Ian Matthews
Neo-psychedelia, Musical Artist
1971 –
Who is Ian Matthews?
Ian Matthews is an English musician, best known as a drummer for Kasabian. Prior to Kasabian he played with a number of local Bristol bands, such as K-Passa, Ilya and Milk. He met Kasabian when they were recording their first single "Processed Beats" in Bristol. He also played on "Butcher Blues", another track from Kasabian's self-titled first album and "Beneficial Herbs", a b-side to "Cutt Off" single. He was asked to tour with them shortly and became a permanent member in April 2005.
Matthews started his career as a jazz drummer and when not touring or recording with Kasabian he often plays small jazz/funk gigs in Bristol. Ian has recorded with James Morton's Porkchop on 'Don't You Worry 'Bout That' album.
He cites Mitch Mitchell, Tony Williams and Buddy Rich as his strongest drumming influences.
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