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Darrin Mooney

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Darrin Mooney
Birth nameDarrin Shane Mooney
Born (1967-04-26) 26 April 1967 (age 57)
Merton, London, England
GenresAlternative rock, indie rock
Occupation(s)Session drummer, percussionist
Instrument(s)Drums, percussion
Years active1986–present

Darrin Shane Mooney (born 26 April 1967) is an English musician and session drummer, best known for his work with Primal Scream and Gary Moore.[1]

Mooney started playing at the age of 12 at school. Mooney attended Raynes Park High School. Throughout his school years, he played in various school bands and orchestras, playing both drums and percussion. At the age of 18, Mooney went along to a NYJO (National Youth Jazz Orchestra) rehearsal in London and was inspired as he watched the others play.[2]

In 1997 he joined Primal Scream and worked with Gary Moore from 2001. He has also played with China Black, Matt Bianco, Ragga Twins, Bonnie Tyler, Martin Barre and others.[3]

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References

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  1. ^ "Drummerszone artists – Darrin Mooney". Drummerszone.com. Retrieved 3 July 2014.
  2. ^ "Darrin Mooney". Natal Drums. 31 July 2013. Archived from the original on 14 July 2014. Retrieved 3 July 2014.
  3. ^ Stuart Saunders. "Official Site". Blue to Brown. Retrieved 3 July 2014.
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