Joe Rodriguez - Balbex
Joe Rodriguez is the drummer for alternative pop band The Hallows.
The Hallows are in the process of recording their second album following on from their critically acclaimed first release “Of Time and Tides”. Both records showcase Joe’s song driven, high energy and musically focused approach to performing. The Hallows have previously supported Big Country, The Blow Monkeys, Courtesans, Neville Staple and Devilskin.
Over the course of his drumming career Joe has recorded with acclaimed producers such as Seb Pecchia (Jeff Beck, Robert Plant), Martin Phillips (Erasure, Roachford) and Simon Effemy (The Wildhearts, The Wonderstuff). Joe’s session work has given him the opportunity to perform for television and radio and to play at festivals in the UK and overseas.
He has also worked as a session drummer for Ronan Keating and has toured with Icelandic Singer Hafdis Huld. Joe was part of the alternative rock band The Pressure Room along with Matt Nasir (Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls) whose album “Wide Of The Mark” allowed Joe to explore his love of melodic and progressive rock.
Working as an educator, Joe has supported a broad range of students both privately and through his partnerships with schools. He has a proven track record of supporting students who have specific learning needs and disabilities.
"Balbex sticks are built to last and have a feel of top quality, I love the G7A line of sticks that have just the weight and balance that allows me to play at my best. I am very proud to use and endorse Balbex sticks"
