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The Pocket Queen

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The Pocket Queen

About

Paiste Artist Since
October 2010

Nationality
United States

Main Affiliation
Independent

Other Affiliations
Daya
Fifth Harmony

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Biography

Taylor Gordon, professionally known as The Pocket Queen, is a professional drummer, artist, music producer, and content creator celebrated for her electrifying groove and innovative approach to rhythm. A native of New Orleans, she earned a Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music, where she graduated with a degree in Professional Music and Music Business. She has performed with numerous world-renowned artists, including Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, Doja Cat, Dua Lipa, Harry Styles, and many more. Beyond the stage, The Pocket Queen has built a global digital presence, inspiring millions through her online performances, tutorials, and collaborations. She is endorsed by Paiste Cymbals and Vater Percussion, produces for both independent and major label artists, and is the founder of Pocket Loops, a creative startup dedicated to rhythm and sound innovation.

Setup Cymbals

Formula 602 Modern Essentials Hi-Hat
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    Sizes: 14", 15"
    Volume: Medium
    Weight: Medium

    Sound character: Rich, warm, lush, deep. Wide range, complex mix. Giving and responsive feel. Broad, warm open sound. Compact, lush chick sound. Extremely versatile hi-hat, perfectly suited for dynamic, articulated playing in a wide range of styles. “They are just chunky enough, but not overpowering. They are a little more chocolaty than the classic 602s”, describes Vinnie Colaiuta.

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Masters Dark Ride
  • Details

    Sizes: 20", 22"
    Volume: Soft
    Weight: Light

    Sound character: Dark, warm, smoky, breathy. Fairly wide range, complex mix. Soft feel with a quick response. Very well crashable. Controllable, peppery stick sound over a dark layered oriental, smoky wash. A ride cymbal that can easily be used in a small jazz club setting and flourish in other styles such as blues or country music.

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Masters Dark Crash
  • Details

    Sizes: 16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
    Volume: Medium
    Weight: Light

    Sound character: Dark, warm, smoky. Medium wide range, complex mix. Buttery, soft feel with quick response. Rich, dark, mystical crash sound with tender clarity. Extremely lively cymbal for broad accents and crashes in intimate to semi-loud settings. Well suited for delicate ride patterns or mallet swells. «For those guys who really appreciate just having a cymbal that can do everything, the larger Dark Crashes can do anything. Very crash-able, and if you want to ride on them, they will give you all the ride patterns in the world.» - Gregory Hutchinson

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