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Nathaniel Townsley

Gretsch Artist Since: 
2016
Country: 
US
Band or Affiliations: 
Alejandro Sanz
Current Kit Setup: 

USA Custom in Black Glass Nitron
15x20” BD, 7x10” RT, 8x12” RT, 12x14” RT, 14x15” RT, 6x14” SD, 6.5x14” SD

Influences: 

Buddy Rich, Steve Gadd, Joel Smith, Will Kennedy, Bill Maxwell, Dave Weckl

We asked...Why Gretsch?: 

"Gretsch has a unique sound, they’re unlike any other other drum sound out there. If you’re looking excellence where else do you go?"

Advice to Aspiring Musicians: 

"Always remember that it’s a gift from God and ALWAYS LISTEN TO MUSIC! "

 

BIOGRAPHY

 

Nathaniel Townsley’s natural talent was evident at an early age in his father’s church and still to this day, returns to his roots when he’s not on the road. Considered one of the most gifted drummers in the world today, Nathaniel’s talent was recognized by one of music’s true innovators, Weather Report’s Joe Zawinul, with whom he played with for years up until Joe’s passing. Anyone commanding the Zawinul’s drum chair was considered an absolute drummer’s drummer and Nathaniel amazing technique, musicality and incredible feel matched Zawinul’s vision completely.

Nathaniel Townsley has performed and recorded with a diverse list of artists that include Richard Bona, Mariah Carey, Stevie Wonder, Jessica Simpson, Corey Glover, Special EFX, Chris DeBarge, R. Kelly, Dru Hill, Public Enemy, Nile Rogers & Chic and Lalah Hathaway just to name a few. He’s been a featured performer at the Modern Drummer Festival, the Montreal Drum Festival and workshops worldwide.

Currently and for the past 11 years, he’s been touring with 15-time Grammy winner…Spanish Mega-Star, Alejandro Sanz.

RECORDINGS

Alejandro Sanz “Sirope”, Joe Zawinul with WDR Big Band “Brown Street” , Special EXF “Here To Stay”, Maria Carey “Butterfly”, Public Enemy “Music & Our Message”, Richard Bona “Munia”, Nena Pastori “La Orilla De Mi Pelo”

TOURS

Alejandro Sanz, Joe Zawinul, Special EFX, Richard Bona, Sadao Watanabe, Lalah Hathaway

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