Name: David "The Cardinal" Cardona

Instagram: @thecardinalcardona

Band: THECITYISOURS

Instagram: @thecityisoursuk

Born in Colombia, David moved to the UK in 2012 to pursue a career as a drummer.

As an attempt to stand out amongst other musicians in the London scene, David took his cheap portable camera and started recording himself playing drums.

After many years of perseverance,The doors started to open & eventually he caught the attention from the biggest drum/audio Tech companies in the World such as Pearl, Sabian,Wincent, Remo, Audio Technica & Ultimate Ears.

The Cardinal has been a part of most of the social media/ marketing campaigns done by Sabian, Pearl & Audio Technica all across the UK & Europe.

David performed at the prestigious UK drum in show in spring 2022 among drummers such as Tobines, Eric Moore, Eddie Thrower, Mike Johnston etc. leaving a staple with his performance on powerhouse drumming plus passion for inspiring young and upcoming drummers.

In late October 2023 David also was invited to perform at the prestigious Le’ Bag show (Paris drum show) among drummers such a Steve Smith,Pierre Lucbert,Noah Furbringer etc. this stablished his presence in EU as a clinician and prominent talent in the UK and internationally.

The Cardinal Found his perfect fit in THECITYISOURS.

The band has been a part of several Uk Headline sold out shows and EU tours with bands such as Our Hollow our Home, Attila etc.

With 2 albums released and 1 more in the books ready to be released under the band’s label Arising empire, CITY embarks on a path for establishing as one of the most prominent Metal Bands in the UK.

Testimony about the markers:

They’re absolutely game changer! Forget about messy gaffer tape,they stay in place even when you fold the Drum mat.

MJ is always trying to improve his craft,He has done several designs for me including tune locks.

He never disappoints,his job is impeccable

Name: Connor Hopkins

Instagram: @connorhopkins_drums

Band: Arthur Hill

Instagram: @arthurfnhill

Connor is a UK touring drummer, best known playing for the artist Dylan and Arthur Hill. Career highlights include supporting Ed Sheeran on his Mathematics World Tour, Bastille on their Give Me The Future Tour, Numerous sold out headline tours as well as playing at various major festivals around the globe.

“I’ve been using these mat markers for quite some time now, and I could never tour without them. For any touring/working drummer, these markers are essential. The ability to set up and pack down quickly and consistently, as well as being able to change the placement of the markers at ease, makes them a great bit of gear to add to the catalogue.”

Name: Howard Farren-Bradley

Instagram: @drummer_farrenbradley

Band:

Website:

Instagram:

Born in London, Howard is a young drummer who is developing his career after studying at the British Academy of New Music and Kingston College. He is currently working with his band Sutalkerah in his recording studio, Fire Exit Studios in Norfolk.

He also plays with The Music, Praise and Worship, a worship band which serves a group of rural churches in his area. In his previous bands he has played at venues such as the Bull and Gate in Camden and Bridgehouse II as well as Brighton Electric and the B2 in Norwich.

Howard has worked with Megadeath’s producer Michael Lattanzi. He has played drum clinics for charity. When not gigging or in the studio he has also done live and studio recording and editing for other artists and drummers including Gabor Dornyei and Siemy Di.

He regularly attends NAMM in Anaheim, California as an artist of Soultone cymbals.

Howard has his first EP and video out with Sutalkerah. He also finds time for teaching drum lessons from his studio.

I can not live out top banana helps setup quick looks good stop things moving and can take a beating

Name: Brian Clancy

Instagram: @brianclancydrums @flamreststudios

Freelance Drummer / Audio Engineer

Bands: We Are Messengers / Michael Cochren / Stephen Stanley / Rhett Walker / Austin Snell / Northlane - Drum Tech

Brian Is A Freelance Drummer & Audio Engineer based out of Nashville, TN Who's Been playing drums for 16 years. I Eat, Sleep, & Breath drums!!

I love Top Banana Drum Markers! Ditch your sticky, gaft tape & upgrade yourself to the best drum markers in the game. Not only can you customize them to your own specifications, but they are easy to place & move as you please. Could not recommend them enough for any drummers or techs out there.

