Andrew Toy

Drummer + Percussionist

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Andrew Toy is a professional drummer/percussionist based in the Washington DC area who has built a reputation as a dependable and creative drummer who is hard-working and easy to work with. His timekeeping and feel are solid and his drumming has a more eclectic and experimental bent when called upon.

<< Details on Andrew's studio and samples of past recordings may be found at www.andrewtoy.net/recordings >>

As a solo artist, Andrew uses percussion as the starting point for composition and sonic exploration. Using live production techniques, Andrew twists, distorts, and re-arranges the sound of the drums to create soundscapes that are at times cinematic and introspective, at other times intense and driving. By re-imagining the process that music is typically created, Andrew has crafted a sound that is inspired by IDM, minimalism, ambient, post-rock, and experimental music, yet has a life of its own.

Andrew began drumming at the age of 9 and retains the same youthful passion for the instrument as he did back then. As a sideman and accompanist, Andrew has had a very rewarding career thus far. His drumming has enabled him to travel the world as a cruise ship drummer; travel the USA as a member of varying Celtic, roots, funk, and rock bands; and establish himself as a go-to drummer and educator in the Washington DC area. His most recent collaborators include Pigeon Kings, Lisa Said, Piper Jones, Eli Lev, and Jump Dance Convention.

Click the 'Contact' above to get in touch. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Credits

AllMusic verified credits for Andrew Toy
  • Lisa Said
  • Moxi
  • Moxi
  • Grandfabric
  • Grandfabric
  • Grandfabric
  • Grandfabric
  • Grandfabric
  • Piramid Scheme
  • Piramid Scheme
  • Zach Bellas
  • Lisa Said
  • Lisa Said

1 Reviews

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  1. Review by Max K.
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    by Max K.
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    Working with Andrew was awesome! He really got the sound I was looking for, picked up on small details in the songs in a thoughtful and musical way, was responsive when I had feedback or requests for small edits, and delivered high quality drum tracks. A very friendly and professional experience overall--definitely recommended.

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GenresSounds Like
  • Clutch
  • Wilco
  • Radiohead
Gear Highlights
  • Drums: Ludwig
  • Gretsch
  • Tama
  • Yamaha; Cymbals: Zildjian
  • Istanbul; Percussion: Meinl
  • LP
  • Morfbeats
  • custom; Mics: Warm Audio
  • Shure
  • Sennheiser
  • Stam
  • 3U; Preamps: Neve
  • Osa
  • Radial
  • Black Lion Audio
  • Presonus; Software: Ableton Live
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