Jake Barnabas
Jake Barnabas
The Luka State
United Kingdom


"Being a self taught drummer, from a rock and roll background. I'm blessed to have the support of Mapex. I've never doubted the hardware withstanding the energy it takes night after night. And the drums are so diverse. Whether I'm playing a rock gig or hip hop I know with a little tweak the kit will be singing to the style required."

Jake Barnabas, is a session musician based in Northern England. He's spent years as professional musician touring the world multiple times. And has had two albums chart in his time with the UK band The Luka State. Jake draws upon his experience in the industry with his award recognised grassroots music project The Nest Northwest. Providing routes with young musicians and helping them find their path in the industry. Besides that Jake also is the author to a drum book through Big Bang Music titled Modern Drummer. Providing a practical way of using inspiration from your favourite players to create an original sound behind the kit.

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