I’ve been incorporating WTF Percussion instruments and triggers into my setup since 2025, during my European and UK tour with Chaka Khan.

As soon as I started integrating them into my rig, new musical ideas began to flow naturally. These instruments brought a fresh level of inspiration and excitement to my performances, elevating both my creativity and overall sound.

One of the coolest moments with these instruments happened during a recording session for Zootopia 2. Composer Michael Giacchino and recording engineer Warren Brown came over to my percussion booth, curious about what instruments were producing those “particular” sounds. They absolutely loved the atmosphere these instruments created for the soundtrack.

I also had an amazing time playing these phenomenal instruments during the Tribute to Quincy Jones concert at the Montreux Jazz Festival. They brought such a unique energy and character to the performance.

I’m truly grateful for the innovation and craftsmanship of Axel and the entire WTF Percussion team. It’s an honor to be part of the WTF Percussion family, and I’m proud to represent them as an endorser artist.