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About Steve Lyman
Known for his creative, soulful approach to contemporary music, technical fluidity on the kit and high aptitude for rhythm and independence, Steve Lyman is emerging as one of the leading voices on the drums around the globe.
A deep blend of jazz tradition, electronic, contemporary classical and IDM, Steve Lyman has crafted a unique and vibrant sound on the instrument and is sought out by leading producers, composers, and contemporary musicians globally.
Recent features on the track “Stone Age” by producer Machinedrum (Psyconia); collaborating with Berlin and LA composer Robert Koch, and co-leads a duo drums and modular synth project with Austin White entitled TMPRL in NYC.
Steve Lyman was named No. 2 “Up & Coming” drummer in the 2020 Modern Drummer Magazine Reader’s Poll.
Additionally, Steve Lyman is sought out as a world-renowned educator.
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Steve Lyman is certainly a force to be reckoned with. Initially he was surrounded by classical guitar and flute played by his parents. Steve has always had a knack for composition and has applied it to his drumming. He has worked across many genres—from jazz to funk to intense electronic …