Drum Hangs are pleased to be able to offer the world's drumming community a completely immersive, interactive and informal experience harnessing the capabilities of Zoom.
Each week UK first-call session drummer, Neal Wilkinson, will be 'live from London' for a two hour broadcast where all participants can enjoy gaining immensely from Neal's insights into drums, music & drumming all gathered from a 40+ year career at the top.
In the second hour of each 'Hang' we often feature a special guest. These special guests don't necessarily have to be drummers. Special guests are chosen based on their contribution to music in real working situations, so they're able to give further insight into the music industry from their point of view.
All participants are encouraged to interact spontaneously throughout these sessions; being in the moment is a thing of beauty in life & music.
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Russ Gleason
For over 25 years, Russ has worked in the music industry in various sales, marketing and product management guises for many of the leading drum brands including Yamaha, Zildjian, Gretsch, DW, Paiste & LP.
As a drummer, Russ has performed at festivals, theatres, clubs & pubs internationally.
Russ has previously studied extensively with notable teachers including Jim Blackley, Allan Cox & Bob Armstrong.
Neal Wilkinson
Over the last 40 years, Neal has built an incredible reputation as a first call session drummer working with artists such as Van Morrison, Paul McCartney, James Morrison, Ray Charles, Annie Lennox and Joan Armatrading to name but a few. As well as working on many film soundtracks including Star Wars - ‘Return of the Jedi’ & Avengers ‘End Game’, Neal was also the drummer on the first series of American Idol and could also be seen on ITV’s X-Factor and BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing.
WHAT THE PRO'S ARE SAYING
DARREN WILLIAMS
Drum Hangs offers a simply amazing opportunity to learn and interact directly with legendary musicians. This really is an invaluable resource for all musicians to enjoy.
TRISTAN BANKS
It's great to be able to hang with some of the top drummers on the planet from the comfort of your own home.
Drum Hangs give their guests the chance to interact directly - they have nailed it!
CHARLIE MAGUIRE
Drum Hangs have the magic formula; Bring the best musicians in history together and allow participants an active role in the show.
A completely fresh approach to an old school hang.
BILL SANDERS
Neal Wilkinson proudly uses Bill Sanders practice pads on all Drum Hangs. Bill Sanders has a reputation that is unsurpassed. With the benefit of thirty years of research and development, these pads are the best, most flexible and hard wearing practice tools available to drummers and percussionists today.