Alannagh Doherty is the powerhouse behind CHERYM’s exhilarating backbeats and Venus Grrrls’ eclectic flow. Born and raised in Derry, Ireland, Alannagh spent her time in the punk scene which was heavily influenced by the political climate in her hometown. Although originally a guitarist, Alannagh picked up drums at the age of 14 joining various punk and metal bands which have led her to where she is today. Alannagh has contributed to CHERYM’s success since 2019, supporting acts such as Snow Patrol, Enter Shikari, Sleeping with Sirens and Nova Twins and played countless festivals on an international scale. She joined the Venus Grrrls coven in 2025, giving the band a new punch in their rhythm. Taking inspiration from drummers such as II (Sleep Token), Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater) and Matt Garstka (Animals as Leaders), Alannagh has developed her signature sound combining feel, power and technicality from her punk and metal influences.
"Remo have always been my go-to drumheads. From the age I started playing, Remo has always been the most versatile and durable of any drumheads I’ve ever played. They pack a powerful punch. No matter your genre or style, Remo has something for everyone." -Alannagh Doherty
