Tom Shorten is a seasoned session drummer, Musical Director, and fixer with nearly two decades of playing experience and over ten years in the professional music industry.
A recipient of the ‘George Lee Dedication to Music’ Award, Tom has performed for audiences of thousands at prestigious international venues, including The Royal Albert Hall, The Sage Gateshead, and the Newcastle Metro Radio Arena.
As Director of TJS Productions and founder of Pure Muso, Tom specializes in supplying high-caliber session musicians to premier global clients, including Disney, MSC Cruises, TED, and West End touring productions. Additionally, as Musical Director for Pure Entertainment Group, he oversees musical programming across theatres, cruise ships, holiday parks, and corporate events worldwide.
"I’ve been playing Remo drumheads for numerous years and have always loved the sound, durability and consistency they offer. They genuinely complement the natural tone of my drums, and after years of using them, they’ve become a brand I trust both professionally and personally. The consistency, tone and durability are a huge part of why I choose Remo. I’ve reached the point where I simply keep buying them over and over again because I know exactly what I’m going to get every time I put a new head on my drums. What’s particularly impressive is that, despite the amount of playing and touring I do, I have never actually gone through a Coated Emperor drumhead. They’ve consistently held up incredibly well for me while still delivering the tone and response I’m looking for." -Tom Shorten
