My top credits include, but aren't limited to: Grayson Russell (from Talladega Nights), Young Hearts Music, The Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra, Eleventh Hour Worship, Silverdale Worship, and Chris McDaniel Ministries (formerly of Confederate Railroad) to name a few. All credits listed include either live events, studio work, or both.
Well accomplished percussionist with an extensive background of musical opportunities with worship artists and secular artists alike. Over 5+ years of experience working alongside fellow studio musicians to strategize, write, and meet common goals and deadlines to better further the artists’ or organizations’ musical catalog, with close to fifteen years playing in various live music environments. Some familiarity with digital recording programs such as Ableton Live and Protools. Ability to read sheet music with various time signatures from piano to drum kit as well as the ability to play various genres of music such as Contemporary Christian (CCM), Rock, Jazz, and Country to name a few. Close to fifteen years of experience in music theory, technique, and thorough knowledge about the world of percussion and its various instruments. Eager to bring outstanding musicianship and knowledge to better further the music looking to be achieved, with further interest in expanding my knowledge in music theory, digital recording programs, production, and working alongside other musicians to build relationships.
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Languages
- English
Interview with Austin Steele
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I have been very fortunate to have written all of the drum and percussion instrumentation for all of Grayson Russell's projects as well as a few of Silverdale Worship's projects.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Check out David Medlin in Nashville! David is a great friend of mine and plays guitar for Dylan Marlowe.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Making connections with other musicians and knowing that I might have the opportunity to change someone's life through music.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Simplistic and supportive.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would love to work with anyone that would give me the opportunity to play on their record. If I had to pick, Vince Gill would be a top pick for me. Vince's music offers tonality and prioritizes emotion over flashy show tunes.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Most of what I work on includes, but is not limited to Country, Rock, and CCM (Worship).
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Finesse, Pocket, Tone.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I like to track the whole song at least 2-3 times to give the client plenty of choices.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Aaron Sterling, Benny Greb, Garth Justice, Nathan Chapman, Vince Gill, The Eagles.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: My work includes but is not limited to live/studio drum tracking for Country, Rock, and Contemporary Christian Music (CCM, Worship).
I was the Drummer in this production
- Live drum trackAverage price - $250 per song
- PercussionAverage price - $250 per song
- Songwriter - MusicAverage price - $250 per song
- TimpaniAverage price - $250 per song
Terms of service include 2-3 revisions, with a 2-4 business day turn around time. Contact me for more info!
- Grayson Russell
- Eleventh Hour Worship
- Silverdale Worship / Vive
