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Life’s Better with a Backbeat!

Mike Veny Isn’t Just a Speaker & Educator, He’s Also a Studio Drummer, Captivating Performer, & Rhythm Master Who Has Spent His Life Unleashing Ferocious Beats & Unstoppable Grooves!

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When Mike Veny sits behind a drum kit, something electric happens. With over 30 years of professional studio and performance experience, Mike brings a rare combination of power, precision, and passion to every note.

Known for his ferocious backbeat, beautiful drum sound, and unstoppable stage presence, Mike’s playing commands attention and has ignited audiences around the world.

A proud graduate and faculty member of the Long Island High School for the Arts, Mike’s journey has been fueled by inspiration from legends like Dennis Chambers, Ziggy Modeliste, and Rico Lewis, and sharpened under the mentorship of Kim Monroe, Chet Doboe, Jerry Nobile, Dave Rataczjak, Tobias Ralph, and Drori Mondlak.

From the studio to the stage, he has built a reputation as a drummer who doesn’t just keep time—he makes music come alive.

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Accomplishments That Speak Volumes

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Featured in Modern Drummer Magazine, Drum! Magazine, Rhythm Magazine, Drumhead Magazine, and Percussion News advertisements.
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Served as an adjudicator for Guitar Center’s Drum Off—the world’s largest drum competition
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Performed with Nhojj, Nickelodeon’s Dirty Sock Funtime Band, the Hip Pickles Drum Band, the Sunrisers Drum & Bugle Corps, countless pit orchestras, and on seven albums, including Chicago the Musical, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Bad Ideas: A New Musical.
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Collaborated with Jeannine Otis, as featured soloist on the dance rendition of Somewhere Over the Rainbow, which hit the Top Ten on the High Energy Dance Charts across the USA, UK, Italy, and Australia.
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Shared the stage with Leslie Diamond (Rent) and Emmy Award-winning composer Kim Oler (All My Children, The Guiding Light).
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Drummer for sean360x & universoul spiRitual Ankhestra, with sean360x hitting #1 on ReverbNation’s Electronica/Dance charts for 16 weeks.

More Than a Drummer – Also, A Teacher & Leader

For over 25 years, Mike has been inspiring the next generation of drummers through private lessons and drum circles that unlock creativity, rhythm, and connection. For example, he has conducted numerous drum circles for children with special needs and their parents. His teaching style blends technical mastery with the joy of discovery—helping students not only become better drummers, but better musicians.

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What Others Say About Mike Veny, the Drummer

Mike Veny is a dream come true. Not only is he a phenomenal drummer, but he is a genuine and compassionate human being with loads of business sense and marketing skill. He is committed to bring himself and all of his talents fully to every project and brings forth a passion that shines through his performance and enhances the performance of everyone in the ensemble. If you want a drummer to take your music-making, recording or live performance to the next level the best choice hands down is Mike Veny. Book him early, cause his schedule fills up fast.😀

Erika Banks

Mike is one of the most professional musicians I have met. His drum technique is very tasteful and honest! I can’t wait to do another show with Mike in the future! Top Notch!

Pete Mroz

“Mike Veny is a drummer packed with grooves, spirit, and positive vibes. Whenever working with him, I feel his energy and beautiful technique immediately, but above all, he always brings humor and kindness to the stage. Talent backed by warmth and passion, Veny is the best kind of musician!”

Alicia Rau

“I’m often called upon to teach Master Classes all over the world. Walking into some of these situations can be daunting and challenging, not only because the student’s training levels differ from place to place, but because I never know what to expect in the way of music accompaniment. With Mike Veny, I always know that I’m going to have a consistent, attentive, creative musician at my disposal… and for that I’m grateful!”

Michael Trusnovec

“I believe that part of Mike Veny’s enthusiasm comes from the fact that he enjoys playing and he enjoys playing for dance classes. It keeps him truly engaged, and what he offers is fresh. In my experience, teaching master classes can be hit or miss, if the musician isn’t willing or able to “go there” with you in class. Mike goes with me, and he makes my job easier.”

James Frazier