Name: Marshall Zak

Instagram: @marshallzakdrums

Band: Wet Possum

Website: www.wetpossumband.com

Instagram: @wetpossum_

No more sticky tape residue on my drum rugs, hurray! I’m big on all things memory clamps, guides, and anything to make setup faster and more efficient so this product was a really game changer for me. When I first found MJ with Top Banana, it was because of the custom shapes he offered. More specifically, around DW9000 pedals and then we even created some half circles for my TnR products floor tom iso mounts and they all fit perfectly. The best part is they don’t move! Even with the drum rug rolling up and rolled out so often, they stay in place. So with that being said, obviously a big fan of the product and the customer service. Get yourself some markers today

Name: Adam Philip

Instagram: @AdamPhilipDrums

Band: Alfie Templeman

Instagram: @AlfieTempleman

Since 2018 I have been playing with Alfie Templeman and have toured in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. In recent years I’ve been focusing my attention predominantly towards indie and alternative music. After using the mat markers for the last couple of months it’s saved me countless hours of guess work when it comes to setting up my kit.

Name: Raphiel Hernandez

Instagram: @raphdrums_

Bands: Monstera PR / DERANGER

Instagram: @monstera.pr / @_deranger

Raphiel is a session and live drummer based in Puerto Rico with over 15 years of experience. Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity to perform alongside prominent acts such as Silent Planet, Fit For an Autopsy, I Set My Friends on Fire, J-Rochet and more. He’s currently performing with MonsteraPR and Deranger to date.

With extensive experience in percussion accessories and a constant drive to discover new products, I came across the innovative systems created by Top Banana, which truly impressed me. Best locks out there definitely. I'll never lose a lock again!

Name: Collin Dobbs

Instagram: @collindobbsdrums

Band: The Bellamy Brothers

Band Instagram: @bellamy_brothers

Collin Dobbs is the drummer for country legends The Bellamy Brothers. He uses Top Banana Drums rug markers to keep his setup consistent, making sure his drums are in the same spot every night.

Name: Daniel “D2” Delgado

Instagram: @d2thedrummer

Bands: Static Switch Kat Co

Instagram: @staticswitchofficial @katco_official

A passionate drummer since the age of 11 born in Venezuela, living in Liverpool, UK has been playing different genres of rock, industrial and metal, along with different bands, playing gigs and recording several singles and records who made it to physical formats, getting aired internationally on radios and podcasts talking about music, drums and expressing all things about the love for the instrument and the brands he uses, getting endorsed by over 6 brands and levelling up every time for better quality recordings and performances along his career.

Name: Dan “Mozzie” Moss

Location: Norwich UK

Independent / Session / Educator

Socials: @MozzieDrums | @TheDrumHang

Website: www.mozziedrums.co.uk

Dan “Mozzie” Moss is a passionate drum educator, event organiser and session drummer from Norwich, UK.

Over time, Dan has become East Anglia UK’s go-to guy for everything drums! He supplies education, drum events, workshops and session playing to the area and beyond!

His company “Mozzie Drums” has quickly taken off — its debut event drew a sold-out, triple-figure crowd, supported by leading brands. Dan has hosted world-class drummers such as Thomas Lang, Darby Todd, and Jamie Murray, and recently announced the incredible Greyson Nekrutman for upcoming events — with many more to come!

For over 20 years, Dan has rich experience in studios, live shows and touring. Now being an independent & active session player, offering drum clinics and supporting live shows and recording to artists.

Away from playing, Dan is all about sharing the rhythm, supporting musicians, and keeping the beat alive.

Mozzie’s slogan, #LetTheRhythmGrow, perfectly captures his mission: spreading the joy of rhythm and community wherever the groove takes him.

TOP BANANA DRUMS X MOZZIE DRUMS

Mozzie is so stoked to be an Artist with TOP BANANA DRUMS.

“I have always adored adding colour to my kit! Having orange as my main brand colours, Top Banana Drums gave me the opportunity to easily customise my kit with useful and reliable accessories to not also set up my drums with ease, but also showing off the vibrant colours as well!

Thank you MJ!

