Joe Northcott is a versatile and dynamic professional drummer with over 20 years
of experience behind the kit. Based in British Columbia's Okanagan region, Joe
has established himself as both a dedicated band member and an in-demand
session drummer across multiple genres.
Currently touring with Hillside Outlaws, Joe brings powerful, precise rhythms that
drive the band's sound while maintaining his status as one of the most sought-
after "hired gun" drummers in the Okanagan music scene. His professional career
includes notable achievements such as touring the United States with Breaking
Solace, a hard rock band from Jacksonville, Florida, whose single "Throw Down"
reached #25 on the Billboard Indicator Charts and who shared stages with acts
like The Devil Wears Prada and Bobaflex at renowned venues including the
House of Blues in Anaheim and The Viper Room in Los Angeles. Joe also spent
seven years as a founding member of Slagduster, a 'Bump 'n' Groove' Death Metal
band from Grand Forks, BC, performing alongside genre giants like Napalm Death
and Soulfly and recording two acclaimed albums: "Nature. Humanity. Machine"
(2010) and "Deadweight" (2017).
Joe's exceptional versatility allows him to move seamlessly between genres,
delivering authentic performances across rock, country, death metal, punk, and
everything in between. His technical proficiency, deep pocket, and musical
adaptability have made him a first-call drummer for artists and productions
throughout British Columbia. Beyond his drumming prowess, Joe is also a multi-
instrumentalist who plays bass guitar in local cover bands. In addition to his
performance skills, Joe contributes backing vocals and brings extensive
recording experience to any project. As an experienced educator, he has been
teaching drum lessons for over 20 years, sharing his expertise and passion with
the next generation of drummers.
With high-profile endorsements from leading drum manufacturers and a
reputation for professionalism both on and off stage, Joe Northcott represents the
highest caliber of drumming talent in Canadian music