William Richards: session drummer for hire in UK

Who is William Richards?

William Richards is a UK-based professional session and live drummer with two decades of experience behind the kit. Available for live gigs, studio sessions, and international travel, William brings a seasoned, no-nonsense approach to every project. He is known for his work with Ba Theory and Obsidian Kingdom, and is an endorsed artist with London Drumstick Co.

Services Offered

• Live hire for gigs of all scales
• Studio sessions
• Willing to travel internationally for the right project

Genres and Style

William's core territory is rock, metal, and progressive music — the heavier, more complex end of the spectrum where feel and precision have to coexist. That said, his training and professionalism mean pocket-lead drumming work is equally welcome. One thing William is particularly clear about: he loves the click. Whether in the studio or on a live stage, playing to a click track is no obstacle — it is simply part of the job done properly.

Based in UK

William is based in the UK and is available to cover gigs and sessions across the country. Given his willingness to travel internationally, distance is rarely a barrier for the right opportunity. If you are a promoter, producer, or band manager searching for a reliable drummer anywhere in the UK — or beyond — William is worth a direct conversation.

About William

William has been playing professionally for 20 years. He holds a full driver's licence, making logistics straightforward for touring and dep work. He also brings multiple kit and cymbal configurations to the table, meaning he can tailor his gear setup to suit the specific demands of a given gig or session — whether that calls for something stripped-back and punchy or a full, sprawling progressive setup. That flexibility, built over a long career, is the kind of thing that makes a session drummer genuinely easy to work with.

Book William

Enquiries go directly to William — no agency, no commission, no middleman. To get in touch, use his dedicated hire page:

Hire William Richards

You can also view his full artist profile, including more details about his background and endorsements:

William Richards — LDC Artist Profile

If you are still weighing up your options, the full LDC session drummer roster lists all available artists in one place.

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William does not currently have public social profiles listed, but the best way to connect is directly through his hire page above.

William Richards is a London Drumstick Co. endorsed artist and plays LDC hand-turned drumsticks.