UK Drum Show: NAOMI FORBES

Naomi Forbes – From the Royal Albert Hall to the UK Drum Show Main Stage! Naomi Forbes is absolutely smashing it! Having played for the likes of Paloma Faith, Cat Burns, and Leigh-Anne from Little Mix, Naomi’s career has been nothing short of iconic—and she’s only just getting started. She picked up the sticks at age 5, and by 16, she was already tearing it up at iconic venues around the world. Now, she’s bringing her powerhouse drumming to the main stage of the UK Drum Show, performing at 11:15am on Saturday 18th October. In this interview, Naomi shares her thoughts on the importance of networking, using social media as a tool for growth, overcoming hearing loss, and why preparation is everything. Don’t miss it—and make sure to hit that subscribe button for more exclusive interviews from the UK Drum Show!

01:12 – Getting gigs like Paloma Faith

02:20 – Networking and Social Media

03:55 – Getting the call

05:15 – If you fail to prepare, you prepare to fail

06:14 – Music is a gift

07:00 – Drums is the best instrument

08:04 – Going deaf

10:15 – Advice for aspiring drummers

12:10 – What to expect