TestimonialsforRobShearer
"In regard to Rob Shearer - I have a 30 plus year track record of working with numerous of the worlds top drummers (Simon Phillips, Steve Farronne, Ralph Salmins, Thomas Lang, Garry Husband) added to a personal career of some note as a session drummer myself, I believe I’m ideally placed to recommend Rob for your project...
I’ve undertaken numerous sessions with Rob & can recommend his broad musical knowledge, experience & sound.
His feel, technical ability points clearly to the high level of discipline necessary to gain these skills. But mostly in line with the names above he brings his commitment & positive personality with him, “the” ingredient in making great music."
- Paul Madden (Producer/Drummer - Coach House Studios, Smokehouse Studios)
"Rob Shearer was an absolute pleasure to work with for the two years he played drums with my band STUDIO, and I still use him whenever I can find a gap in his diary. His passion for music and performing is evident when you meet him and see him in action on stage. Rob fitted in very quickly to the band and his timing and choice of drum rhythms has always been superb. Rob is a very dynamic drummer, and likes to tune into his fellow musicians so that they play off each other, which has led to the band being a really tight unit. Our gigs are mostly for corporate or wedding clients in nice venues and Rob always maintained a professional approach and image. Rob is also very versatile in that he has helped out with vocals for a number of songs, and is a master at calling the ceilidh tunes. He is very confident on stage, and is happy to take the microphone and command the attention of the audience. Our repertoire is very diverse so Rob has had to play a lot of different styles with us (Pop, Rock, Funk, Jazz, Big Band, Ceilidh, Reggae, Ballads etc) and he has handled each style with ease. If you want a very talented, dynamic, reliable and extremely enthusiastic drummer, Rob Shearer is the one for you!"
- Jamie Campbell (Band Leader, Keyboard Player, Vocalist and Songwriter - STUDIO Wedding Band)
"I’ve played in bands with Rob for many years and have also had the pleasure of recording him. He’s a phenomenal player, both live and in the studio and always comes prepared for anything! He’s always top of mind when I’m looking for a drummer for a gig or to fill a session in the studio. Top player!"
- Gavin Paterson (Producer/Owner - Studio1790)
"There's hope in the world when young drummers take this route."
- Peter Yttergren (Bobby Kimball, Tommy Denander)
"When I hear a 19-year-old play Jeff Porcaro like Rob, there's a little hope left in the music business. Rob and Peter (Yttergren) are the closest JP clones I've heard......Rob has the gift of Porcaro time & groove. That's NOT normal for a 19-year-old. I can only wonder how he will then play at 35! I would recommend his skills, sound and groove anytime."
- Sune Schack
“I have played with hundreds of drummers over the years but never with one who watches every move I make. Rob has great timing, feel and motivates the whole band in rehearsals and during live performances”
- Paul Francis Thorpe (Elvis Impersonator - ITV's "Stars in their Eyes”)
“Rob is very enthusiastic, always punctual , eager to learn and very interested in what he is doing“.
- Stevie Walker (Vocalist - ITV's "New Faces")