Drew Hester
Encyclopedia
Drew Hester is a drummer
/ percussionist / record producer
who plays drums with Joe Walsh
(1999–present), Jewel
(2006–2007) drums, Foo Fighters
(2006–present) percussion, Chicago
(2009–present) drums and percussion, Lisa Marie Presley
(2002–2006) drums, Common Sense
(1992–present) drums, Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders
drums and percussion and many others.
In 2006, Hester toured with The Foo Fighters
on their AFOOSTIC tour and played percussion
on their live album and DVD Skin and Bones
. Hester also produced the 2006 self-titled album of Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders
, and was also given credit for mixing the album. Hester also performs on the songs "It's Ok Now", "End Of The Line", "You Drive Me Insane" (percussion), "Better You Than Me" (handclaps
and percussion), "Walking Away" (piano
) and "Running In Place" (drums).
In 2007, Hester was given credit for mixing and as an engineer on the Foo Fighters single "The Pretender", the first off of their album Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace
. He is also credited for playing percussion on the songs "Come Alive", "Let it Die", "Cheer Up, Boys (Your Make Up Is Running)
", "Long Road to Ruin
" and "Summer's End".
In addition, Hester plays at Saddleback Church
in Orange County, California
.
In January 2009, Hester joined Chicago as a temporary replacement for Tris Imboden
who was undergoing medical treatment at the time. After Tris returned to active duty, Hester remained part of the touring band as an auxiliary percussionist.
Drummer
A drummer is a musician who is capable of playing drums, which includes but is not limited to a drum kit and accessory based hardware which includes an assortment of pedals and standing support mechanisms, marching percussion and/or any musical instrument that is struck within the context of a...
/ percussionist / record producer
Record producer
A record producer is an individual working within the music industry, whose job is to oversee and manage the recording of an artist's music...
who plays drums with Joe Walsh
Joe Walsh
Joseph Fidler "Joe" Walsh is an American musician, songwriter, record producer, and actor. He has been a member of three commercially successful bands, the James Gang, Barnstorm, and the Eagles, and has experienced notable success as a solo artist and prolific session musician, especially with B.B...
(1999–present), Jewel
Jewel (singer)
Jewel Kilcher , professionally known as Jewel, is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, producer, actress and poet...
(2006–2007) drums, Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters is an American alternative rock band originally formed in 1994 by Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl as a one-man project following the dissolution of his previous band. The band got its name from the UFOs and various aerial phenomena that were reported by Allied aircraft pilots in World War...
(2006–present) percussion, Chicago
Chicago (band)
Chicago is an American rock band formed in 1967 in Chicago, Illinois. The self-described "rock and roll band with horns" began as a politically charged, sometimes experimental, rock band and later moved to a predominantly softer sound, becoming famous for producing a number of hit ballads. They had...
(2009–present) drums and percussion, Lisa Marie Presley
Lisa Marie Presley
Lisa Marie Presley is an American singer and songwriter, also known as the "Princess of Rock and Roll". She is the only child of Elvis Presley, and daughter of Priscilla Presley.-Early life:...
(2002–2006) drums, Common Sense
Common sense
Common sense is defined by Merriam-Webster as, "sound and prudent judgment based on a simple perception of the situation or facts." Thus, "common sense" equates to the knowledge and experience which most people already have, or which the person using the term believes that they do or should have...
(1992–present) drums, Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders
Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders
Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders is a band founded by Taylor Hawkins, drummer for the Foo Fighters. Hawkins is the drummer and vocalist for the trio. Other band members include Chris Chaney on bass and Gannin Arnold on guitar...
drums and percussion and many others.
In 2006, Hester toured with The Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters is an American alternative rock band originally formed in 1994 by Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl as a one-man project following the dissolution of his previous band. The band got its name from the UFOs and various aerial phenomena that were reported by Allied aircraft pilots in World War...
on their AFOOSTIC tour and played percussion
Percussion instrument
A percussion instrument is any object which produces a sound when hit with an implement or when it is shaken, rubbed, scraped, or otherwise acted upon in a way that sets the object into vibration...
on their live album and DVD Skin and Bones
Skin and Bones
-Live in Los Angeles :-Live in Hyde Park :Note: The whole setlist is not included on the DVD. The song "The One" is excluded, as Taylor Hawkins made a mistake on the drums...
