Jai Widdowson-Jones

Jai Widdowson-Jones

Jai is the drummer for Hannah Williams and the Affirmations, who have worked with Jay Z, Tyler the Creator and more. He has also played for Jaguar Skills, Haelos, Willie J Healey and recorded various sessions. When he's not playing, Jai writes for MusicRadar, specialising in drums, touring and mental health within the music industry. Outside of music he enjoys drinking hipster coffee, collects video games and loves all sports. Oh, and dogs.

Articles by: Jai Widdowson-Jones

Yellow Gretsch Catalina Jazz drum set with Paiste cymbals against a red brick wall

Best beginner drum sets 2023: top choice acoustic drum kits for beginners

By Jai Widdowson-Jones published

Our pick of great beginner drum sets from the biggest brands in the game

Man wearing headphones plays an Alesis Nitro Mesh drum set

Best beginner electronic drum sets 2023: affordable kits to get you started on your drumming journey

By Jai Widdowson-Jones last updated

Just starting out behind the drums? These are the best beginner electronic drum kits for new players

Young woman sat at an electronic drum set

Best electronic drum sets for kids 2023: our pick of child-friendly electronic drum kits

By Chris Barnes published

Help your child learn to play the drums with these top entry-level e-kits and drum pads, designed with kids in mind

Drummer wearing headphones tweaks a parameter on an electronic drum set module

Best headphones for drummers 2023: sound isolation for the studio, rehearsal room and stage

By Jai Widdowson-Jones last updated

10 great options, including the best headphones for electronic drums

Musicians

5 ways men can be better allies to women in the music industry

By Jai Widdowson-Jones last updated

Back To Live: The reset for touring and performing is a chance to start making lasting changes

Musicians

Essential mental health tips for musicians: how to cope with lockdown and isolation to maintain well-being and creative focus

By Jai Widdowson-Jones published

Now more than ever is the time to take good care of your mind and seek help if needed

The 8 best electronic drum pads: top drum and percussion pads for the studio and stage

Best electronic drum pads 2023: top drum and percussion pads for the studio and stage

By Jai Widdowson-Jones last updated

Explore a world of sound with the best electronic drum pads around, from Roland, Yamaha, Alesis and Nord

Mental health vs touring: a survival guide

By Jai Widdowson-Jones last updated

Life on the road is tough, so here are some tips from pros who've been there, and lived to tell the tale

Jay-Z

This is what happened when our song was sampled by Jay-Z

By Jai Widdowson-Jones last updated

Best of 2019: When Hannah Williams and the Affirmations got the call from Roc Nation, everything changed

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