Name: Paul Kirby

Instagram: @paulkirby_sessiondrummer

Independent/Session Drummer

I began drumming at age three and have since built a career as an independent Session Drummer. My work spans the spectrum from artist, studio recording and theatre shows. The lug locks are a great alternative to other brands, having them attach to the drums means I don't lose them when I need to tune up, with the different colour options I can match them to each of my snares and I know that I can chop and change between snares and know they will still be in tune. I use the drum caddy as well as it is a neat and tidy way to store my drum key, sticks and a water bottle on stage. Both of the products I use make gigging life slightly easier, I know I can trust my drums to be in tune when I go back to them and the other keeps me organised on stage

Name : Paul (tico) Dunstan

Instagram : @Paul.dunstan.50

Band : The Bon Jovi Experience

Instagram : @Thebonjoviexperiencetribute

I've been involved with drums from a very early age following the footsteps of my dad and brother, cut my teeth in the drum corps world and never looked back . I arrived in 2015 with the bon jovi experience the only tribute band in the world that has performed live with Jon bon jovi and are endorsed by the man himself we tour 52 weeks of the mainly across the uk but we do travel the globe.

I have been using the tension rod locks for 8 months now and they do exactly what they say!! my snare stays put for well over a month at a time really easy to use and under low light they help with seeing my drums cant live without them now!

Name: Fredrik Illes

Instagram: @freddie6630

Band: Ignatum

Instagram: @ignatum2002

Fredrik “Freddie “ Illes, born in Malmo,Sweden in 73

Started banging drums at age 4 but took drums seriously at age 13.

Joined my first band in 86’ (Instinct) and helped out my friends band (Virgin Sin) at the same year.

Had a little break but was helping friends out with drum tracks so in 98/99’ Joined Dark Ages at the same time Abducted , did a few gigs with Dark Ages and then we split up, in 2002 i joined the band Ignatum and we actually toured in Sweden and we use to headline.

Ignatum disbanded in 2005 and i took a break from playing and moved to the UK in 2010.

In 2011 i joined my first UK band Point Of Extinction and we played Metal To The Masses and came to the semi-finals.

I left P.O.E. had a little break before joining cover band Hot For The Teacher never played any shows with them though but left after a while to re join P.O.E.

Played more shows with till i found out my illness, left again cos of illness

So in 2023 i think i joind a band called Kardinal X , but after 6 months with them they kicked me out and brought back their old drummer so they used me as a temp and had plans to bring him back and thats when i planned to reform Ignatum again with British musicians and it has started good got my dream come true , got to become a Sonor artist relations, Czarcie Kopytos endorsement and the absolutely most amazing guy that took me in Mr MJ from Top Banana Drums gave me a endorsement and whatever you ask him to do he does it and he never says “i cant do it” he makes miracles that man and the best thing is that you can design things with him and he makes the design better so thats why i love Top Banana Drums

Name: Joel Mullin

Instagram: @joelymullin

Bands: Youth Killed It

Instagram: @youthkilledit

Joel Mullin is an energetic and dynamic drummer known for his charismatic personality and entertaining playing style. As a core member of Youth Killed It, Joel brings relentless energy to every performance, combining tight musicianship with a natural ability to connect with audiences.

A proud user of Top Banana Drums’ innovative drum chocks, Joel relies on their quality and reliability both in the studio and on the road. He looks forward to continuing to use the product extensively while touring with Youth Killed It.

Off stage, Joel’s personality is just as lively — he’s famously able to quote The Office (UK) word for word, a trait that perfectly reflects his humour and quick wit.

Whether behind the kit or off it, Joel is all about energy, entertainment, and leaving a lasting impression.

Name: Sean Kane

Instagram: @seansdrum

Website: https://seansdrum.com

Sean began playing drums from the age of 15, gaining much experience with many local bands. He then studied at the Musicians Institute in London, working alongside renowned drummers such as Thomas Lang and Neal Wilkinson.

Sean is a freelance drummer and has worked with many popular artists, including Albert Lee, Avril Lavigne, The Three Blind Mice, Bay City Rollers, Never The Bride, and many others.

He has also played in many TV performances, including the BRIT Awards, and he has also recorded sessions for BBC TV. He continues to be an active drummer in the London scene, teaching drums and depping for bands.

I love top banana products . I especially like the tuning locks that come in funky colours, you can’t loose them as they are attached to the actual tuning rod ,very cool idea.