Andrew Atkinson (Performer) is that rare type of musician who can play just about anything, and play it all with gusto. His drumming draws on the seductive beats of his native Jamaica, the percolating rhythms of his childhood home Miami, and the world of jazz that has beckoned and captivated him in all his travels. After graduation, Atkinson would find himself becoming one of the most in demand young drummers in Miami, playing with every type of band imaginable. With reggae-ska band The Monjees, Atkinson got his first taste of life on the road by performing on the 2002 Warped Tour and opening for James Brown at the 2002 Sunfest. Of course, he stuck close to jazz, his first musical love, and wound up doing gigs with luminaries such as Randy Brecker, Gregory Porter, Oz Noy, Arturo Sandoval, Danilio Perez, and Donald Harrison.
“I’m very lucky to be a musician” says Atkinson, who since moving to New York has continued to play with standout artists in the industry, including 2 time grammy award winning artist for Best Jazz Vocalist, Gregory Porter. “I can bring anything to the table and we come together and make it sound easy. I truly believe we can get all kinds of people excited about jazz.” It certainly helps that he makes it so much fun for himself and his audience. After touring with Gregory Andrew then had the pleasure of performing three seasons of America's Got Talent as the drummer/percussionist at Radio City Music Hall. Atkinson in 2022 had the opportunity to arrange and record the drums for the critically acclaimed Micheal Jackson on Broadway Musical after previously playing on Hamilton and Ain't Too Proud the Musical. There’s a lot on Atkinson’s plate, but there always has been, and there’s plenty more to come. He wouldn’t have it any other way. “The plan is to always play good music,” says Atkinson. “Always.”
