Drummer · Louisville, Kentucky
Miguel A. Monroy is a Louisville-based drummer and Dixon Drums & Hardware artist. He performs with Some Swords and founded The Sonora Project, a jazz/fusion ensemble.
He also served as Director of Business & Content Development for Modern Drummer, the world’s largest drum magazine.
Dixon Drums & Hardware Artist
Rock · Drums
Miguel plays drums for Some Swords.
The band released The Eve of the End in 2021.
The Eve of the End
Second Album · In Production Recording is complete, with mixing and mastering underway. A release is tentatively planned for early 2027.
Jazz / Fusion · Founder & Drummer
Miguel founded The Sonora Project, a five-piece jazz/fusion ensemble.
The group released its self-titled EP in 2019.
The Sonora Project
Former Band · Drums
Miguel previously played drums with We Came From Stars.
He played on the band’s 2023 album, The Call of the Void.
The Call of the Void
Recording Credit · Drums
Miguel recorded drums for the 2011 EP, which includes “Rock of Ages.”
About Miguel · The Drum Industry
At Modern Drummer, Miguel’s work spanned editorial content, digital publishing, and business development.
As Director of Business & Content Development, he helped shape the magazine’s content and digital presence, working with artists, educators, and manufacturers across the drum industry.
His background also includes founding LouisvilleDrummer.com and teaching drumset and percussion through the University of Louisville Community Music Program.
Some Swords
The Sonora Project
We Came From Stars · Music video
Miguel performed regularly with Ryan Marsh.
These sessions were recorded live in the studio.
Live in the studio with Ryan Marsh
Live Studio Sessions
Remote Session
Miguel, Ryan Marsh, and Joe Ficarra recorded this cover remotely during the pandemic.
Remote cover · Miguel Monroy, Ryan Marsh & Joe Ficarra
Miguel’s solo work explores drums and synthesizers, including performances on both instruments simultaneously.
Alongside these recordings is his drum interpretation of “Day One” from Interstellar.
Drum interpretation · Interstellar soundtrack
Covers & Solo Recordings