22 September 2026 · London Drumstick Co.
Shawn Duncan: session drummer for hire in USA. Los Angeles, California
Shawn Duncan is a Los Angeles-based rock drummer available for live gigs, full tours, studio sessions, and remote recording work. With credits including L.A. Guns, ODIN, Social Disorder, and DC4, Shawn brings decades of professional experience and a powerhouse live presence to every project he takes on. Whether you need someone in the room or behind the mic from his home studio, Shawn is ready to deliver.
Services Offered
- Live hire — individual gigs
- Live hire — full tours
- Studio sessions (in-person)
- Remote sessions from home studio
- Willing to travel internationally
Genres and Style
Shawn's wheelhouse sits firmly in rock and its many forms — Rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Rock, Stoner Rock, Pop Rock, Blues Rock, and Heavy Blues. His playing draws on the DNA of drumming legends including John Bonham, Joey Kramer, Cozy Powell, Roger Taylor, Vinnie Appice, and Alex Van Halen, resulting in a style that feels both classic and immediate. If your project needs weight, groove, and conviction, Shawn brings all three.
Based in USA. Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles is Shawn's home base, placing him within reach of the wider Southern California music scene — covering areas such as Hollywood, Burbank, Pasadena, Long Beach, Anaheim, and the Inland Empire. His touring history across the USA and Europe means he's equally comfortable travelling further afield, and his international availability makes him a strong option for projects anywhere in the world.
For producers and artists who can't get him in the room, Shawn also offers remote sessions from his home studio, making geography no barrier to getting that sound on your record.
About Shawn
Shawn Duncan is a highly accomplished rock and hard rock drummer whose dynamic style and powerful performances have left an indelible mark on the music industry. With a prolific career spanning multiple decades, he has recorded and released over 20 full-length albums with bands including L.A. Guns, Odin, DC4, Killer Bee, and Social Disorder.
Beyond the studio, Shawn is perhaps best known for his role as a featured artist in the iconic motion picture The Decline of Western Civilization: The Metal Years, which captured the heart of the '80s rock scene and cemented his place as a prominent figure in rock history. He has toured extensively across Europe and the USA, sharing the stage with acts such as L.A. Guns, Bullet Boys, Killer Bee, and DC4, and has appeared in 12 music videos throughout his career.
Shawn's own words say it best: "I have recorded several albums and EPs for various artists including L.A. Guns, Odin, Social Disorder, DC4, and others."
Book Shawn
Ready to work with Shawn? You can view his full profile and then send an enquiry directly through London Drumstick Co.:
All enquiries go direct to Shawn — no commission, no middleman. You can also browse the full roster of available session drummers at londondrumsticks.co.uk/hire.
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