Shawn Pelton must be doing something right. Having recorded with a wide range of top artists and establishing himself as a first call player since moving to New York in the late 80’s. Known for his great feel, deep soulful pocket and a high level of musicianship across a broad range of styles.
Shawn has recorded with artists such as Sheryl Crow, Rod Stewart, Bruce Springsteen, Elton John, Billy Joel, Van Morrison, Pink, Norah Jones, Kelly Clarkson, Five For Fighting, Natalie Merchant, Ingrid Michaelson, Michelle Branch, Regina Spektor, Tears for Fears, Citizen Cope, Matisyahu, Jonatha Brooke, David Byrne, Goo Goo Dolls, Gavin Degraw, Peter Wolf, Keith Richards, Edie Brickell, Marc Cohn, Richie Havens, Joan Osborne, Hall and Oates, Odetta, Buddy Guy, Pavarotti, Phillip Phillips, George Michael, Carole King, Sugarland, Carly Simon, Dixie Chicks, Chris Botti, Loudon Wainwright, and Buddy Guy, and has played on several Grammy winning albums for artists including Ray Charles, The Brecker Brothers, Rosanne Cash, Shakira, Shawn Colvin, William Bell, Sarah Jarosz, Les Paul and the Hank Williams tribute album with Bob Dylan.
Such a broad discography shows a rare ability to be at home playing on a top ten track by Pink, recording with Jazz legend Abbey Lincoln or an icon like Bob Dylan. Shawn is also the longtime drummer in the house band for Saturday Night Live since 1992.
"Remo drumheads are the classic sound of all the great recordings that made me want to play. I love the sound, the feel, the consistency - they've never let me down on a gig or in the studio." -Shawn Pelton
