Arend Niks

Arend Niks

SPIJKERS/DEELDER en van der LEK/independent

Inspired by great Dutch and international drummers I decided at an early age to become a drummer instead of a lawyer - a decision that I never regretted, playing all kinds of music and shows for more than 30 years - From big rock groups till small acoustic impro-bands and from music theatre to modern dance, in small venues in Holland and on festivals worldwide. While at it I've accumulated quite a collection of Zildjian cymbals (you never know what sound you need going into the studio...). That always helps me in making music as personal and meaningful as possible.

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Arend Niks'S SETUP:

  1. kerope 15" hi hat
  2. kerope 18"
  3. K Zildjian Custom Dark Ride 20"
  4. pang 18"

* May be prototype

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  • WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

    Bands that have a musical click, with players that really communicate while serving the music really make my day. The moments on stage that you make such a great sound together and you all realize (musicians and audience) that you are in this together, and you know what music is about. Really grateful for those.

  • WORDS OF WISDOM FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF DRUMMERS

    Work at your musical- as well as your technical skills. Make music that really makes you happy. Consider your 'bad days' as necessary for development and celebrate your great days.

  • FAVORITE ZILDJIAN CYMBAL/COMBO

    K Zildjian Custom Dark Ride 20"

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