Sydney Drum & Percussion Show Focus: Stan Bicknell

Acts you drum with: Independent; The New Caledonia, Kimbra, Ecca Vandal, Miami Horror.

What's your kit set up? Shells - Pearl Crystal Beat Acrylic, snare - Pearl 13x6.5 20ply Reference snare or Evetts 13x7 16ply Blackwood, cymbals - Zildjian (mainly EFX line), pedal - Pearl Redline Eliminator Chain Drive w PureSound Speedball Beater, heads - Remo CS Clear Black Dot + P3 Clear, sticks - Zildjian 6a.

Do you attend many events like the Sydney Drum And Percussion Show? What normally draws you to them? I performed at Australia's Ultimate Drummers Weekend 2016 here in Melbourne last year, on behalf of Pearl, Zildjian and Remo. I had a great time sharing the stage with the likes of Chris Coleman and friends such as Stevie Cat Junior and Dan Kerby.

What are you going to talk about/play at the Show? I'll be performing five tracks that cover the last 12 years of me as a drummer. The intention is to introduce the audience not only to who I am as a player but who I am as a person.

Are you planning to catch any of the other performances or information sessions? If so, what are you hoping to get out of it? I'll definitely make some time to have a good look around, say hi to friends and people I know through the industry.

Are you planning to get any new equipment yourself? What are you in the market for? Fortunately, I am extremely happy with my current set-up so I don't really require anything, but once I start walking around you never know, something may catch my eye for sure!

What advice would you give to a beginner drummer attending the show? Be open-minded, soak in the wisdom of the performers, take time to look at all the gear on display, listen to what people have to say, and ultimately have a great time!

If you could drum with any performer, who would it be and why? These days I could see myself performing with a mainstream R&B/hip hop/rap artist such as Beyonce, Jay Z, JT, Kendrick etc. Basically, someone who requires a drummer with an element of chops for flavour!

When and where can we catch you at the Show? 27 May, Rosehill Gardens. I am performing on the main stage on at 1pm, and I'm holding a bass drum workshop at 11.45am on Sunday for the Indoor Sessions.