Jharis Yokley | Vic Firth Drum Set Artist

Jharis Yokley

My Brightest Diamond, Jose James, Chris Bullock

Jharis Yokley started playing at 3 in church and hasn't stopped since. Graduated from Berklee in 2014 then moved to NYC in 2016. Since graduating, Yokley has played with Gabriel Garzon-Montano, Dj Premier, My Brightest Diamond, Jose James, Chance the Rapper, Danilo Perez and many more.

Jharis Yokley

in 3

1

MOST MEMORABLE NEXT-LEVEL PERFORMANCE

When I was in high school Joey DeFrancesco visited for a clinic and I got to play with him. I was nervous the whole time but I felt like that experience inspired me and motivated me to practice more.

2

WHAT DRIVES YOUR CREATIVITY?

My peers.

3

WHY DO YOU CHOOSE VIC FIRTH?

I choose Vic Firth because the quality and variety is unmatched!

Behind the kit

Meinl Cymbals - Jharis Yokley - "Good Run"

Meinl Cymbals - Jharis Yokley - "JUS DE-SIDE"

Meinl Cymbals - Jharis Yokley - "Free"

Photo Credits:
Profile, Artist In 3: Jay Pinho - @jaypinho
Header: Blue Amber - @blueamberphoto