Best session drummers in the United States: who to book in 2026

Finding the right session drummer in the United States this autumn

Autumn 2026 is one of the busiest windows in the calendar for drummers: touring schedules are in full swing, corporate events and function-band bookings are ramping up for the party season, and studio projects are being locked in before the year closes out. Whether you need someone in the room for a live show, a full tour, or a remote session delivered straight to your DAW, the LDC-endorsed players below are available to hire directly — no agency commission, no middleman. All enquiries go straight to the artist. Here is a shortlist of two players currently active across the United States.

Chris Georgenes

Chris Georgenes is a versatile soul, rock, blues and funk drummer working across live performance and remote recording, available for gigs and international travel. He tracks remotely from his home studio — with credits already landing on major streaming platforms — and can mix, supply stems, and play confidently to a click, making him a solid choice for any producer working to a tight deadline this autumn. His live work spans acts including Boston Naturals, The Dan Labich Band and French Lick.

• Services: Live hire, remote sessions, international travel
• Genres: Soul, rock, blues, funk

View Chris Georgenes' profile · Book Chris

Nico Jansen

Based in Austin, TX — a city that puts him within reach of Dallas, Houston and San Antonio — Nico Jansen covers rock, funk and hip-hop/rap across studio sessions, live tours and remote recordings from his home studio. He has touring and recording experience with Crobot, Trip Cigs, Mugdog, Dom Francis and Allisen & the Wy's Guys, giving him a broad stylistic range suited to both tight funk grooves and heavier rock productions. Nico is also willing to travel internationally, making him an option for European or global projects heading into the new year.

• Services: Studio sessions, remote sessions, live hire (full tours), international travel
• Genres: Rock, funk, hip-hop/rap

View Nico Jansen's profile · Book Nico

Choosing the right player

Before reaching out, it is worth being clear on what the gig actually requires:

• Live vs studio vs remote: If you need someone on stage or on tour, confirm availability and travel logistics early — autumn fills up fast. For studio work, check whether the player records in a professional facility or from a home studio. Remote sessions are often the quickest turnaround and can be ideal for streaming-focused projects.
• Services offered: Each player lists their services on their profile page — read these carefully so you are not asking a remote specialist to commit to a six-week tour, or vice versa.
• Travel: Both players here are willing to travel internationally, but it is always worth discussing logistics and lead time upfront.
• Genres and feel: Listen to linked recordings where available, and be specific in your enquiry about tempo, feel and reference tracks.

How to book

Browse the full roster and find further information on the United States session drummers page. When you are ready, contact your chosen player directly through their individual booking link — LDC takes no commission, so everything you discuss is between you and the drummer.

Last updated September 2026.