C&C Drum Co. is a small, independent company based in Gladstone, Missouri. We are comprised of musicians and craftsmen who share a common bond, the love of music. This bond connects us to our drums and the people who play them. We’ve never tried to be the flavor of the moment or cater to the latest whim. Our goal has always been to build something of lasting value. We are dedicated to making the best drums we possibly can—drums that will outlive us to become a legacy.
C&C Drum Co. is a small, independent company based in Gladstone, Missouri. We are comprised of musicians and craftsmen who share a common bond, the love of music. This bond connects us to our drums and the people who play them. We’ve never tried to be the flavor of the moment or cater to the latest whim. Our goal has always been to build something of lasting value. We are dedicated to making the best drums we possibly can—drums that will outlive us to become a legacy.
Oklahoma native, James McAlister, is a Los Angeles-based drummer who, also, is a composer, producer, and engineer. James joined the group, Ester Drang, in the 90's. He has done session work and toured with several recording artists, including Sufjan Stevens, Pedro the Lion, Aqueduct, Avril Lavigne, and Eric Hutchinson.
A vinyl reissue of Ester Drang's 2001 landmark album, Goldenwest, was released in September.