Ash Soan, UK session drummer and touring musician, is known for musical versatility across pop, rock, prog, reggae, film, and television work. Based in the United Kingdom, he has become one of the most in-demand recording drummers in Europe, with credits that include major artists such as Adele, Rod Stewart, Cher, Celine Dion, Taylor Swift, Sam Smith, Alicia Keys, Seal, Dua Lipa, Robbie Williams, and many others. Alongside studio work, he has maintained a strong touring career with high-profile live artists and long-running projects.
In recent years, Soan has remained highly active in both touring and recording. He joined Snow Patrol as their drummer in the band’s updated lineup and has continued performing live with them through 2024 and 2025, supporting the group’s return to major touring and festival stages. At the same time, he continues to perform with Tori Amos, including the Ocean to Ocean touring era documented on her 2024 live release Diving Deep Live, where his playing and looping work are featured as part of the trio lineup.
Soan also remains active in soundtrack and screen-related recording work, continuing a long track record of film and television sessions. Recent projects include work connected to new screen productions and ongoing collaboration with major composers, reflecting his continued presence in high-level studio scoring environments. In addition, he continues to record from his Norfolk-based studio, where producers frequently seek his signature sound and feel for modern pop, rock, and crossover projects.
Gear:
Gretsch drums, Gretsch Ash Soan Signature Purpleheart snare, Paiste cymbals, Vic Firth sticks, Remo drumheads.
Sources: Ash Soan official website, Modern Drummer, Gretsch Drums artist page, Apple Music release listings, official album credits and tour documentation.
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Update 1/20/26