Nashville-based session drummer and performer dedicated to bringing energy and precision to your music.
With extensive experience in live performances and studio settings, I’ll adapt my drumming to suit any genre, ensuring every beat enhances your sound.
Whether you need a versatile drummer for your next gig, a reliable session player to elevate your recordings, or a polished performer for events, I’m ready to deliver professional results.
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Shawn's always been super quick to respond whenever I need him on a project which is hard to find these days! Files came back organized, very high quality, and the parts are always tasteful. Highly recommend!!
Shawn knows his stuff. Reliable, on-time, friendly, talented, the list goes on and on. I’ve used him for my gigs and would recommend him (but I honestly don’t want lose him haha). Great guy to have on your team.
Shawn is truly one of the greatest musicians I’ve ever worked with. His attention to detail and understanding of whatever musical task you throw at him is so stellar. For any recordings we did together, he would knock it out of the park and deliver the vibe I needed from drums. He’s also so solid performing live. I find myself leaning on him on performances - he kills it all around. If you’re not using Shawn, what are you even doing?
Price Range: Contact for pricing
Gig Length: 20 - 240 minutes
Languages: English, Spanish
Originally from the Pittsburgh area, Shawn Willard discovered his love for drumming playing in church and high school jazz ensembles. During those early years, he also honed his craft performing with local bands in his hometown. These experiences shaped his versatile and dynamic drumming style.
Shawn continued his musical journey in college, where he traveled with Vision Ministries, a worship team that gave him the opportunity to perform across the country. These experiences deepened his artistry and prepared him for the next chapter of his career in Nashville.
Now based in Music City, Shawn brings years of experience to live performances, studio sessions, and more. Whether he’s playing rock, pop, country, hip-hop, or worship music, Shawn can make it all feel good.
Contact him for your next project or gig!
My influences vary widely, but some of my favorite influences include the following:
Taylor Hawkins : Foo Fighters
Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson : The Roots
Ronnie Vanucci : The Killers
Clyde Stubblefield : James Brown
Benny Greb : Clinician/Various Artists
Aaron Spears : Usher
Derek Mixon : Chris Stapleton
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