Musician, drummer & composer Alasdair Pennington has in recent years established himself as a distinct and creative voice on the drum kit within the vibrant London jazz and improvised music scenes. An in-demand sideman, Pennington has performed and recorded with many eminent, international artists across genres including Helen Sung, Baptiste Herbin, Laura Jurd, Michael Dease, Dennis Rollins and The Flaming Lips among others. His considered musical contributions with various projects have garnered much positive acclaim, including from Downbeat Magazine who in October 2023 wrote “Pennington’s a kick-ass drummer”. In the winter of 2024 Pennington released his debut album 'This Is' on Hidden Threads Records, showcasing his compositional voice on record for the first time.