Clann An Drumma
| Clann An Drumma | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Glasgow, Scotland |
| Genres | Drums & pipes |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Associated acts | Albannach |
| Website | www.clannandrumma.com |
| Members |
Davy Carney Alan Lamb Alastair Reid Jamie Stewart Dougie Wilkinson Martin Brandon |
Clann An Drumma, Scots Gaelic for "Children of the Drum" is a tribal band from Glasgow, Scotland. Clann An Drumma was formed by Joe Kilna MacKenzie, Jacquie Holland and Tu-Bardh Stormcrow Wilson among others. Their line-up has changed over the years.
Their music involves heavy use of percussion and Highland bagpipes. The band's motto is "Keep it Tribal".
One of their more well-known pieces is "Sgt. MacKenzie". It was composed by Joe MacKenzie in memory of his great grandfather, Charles Stuart MacKenzie, who died bravely in battle during World War I. "Sgt. MacKenzie" is perhaps a departure from their normal style, as its drumming and piping are subdued and it is primarily a vocal piece. It was featured in the soundtrack to the 2002 film, We Were Soldiers and also in the movie End of Watch. To date the band has released a total of five studio albums.
Joe Kilna MacKenzie died after a long illness, on 28 April 2009.
Current members
- Dougie Wilkinson – Bagpipes, Tin whistle, Vocals
- Jamie Stewart – Lead drums, Percussion
- Alastair Reid – Bass drum
- Davy Carney – Bass drum, Vocals
- Alan Lamb – Lead drums, Percussion
- Martin Brandon – Drums
Discography
Studio albums
- Tried & True (2001)
- Keep It Tribal (2002)
- Tribal Eyes (2004)
- Tribal Heart (2007)
- Bloodline (2013)
Live albums
- Tribal Waves (2004)
- Raw (2012)
Compilation albums
- Tribal Vortex (2004)