Roger Friend

Roger Friend's musical career spans over 4 decades of diverse experience. Touring in more than 100 countries, with elements of all origins has given him vast international musical experience. He is a high level, multi-faceted drummer and percussionist.

​Roger's credits include: Performing with Tom Jones, ABBA, Tom Scott, The Rippingtons, Bamboo Forest, BB King, Steve Oliver, Dweezil Zappa and countless others. He has played for Kings, Queens, 3 Presidents, a Pope and several other distinguished audiences. Winning 2 Grammys and 2 Emmys adds to the number of accolades he has achieved through his 40+ year career.

As an educator and percussion facilitator Roger is always motivated to inspire and encourage aspiring drummers to grow and achieve on their own paths. Both private and classroom lessons are available.

Performing clinics in stores and other facilities to promote a product, while working with many leading manufacturers in marketing and design is yet another outlet for his deep passion for drums and the drumming community.

Roger proudly endorses and uses: TAYE Drums, Tycoon Percussion, Sabian Cymbals, Humes & Berg Cases, Gator Bags, Regal Tip Drumsticks, Aquarian Drum Heads, Rock 'n' Soc Drum Thrones, Rock-N-Roller Carts, Carvin Pro Sound, Audix Microphones, Bespeco Stands and Cables.

Awards

2 Grammys 2 Emmy's

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