Paul Glover - Drummer
Paul's reputation as a solid, versatile and hard-working drummer has brought him huge success, including international tours, major festivals, national radio and television appearances, drum masterclasses, studio sessions and more.
Notable festivals include: Reading+Leeds, Secret Garden Party, Glastonbury and Bestival.
Notable artists include: Scroobius Pip, Pure Reason Revolution, Lisa Knapp, Marisa & the Moths, B.Dolan and Izo Fitzroy.
“Paul was fantastic to work with. He was relaxed and easy going, and he knew his stuff inside out. A welcome addition to the band” - Izo FitzRoy
“I toured the U.K. & Europe extensively with Paul Glover as a key member of my live band and I honestly don’t remember a single out of place beat. A consummate professional with robotic consistency.”
Educator
Paul has many years experience of playing and studying drums, as well as teaching in widespread and varied situations, with a great diversity of people. A true musician, Paul is committed to constant improvement, practicing daily. Paul studied for many years under the watchful eye of drumming legend Bob Armstrong; one of the UK’s leading drum tutors.
Paul offers one-on-one and group lessons to all ages and abilities. His teaching style is characterised by a comprehensive, bottom-up approach that offers students a structured and measured framework in which to develop their playing
“As a fellow artist, working with Paul has always been a great experience. His level of professionalism is of the best you will find. He listens to what you need and never fails to deliver exactly what you’ve asked for. He is a diverse and knowledgeable drummer with a passion for his craft. He is very easy to work with - fun, yet focused - so much so, that I have referred him to fellow colleagues who have also raved about his performance and personable demeanour. Friendly, proficient, helpful, caring professional - all around wonderful artist!” - An'Drusilla Mosley
Rich Meehan Trio
In 2020 Paul developed and recorded material with respected
composer Richard Meehan.
The result was the birth of The Rich Meehan Trio
in which Paul takes up the roles of manager, co-producer and drummer.
'“Playing with Paul always reminds me what a wonderful thing it is to make music. Endlessly curious, and with an impressive breath of musical understanding, I would recommend him as a drummer and educational leader for the gamut of situations, the whackier the better” - Richard Meehan
Studio Drummer
Working both out of his own studio and in established recording facilities, Paul has found himself in demand for various creative endeavours, commercial or otherwise. This has seen him recording drum tracks for a variety of artists, producers, adverts, and library projects.
“As a hip hop producer and DJ, I've always focused on drums. Having witnessed Paul playing and being fortunate enough to perform directly alongside him, I can safely say that not only does he have infinite proficiency, he also has the necessary funk, soul and swing to carry a set with ease” - Buddy Peace (Speech Development/Strange Famous Records)
Go Dynamite
Paul is a seasoned workshop facilitator with over a decade of experience.
Paul regularly leads diverse groups of varying numbers for various companies, organisations and charities. He is able to direct groups both large and small ensuring participants benefit from engaging with the activity and enjoy the process of learning. Paul has extensive experience in delivering African, samba, and freestyle percussion workshops to a wide variety of groups, including; nursery, primary, secondary, college, university, elderly community, care homes, homeless, at risk , special needs/disabled groups of both young and adult, including mobility impaired.
Paul is the founder and Creative Director of Go Dynamite. Go Dynamite are a team of inspirational artists and performers who have delivered exciting and transformative workshops for corporate team building days, educational establishments, bespoke events and performances internationally.
“Paul is the most solid drummer I know. He has a fantastic sound, an incredible feel and the ability to be sensitive and/or driving, which is inspiring to play with and brings out the best in the players around him. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Paul in a variety of contexts: creative projects, recording, jazz groups and function work, and he has been consistently reliable, as well as a great performer and supportive colleague. If I turn up to a gig and Paul’s on the kit, I relax - I know it’ll be a great gig” - Jamie Howell Music