On-Screen Drummer for Film & TV
Authentic Drumming for Film, Television & Media
Kenny “Beedy Eyes” Smith is an award-winning Chicago drummer available for productions that need authentic on-screen drumming and a real musician behind the kit.
With decades of professional experience on stages and in studios, Kenny brings natural movement, deep musical feel, and the ability to shape a performance around the scene, the music, and the production’s direction.
When the Drumming Needs to Look Real
On camera, the details matter. The way a drummer holds the sticks, moves behind the kit, reacts to the band, and connects physically to the rhythm all help make a performance believable.
Kenny brings the instincts of a working professional drummer to the screen. He can perform to the needs of the scene, respond to direction, and help the musical moment look and feel authentic without overplaying it.
What Kenny Brings On Camera
Authentic Musicianship
Real technique, timing, coordination, and feel from a drummer whose career has been built behind the kit.
Natural Performance
Years of live and studio work translate to confident, believable movement and musical interaction on camera.
Direction & Adaptability
Kenny can adjust intensity, movement, and musical approach to fit the scene, playback, and creative direction.
Professional Preparation
Prepared, dependable, communicative, and focused on helping the production get what it needs from the performance.
Available for Music-Driven Productions
Film & Television
On-screen drummer roles, band scenes, performance scenes, and music-driven moments that need believable drumming.
Commercial & Branded Media
Professional drummer performance for commercials, campaigns, branded content, and other filmed media.
Music Video & Digital Content
Authentic on-camera performance for music videos, artist content, promotional pieces, and digital productions.
A Career Built Behind the Kit
Kenny’s on-camera value begins with real-world musicianship. His career includes international touring, festival performances, studio recording, production, and decades of working with respected artists and musicians.
His recording work includes contributions to six Grammy-nominated albums, including the Grammy-winning Joined at the Hip. He is also a four-time Blues Music Award winner for Instrumentalist—Drums, with additional recognition from Living Blues and the Blues Blast Music Awards.
For a production, that means the drummer on screen is not imitating the part—he understands how the music is supposed to feel.
For Casting & Production Teams
When reaching out, share as much production information as you can. Helpful details include:
- Production type and role
- Proposed shoot date or date range
- Location
- Scene or performance description
- