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Percussionist | Producer | DJ | Vinyl Collector | Radio Host
As a passionate and versatile conga player, I specialize in Latin, Soul, Jazz and Afro percussion, but my musical palette extends across various genres, allowing me to bring depth and rhythm to every performance. With years of experience in the music industry—both as a semi-professional musician and a producer—I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the greatest talents in funk, soul, and jazz.
Throughout my career, I’ve performed alongside legends like Fred Wesley & the New J.B.’s, The Blackbyrds, Martha High, Breakestra, D-Influence, and Martine Girault. One of my most cherished collaborations is with the multi-award-winning Californian soul singer Gina Sedman (formerly Gina Carey, who is also my wife!). Together, we’ve made a home for our music in the UK, and I’m also a proud member of the Jazz Fusion band Congfusion.
I’ve performed extensively across the UK, Europe, and California, bringing my unique percussion sounds to stages and studios around the world. My work with Funkshone earned us a #1 spot on Amazon’s Soul and Funk chart, with tracks licensed for Redbull and even a US movie deal. I’ve had the pleasure of doing session work for Soul Immigrants, recorded with the legendary Fred Wesley, and contributed to the sounds of The Sindecut, Other Mirror, KSly, and As Is. I recently recorded with Grammy Award winning Guitarist 'Michael J Calhoun' (Kinsman Dazz Band) & on keys Kevin Flournoy (Chaka Khan, Babyface, Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, Jeffrey Osborne, The Pointer Sisters, Jennifer Hudson, Howard Hewett, Jamie Foxx, The Jazz Crusaders, Boney James, Norman Brown, Kirk Whalum and Harvey Mason) on Gina Sedman's hit single 'Smile'. I have also jammed with Gary Bias of Earth Wind & Fire in California.
In addition to performing, I produce music with a focus on neo-soul, jazz, and conscious hip hop, constantly exploring new sonic landscapes. As a dedicated vinyl collector and DJ, I host the popular radio show Vinyl Destination on Gold Dust Radio, where I share rare and forgotten grooves with a global audience. I also co-own and run Indie Soul Radio with Gina, where we champion independent soul artists and curate the finest in soulful music.
Currently, I’m building a full-time band for Gina Sedman as we ride the success of her latest hit single 'Smile', which is making waves on Jazz FM and Mi-Soul. We’re seeking committed, passionate musicians who want to be part of something special—musicians ready to make magic, not just session players.
Let’s connect and keep the groove going!
Check out Gina Sedman’s EPK
- Screen name:
- prone
- Member since:
- Nov 04 2014
- Active within 1 week
- Level of commitment:
- Committed
- Years playing music:
- 30
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- 2-3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 4-5 nights a week
- Most available:
- Nights
Instrument experience:
- Other Percussion:
- Advanced
EQUIPMENT
LP Matador Conga set - 3 drums - Quinto, conga and tumba (wood)
LP Galaxy Accent Quinto & Tumba with LP Patato Conga (fibreglass).
Raul Bongos,Timbales, talking drum, pandiero, tamborine, tamborim, cowbells, shakers, guiro, cabassa, flexatone and much more hand percussion.
Studio gear: Roland SPD SX Pro. Akai MPC Live, Akai s950 sampler, Reaper, Pro tools, Digidesign 002 protools mixer, Spirit Folio mixer, Alesis Monitor 1 mk2, GEN SX2000 (1970s synth), Joe Meek 'Meekrophone' condenser mic, Genelec bookshelf monitors and various other things I cant be bothered to list.