Karl Brazil
Karl Brazil is a British session drummer. He is best known as the main drummer for the Welsh indie rock band Feeder,[1] but is often seen working with big name pop and rock artists, both on tour and in the studio. Brazil has become one of the top rated drummers around the United Kingdom due to his unique set up, using a right handed drum kit, despite being left-handed himself.[2]
Childhood
During his younger years, Karl happened to have quite the musical family, influenced by them at quite a young age. This caused Brazil to adapt quite easy to any playing style which is recommended to him by any band he happens to be playing for.[3]
Personal life
Although born in Wolverhampton[citation needed], he is a dedicated supporter of Birmingham City F.C..[4]
Instruments
Brazil currently uses Gretsch drum kits,[3] Sabian cymbals[4] and Roland electronic drums.[5]
Associated Acts
- Feeder[3]
- James Blunt[3]
- Take That[3]
- Robbie Williams[3]
- Leona Lewis[3]
- Natalie Imbruglia[3]
- Girls Aloud[3]
- Elton John[4]
- Westlife[4]
- Jason Mraz[3]
- James Morrison[3]
- Ben's Brother[6]
- Paloma Faith[3]
- Starsailor[3]
- Olly Murs[3]
- Alison Moyet[3]
Discography
References
- ↑ "What's On - Rock & Pop - Music: Karl Brazil's drumming up a Feeder frenzy". Birmingham Mail. 2010-07-30. Retrieved 2011-03-13.
- ↑ "Karl Brazil". Karl Brazil. Retrieved 2011-03-13.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 3.14 "Gretsch Drums | Artists". Retrieved 07/08/2013.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 "Karl Brazil | Sabian cymbals". Retrieved 07/08/2013.
- ↑ "Karl Brazil goes Hybrid with Roland". Retrieved 07/08/2013.
- ↑ "Karl Brazil Drums - Facebook". Retrieved 07/08/2013.