. Hester also produced the 2006 self-titled album of Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders
Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders
Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders is a band founded by Taylor Hawkins, drummer for the Foo Fighters. Hawkins is the drummer and vocalist for the trio. Other band members include Chris Chaney on bass and Gannin Arnold on guitar...
, and was also given credit for mixing the album. Hester also performs on the songs "It's Ok Now", "End Of The Line", "You Drive Me Insane" (percussion), "Better You Than Me" (handclaps
Clapping
A clap is the sound made by striking together two flat surfaces, as in the body parts of humans or animals. Humans clap with the palms of their hands, often in a constant drone to express appreciation or approval , but also in rhythm to match sounds in music and dance...
and percussion), "Walking Away" (piano
Piano
The piano is a musical instrument played by means of a keyboard. It is one of the most popular instruments in the world. Widely used in classical and jazz music for solo performances, ensemble use, chamber music and accompaniment, the piano is also very popular as an aid to composing and rehearsal...
) and "Running In Place" (drums).
In 2007, Hester was given credit for mixing and as an engineer on the Foo Fighters single "The Pretender", the first off of their album Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace
Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace
The album debuted at the top of the UK album chart, selling 135,685 albums in its first week. The album also went platinum in its first week in both Australia and New Zealand. In the U.S., it entered the Billboard 200 album chart at #3, selling 168,000 copies in its first week, and has since been...
. He is also credited for playing percussion on the songs "Come Alive", "Let it Die", "Cheer Up, Boys (Your Make Up Is Running)
Cheer Up, Boys (Your Make Up Is Running)
"Cheer Up, Boys " is the third single released from the Foo Fighters' 2007 album Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace. The single was released as a digital-only release in the UK via iTunes. No physical retail singles were released however promotional singles were released for radio air play...
", "Long Road to Ruin
Long Road to Ruin
"Long Road to Ruin" is the second single from the Foo Fighters' sixth studio album Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace . The music video was released on November 1, 2007, with the single released on December 3, 2007...
" and "Summer's End".
In addition, Hester plays at Saddleback Church
Saddleback Church
Saddleback Church is an evangelical Christian megachurch located in Lake Forest, California, situated in southern Orange County, affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention. The church was founded in 1980 by pastor Rick Warren...
in Orange County, California
Orange County, California
Orange County is a county in the U.S. state of California. Its county seat is Santa Ana. As of the 2010 census, its population was 3,010,232, up from 2,846,293 at the 2000 census, making it the third most populous county in California, behind Los Angeles County and San Diego County...
.
In January 2009, Hester joined Chicago as a temporary replacement for Tris Imboden
Tris Imboden
Tris Imboden is the current drummer with Chicago. He replaced their original drummer Danny Seraphine following his dismissal in 1990. Prior to joining Chicago, as well as during his tenure with the band, Imboden has had a career as a studio session player...
who was undergoing medical treatment at the time. After Tris returned to active duty, Hester remained part of the touring band as an auxiliary percussionist.
Discography
- Common Sense / Live at the Belly Up (1993) - Drums
- Common Sense / State of the Nation (1999) - Drums
- Common Sense / self titled (2002) - Drums
- Foo Fighters / One By One (2002) - Percussion
- Songseeker / Purpose Driven (2002) - Drums
- Common Sense / Don't Look Back (2003) - Drums
- Bill Madden / Samsara's Grip (2004) - Drums
- Lisa Marie Presley / Now What (2005) - Percussion
- Foo Fighters / In Your Honor (2005) - percussion
- Taylor Hawkins And The Coattail Riders / self titled (2006) - Drums, Percussion, Producer, Engineer and Mixing
- Leah Shafer / Her Other Life (2006) - Drums, Percussion, Producer, Engineer and Mixing
- Foo Fighters / Skin and Bones (2006) - Percussion/Vibes
- Justin Adams / Less Like Me (2007) - Drums, Percussion, Producer, Engineer and Mixing
- Foo Fighters / Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace (2007) - Percussion
- Daniel Powter / Under The Radar (2008) - Percussion
- Tony Guerrero / Apasionado (2008) - Vibes
- Taylor Hawkins And The Coattail Riders / Red Light Fever (2010) - Producer and Percussion
- Chicago / Oh Christmas Three (2011) - Percussion, Mixing
- Foo Fighters / Wasting Light (2011) - Percussion