Rhythm injects life and spirit into every music expression. This is what Joel Prime does – and what sets him apart as a percussionist of rare touch. 

Rhythm is instinctive in great drummers. On a kit from the age of three and playing regular gigs at 11, Joel had drumming prowess that was immediately evident. But natural flair merely introduced him to the possibilities of percussion. 

His versatility across congas, drum kit and all manner of Afro Cuban and Brazilian percussion sees him currently performing with an eclectic array of artists across many genres throughout the UK and Europe.

Such kudos has led Joel to become a prominent figure at leading festivals and events. He has led percussion workshops and performed at Glastonbury, WOMADelaide, London Jazz Festival, Love Supreme Festival, Adelaide Festival of Arts, Adelaide Cabaret Festival. And his burgeoning skill set continues to be recognized by the drumming elite. Joel is currently endorsed by Pearl Drums, Zildjian Cymbals, Vic Firth and Remo drumheads – and in 2011 he won the award for Australia’s Best Up and Coming Drummer (Open age category) at Australia’s Ultimate Drummers Weekend – judged by a panel including Stanton Moore, Jason Bittner, Gordon Rytmeister, Graham Morgan, Grant Collins and Scott Pelligrom.

Recognized by peers and professionals, artists and audiences, Joel Prime is a talent of his time.