour£187.50
Up to 2 hours£312.50
Up to 3 hours£437.50
Packages
Alternative recording fee
Free recording session for 20% of PRS and PPL royalties.
£1.25
Recording day rate
Full-day recording fee.
£312.50
7-day Recording Session
The competitive rate for seven 8-hour days of recording.
£2000

Add-ons

Zoom Consultation and 3 New Songs Learned
+£125
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My 13 years of experience recording and touring across the UK and Europe have influenced my professionalism and adept practices on and off the drum kit. Years of studying and hard graft have informed my playing skills, repertoire, and multi-genre interests. I am always polite and work hard to put on a good show.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Reading and Leeds festival, Isle of Wight festival, YNot? Festival, Victorious Festival, Liverpool Sound City, The Great Escape, Sheffield Tramlines, Margate Wonderland, TRSNMT, O2 Indigo, O2 Academy Leicester, Electric Ballroom, Electric Brixton, The Jazz Cafe Camden, Stag and Dagger Festival, and many, many more.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Pinegrove, Dry the River, Arcane Roots, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Led Zeppelin, Queens of the Stone Age, Foo Fighters, Fleetwood Mac, John Mayer, City and Colour, Pink Floyd and so many more.

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

I sessioned with Starsailor at the Enjoy Music Festival in Aberdeen. However, I have also supported The Kills, The Blockheads, Tom Meighan, The Blue Stones, Sunset Sons, and many more.

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

I will always try my best to be as flexible as possible to ensure your event runs smoothly. If timings change, just let me know.

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

No, although curated Spotify playlists are an excellent way to keep your audience entertained between sets.

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually need 30 minutes to set up my drum kit before a performance.

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

I am happy to accommodate any song requests where appropriate.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, absolutely!

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

If a song isn't included in the set list, I am happy to learn it as soon as possible for an additional charge of £50.
Musicianship
Genres:
Rock, Alternative rock, Classic rock, Hard rock, Hardcore, Indie, Pop rock, Progressive rock, Rock 'n' Roll, Film / TV music, Ambient, 1980s era music, 1970s era music, 1990s era music, Folk, Folk rock, Country, Blues, Easy listening, Originals
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Event types:
Recording session, Concert, Corporate event, Private event, Theatre / Show, Cruise
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Other skills:
Audio engineer, Arranger, Composer, Songwriter, Sound technician, Drum technician, Accompanist, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching, Composition teaching
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