Performing on drums with Pete Rock & CL Smooth(Yes I had long hair then!)-
Performing with Dido in London- from the Live DVD.-
The Electric Djembe I invented.-
Playing Drumkit with Effects Solo.-
Playing with Youssou N'Dour at LiveAid 2006-
Performing with Montel Jordan, "This Is How We Do It!"-
Warming up at a Dido soundcheck.-
SkyDiving for the first time in Las Vegas.-
Here's a lesson in how to play "Cumbia" on the Caja Vallenata,
a percussion drum from Colombia, South America-
One of my First musical adventures! Hashim- Audio Only-
www.Alex-Alexander.com
Alex is a first call session drummer/percussionist residing in New York City.
He has performed and recorded with many artists, among them:
Dido, Eminem, Chaka Kahn, Ritchie Blackmore, Joy Askew,
Bernie Worell, The Association, Toots and the Maytalls,
Sophie B. Hawkins, J.C. Chasez(NSYNC), Montel Jordan,
Dougie Fresh, Julia Fordham, Youssou N'Dour and The Barrio Boyzz.
Alex has played on many soundtracks for the films, mostly notably:
-The cult hit!- What Ever Happened To One Eyed Jimmy
-Multi Award winning HBO film-Liberty Kid
-Academy Award Soundtrack- Born Into Brothels
He plays Drum Set as well as World percussion.
Rock, Pop, Funk, Hip-Hop, Singer-songwriter, Metal, Latin, Country,
Soundtrack, Jazz, He plays ALL styles of music.
Alex has invented an instrument called the Electric Djembe.
Using African Djembes, Ethnic Percussion, Shure Wireless Mics and
custom Guitar F-X Pedals and Loop Boxes allows him to create sounds
that range from drum machine emulation to ambient keyboard pads
and washes.
These sounds are perfect for singer / songwriter trios or movie soundtracks.
These are totally analog organic sounds never heard before and create a
terrific atmospheric vibe.
His unique blend of hand percussion and guitar effects pedals can be
heard on television and film soundtracks, which he composes through
his company, Perpetual Motion Productions.
He endorses Zildjian Cymbals, Vic Firth Sticks, Brady Snares,
Protection Racket Cases, Remo Drumheads, Magbana Djembes,
Shure Wireless Systems, Roland & Boss FX Pedals,
Digitech Customized Pedalboards, Logic Audio Software,
Apple Computers, ibo Udus, RhythmTech Percussion, HipTrix Glow
Products and, he loves Yamaha Drums.
Alex is currently accepting recording projects via the internet!
Send in your tracks and get professional, grooving drums and percussion
tracks on your records.
send requests to:
iAlexAlex@mac.com
Hey man i recognize you from the boat. You were the drummer in the other dance band. This is Greg (drummer lol) from Sistine Criminals. I hope the drums worked out for you dude.
My man! Yo it was great hanging with you. Please,please,please put me on your band's mailing list. Y'all were laying down the law! You always remind me of a guitar god on drums! Stay talented bro