Andwele Simons

Andwele Simons

Independent

Andwele was born in the sunny island Bermuda. From a young age, he always showed an interest in drums. His Parents Jacqueline & Andrei nurtured his natural talent, and from the age of 2 his father Andrei would take him to band rehearsals early to let him play the drums. As a child Andwele was also a heritage member of the John Warner Bermuda Gombey troup, as a dancer & a drummer. From high school concert band, and his own band made up of himself his younger Brother Jacqui and childhood best friend Desta, he began performing regularly.

At age 17 he started his own drumming school where he tutored many drummers and groomed them for musical careers. Some of his students attended Berkley College of Music.

He has toured with many bands From ""The Unit"" & Working Title. He has occupied the drum throne for:

The Spinners

Reggae Artist Etana the Strong One

Sia Spense,

McCartney Darrel

The Wallstreet Band and many more.

He also was the MD for the Bermuda Idol and he was a drum tech for many drummers.

Finally Before he left for Nova Scotia Canada, he and DJ Ko Minors started a Duo Called ""O32"" playing Afro Beat & Afro House rhythms.

From his home studio, Andwele records content for his online platforms and for artist around the world. He is known for his solid feel and grooves & clean drum sound. His main aim is to be a positive motivating force in the music industry.

Andwele Simons'S SETUP:

  1. 1. 15" HiHats - New Beat (bottom)
  2. K Light (top) 2. K1423 3. K0905 4. A20540 5. A20808 6. Stack - 15" Turbine + 10" FX China Trash + 11" FX Trash Splash 7. K0830 8. K0935 9. Stack - 17" Turbine + 13" Turbine + 10" A Custom EFX 10. A20820

* May be prototype

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  • WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

    I love creativity, and connection in music. When I hear someone who is really connected to the music, that really inspires me. I really enjoy hearing and exploring different genres of music. I feel very inspired when I hear, no matter the cultural difference, how very connected all music really is.

  • WORDS OF WISDOM FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF DRUMMERS

    I would encourage them to be an eternal student – No matter how "skilled" you become, always look for ways to learn from others. Also share what you have... I mean if you have something valuable to contribute to the community, don't keep it to yourself! Share your gift! That’s why you have it!!

  • FAVORITE ZILDJIAN CYMBAL/COMBO

    22" K Dark Medium Ride, K Cluster Crashes, Concept Shop Turbines.

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