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Iwan Griffiths
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Iwan Griffiths of The Automatic
Background information
Birth name Iwan Griffiths
Born (1985-12-04) 4 December 1985 (age 39)
Cardiff, South Wales, UK
Genres Rock
Instruments Drums
Associated acts The Automatic

Iwan Griffiths is a talented drummer from Wales. He is best known as the drummer for the rock band The Automatic. Iwan grew up in Cowbridge, a town in Wales, and now lives in the city of Cardiff. He even studied law at Cardiff University!

Iwan Griffiths: A Rock Drummer's Journey

Iwan Griffiths helped form the band that would become The Automatic. He was part of the group's first lineup, along with his friends Rob and Frost. Back then, they were known as White Rabbit.

Iwan had the idea to change the band's name to The Automatic. Later, they added Alex Pennie, who played synth and sang, and then Paul Mullen on guitar.

Who Inspired Iwan's Drumming?

Iwan has shared some of the drummers who influenced his style. In an interview with Rhythm Magazine, he mentioned Dominic Howard from the band Muse.

Other famous drummers who inspired Iwan include John Bonham, Phil Collins, Stewart Copeland, and Bill Bruford. These drummers are known for their unique and powerful playing.

Iwan's Drumming Gear

Iwan uses different types of drums for his performances and recordings. He combines both acoustic (regular) and electric drums. This mix helps him create a wide range of sounds.

Drums Used Live

When playing live concerts, Iwan often uses:

  • DW Drum Kits

Drums Used in the Studio

When recording their album Not Accepted Anywhere, Iwan used:

  • Premier Drums
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