Daniil Svetlov is one of most famous drummers of Russian metal scene.  In his childhood Daniil was inspired by John Bonham and Keith Moon.  He has been playing drums since he was 7 years old.  He is a founding member of Russia's leading nu-metal band [AMATORY].  Daniil participated in the recording of all 6 full-length albums, 12 singles/ep's, all live DVDs, and took part in 12 music videos.  11+ years of touring in 200 cities of Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Moldavia, Latvia, Estonia, Finland and Kazakhstan - and they still do it loud and powerful!  [AMATORY] supported Korn, Stone Sour and Slipknot on their shows in Moscow and Saint-Petersburg, won multiple "Band of the Year", "Album of the Year" and "Song of the Year" awards on Russian Alternative Metal Prize and other music awards ceremonies.  Daniil became Drummer Of The Year in 2009 ("Musician" magazine awards).

Daniil is a co-founder of the drum school "Drumstarz", based in Saint-Petersburg, and he regularly conducts workshops and drum clinics in Saint-Petersburg, Moscow, Krasnodar and other Russian cities.  He has also recorded 4 studio albums with other bands/side projects.


"Remo are THE drumheads with this unique sound, which makes my drumming style complete!"  -Daniil Svetlov