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The Drummer's Perspective

Dave Mattacks

The Drummer's Perspective

Dave Mattacks

Dave Mattacks is arguably one of the world's best drummers. His recording credits include: Joan Armatrading, Mary Chapin-Carpenter, Sandy Denny, Nick Drake, Brian Eno, George Harrison, Jethro Tull, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Jimmy Page, Fairport Convention, Paul Simon, Cat Stevens, Richard & Linda Thompson, The Chills and XTC, to name just a few. Dave was a member of Fairport Convention for many years and he has worked with legendary producers and engineers including Glyn Johns [Tape Op #109], Joe Boyd [#60], Geoff Emerick [#57], and John Wood. Dave and his wife now live in the US, where he continues to record and tour.

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