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Roger Friend: Drums, Percussion

Genre: Blues & Soul, Jazz, Rock

RIYL: Sting, the Yellowjackets, Pat Metheny

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• Roger Friend's Rhythm Village website

Synoposis

Inception: San Diego, 2006

Background:

Roger Friend’s drumming career spans over three decades, touring the world with jazz, blues, pop, soul, and rock groups. Friend is also an educator and percussion facilitator who heads up performance clinics and workshops, as well as working with leading manufacturers in drum design. Endorsements include SONOR Drums, Meinl Percussion, Sabian Cymbals, XL/Gator Cases, Aquarian Drumheads, Regal Tip Drumsticks, Audix Mics, and Geddit Accessories.