Sean Hutchinson

Platinum Session Drummer

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Grammy Winner + Multi-Platinum Studio Drummer: Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Lana Del Rey, Bleachers, Kendrick Lamar, Florence & the Machine, Doja Cat, Carly Rae Jepsen, Lorde, The Chicks, Bruce Springsteen, Diana Ross, Robyn, The 1975, Weyes Blood, Tame Impala, Maren Morris, Japanese Breakfast, Royal Otis, Cathedrals, and many others.

Custom Drum Tracks by Grammy-Winning & Platinum-Selling Session Drummer. Tracks will arrive fully edited, and can be layered with Drum Samples and/or Auxiliary Percussion. World-Class Mic and Preamp selection, including 16 mic options along with printed Efx Busses. Tracks delivered via your choice Stems, Multitrack, Protools Session, or all of the above.

More About Sean:
As a first-call Session Drummer, Sean has worked with some of the most notable artists of the 21st century, racking up Billions of Streams, Platinum Records, and dozens of Billboard Global #1 Hits.

Sean works primarily from his home studio in Brooklyn, Hutchinson Sound, where his Remote Recordings can be heard on major label recordings including Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Lana Del Rey, Diana Ross, Carly Rae Jepsen, and Bleachers.

Sean Hutchinson is a Touring & Recording member of the band Bleachers (2014-Present) and has been an active force on the New York City music scene since arriving in 2007. Over the years, Sean has shared the stage with the likes of Jeff Tweedy, Rufus Wainwright, St. Vincent, Clairo, Phoebe Bridgers, Haley Williams, Remi Wolf, Francis & the Lights, Darren Criss, Blu Detiger, and many others.

Whatever the musical context may be, he brings his jazz training, dynamic approach, and intuitive musical sensibilities to serve the music in the best way possible.

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Languages

  • English

Endorse Sean Hutchinson71 Reviews - 15 Repeat Clients

  1. Review by Ann K.
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    This was our second time working together and he absolutely delivered again.

    Super easy to communicate with, quick turnaround, and just gets what the song needs. Nothing feels overplayed, everything sits right and adds to the track in a really natural way.
    He played on a few songs for an upcoming album and brought a great feel and consistency across all of them. Also gave us extra takes and options which made things really easy on the production side.

    Look forward to working again soon!

  2. Review by Jonathan P.
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    Working with Sean was a fantastic experience. He was professional, reliable, fast, and very easy to communicate with. The drum sounds are excellent, the playing is musical and tasteful, and he really helped elevate the overall level of my album.
    He was also flexible, kind, and understanding throughout the process, even when the material was still evolving. I’m genuinely very happy I worked with him and absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a top-level drummer! Cheers

  3. Review by Dean B.
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    Sean hits with an intentionality that snapped my thin demo into focus, replacing hesitation with a snare crack that sounds like a warning shot.

  4. Review by Linus C.
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    Excellent drummer! Quick and responsive,!

  5. Review by Gerardo
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    I worked with Hutch on 4 songs. They all came out incredible. I recommend him 10/10

  6. Review by KYLE E.
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    Amazing drummer and had lightning fast delivery!

  7. Review by Dean B.
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    Hutch is the kind of drummer who makes you want to apologize to your metronome for ever doubting it. I came to him with a track that needed to feel like a high-speed chase through a glass menagerie, and he provided the perfect balance of 'don't-break-anything' precision and 'burn-the-house-down' energy.

  8. Review by Justine G.
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    Sean is amazing!!! He brought so much energy to the track. Changed the whole vibe. Cannot recommend working with him enough.

  9. Review by Jim W.
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    Always incredible performance! Pleasure working with Sean every single time.

  10. Review by Gerardo
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    Sean is an outstanding musician. I worked with him on a previous track (repeat client here) and after hearing his artistry, groove, pocket and intuition, I decided to include him in another one.

    His file delivery is clean and everything is labeled properly. His recording technique is immaculate. And the best part of all, his playing always serves the emotional arc of the song and clearly has the utmost professional intention behind it.

    10/10 would recommend. Will be working with him again.

  11. Review by Gerardo
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    Sean is a true musical genius. His playing is very emotional, and his timing is impeccable. His sense of arrangement for drums is on a different level, and if you're looking for a drummer that will elevate the production not just with technical prowess but also by serving the emotional arc of your music, Hutch is the guy. 10/10 would recommend.

  12. Review by Mattia
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    Sean is a true professional. He did an excellent job on the first version, and I didn’t need any revisions.
    5 STARSSSSSS

  13. Review by KYLE E.
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    Hutch made this track amazing! Would definitely recommend. He delivered amazing drums really quick. Would definitely work with him again!

  14. Review by Greg W.
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    Sean was very responsive, honest about his timeline and very friendly. He made the whole process feel seamless on my end and his performance, takes and exporting files were top notch!

  15. Review by Eve
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    Sean works super professionally. Really great job.He's very easy to communicate with.

  16. Review by Ann K.
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    Working with Sean was fantastic from start to finish. He’s an exceptional drummer and total pro—great communication, quick turnaround, and incredible feel. He immediately understood the vision and elevated the track with energy and precision.

    Sean delivered multiple takes and detailed stems that made the mix process seamless. We absolutely love how it turned out and look forward to working with him again soon!

  17. Review by Robin R.
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    Sean never disappoints, always a pleasure!

  18. Review by SurpriseCircle
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    Sean nails it every time! super quick, great sound, big groove!
    what else do you want?!

  19. Review by Robin R.
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    Amazing playing, very fast communication, a dream to work with Sean!

  20. Review by Evans H.
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    A master at his art !

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I was the Drummer, Engineer, Programmer in this production

Gear Highlights
  • Istanbul Agop Cymbal Endorser
  • Vintage Drums & Snare Options
  • Mics: Vintage Neumann U47
  • U87's
  • Coles 4038
  • Telefunkin AR51
  • Beyer M201
  • Sennheiser 421
  • Shure Beta52a
  • Beta 91
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