British Design | Performance Loudspeakers | Experts Since 1972
BIO: Jay is the drummer for the progressive metal band TesseracT, known for his intricate rhythms, technical precision, and unique approach to drumming. With a career spanning almost two decades, Jay has been instrumental in shaping TesseracT’s sound, blending complex time signatures with powerful, emotive grooves. His contributions to the band’s critically acclaimed albums—One, Altered State, Polaris, Sonder, and War of Being—have earned him recognition within the progressive music community and beyond. Jay’s pursuit of new techniques and approaches to rhythm has cemented him as an innovative force in modern drumming.
Jay is also a passionate drum educator, offering mentorship programmes, live masterclasses, and online courses for drummers looking to refine their technique and musicality. His Progressive Drumming Masterclass focuses on practical exercises that develop coordination, rhythm, and creative expression, drawing from his extensive experience as both a performer and teacher.
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"It’s hard to name anything in life that can affect you as positively as sound.
Sound can shift your mood in an instant. A single song can lift you out of a rut, fuel your energy, or bring a sense of calm when everything else feels chaotic.
But it’s more than just background noise. Sound is the setting for some of our core memories. It can take you back to a specific moment in your life with more depth and clarity than a photograph ever could. The first concert you went to. The song you had on repeat during a life-changing summer. The album that got you through heartbreak or carried you through joy.
For me, sound is both nostalgia and discovery.
On one hand, it’s a way to relive some of my favourite moments on stage with TesseracT—the roar of a crowd, the weight of a groove, and the details of every cymbal shimmer and kick drum hit. On the other, it’s a tool for growth, a way for me to explore and gain familiarity with the concepts shaping my own musical path.
That’s why I care so much about what I’m listening through.
Recently, I got my hands and ears on a new set of Monitor Audio Bronze Series 7G speakers, alongside a Vestra W10 subwoofer, and they’ve been a revelation. The clarity, precision, and depth they bring make music and cinema feel alive! Whether I’m revisiting a live performance or diving into new demos, these speakers give me that feeling of being right there in the moment—and that is a rare gift."