Summary: Filmed live at the UK Drum Show 2025, Sam Jones shows how to fuse global rhythms into your drumming. From a dub reggae remix to classic grooves, house beats, and the Cuban “songo,” he demonstrates how to make each rhythm your own. Playing along to tracks like Raye’s ‘Where the Hell is my Husband!’, Sam also shares essential stick technique, grip tips, and practical insights for applying these grooves across styles. This session is packed with inspiration, helping drummers explore new sounds, develop versatility, and bring personal flair to every performance.

Bio: Sam Barrell Jones is a South East London–based drummer, producer and DJ, best known for his work with Mercury Prize–shortlisted saxophonist Nubya Garcia, MOBO and Jazz FM award winner Binker Golding, and as musical director and drummer for Ivor Novello winner Obongjayar. He has performed with artists including Sons of Kemet, Joe Armon-Jones, Mala, Zara McFarlane, Yazmin Lacey, Oscar Jerome, Berwyn and Pa Salieu. A Tomorrow’s Warriors and Aldeburgh Young Musicians alumnus, Sam blends jazz with grime, UK bass, reggae and dub, and is a Yamaha Drums endorser.

Focus points: Songo, reggae, dub, stick grip, stick technique, blending genres

Length: 58m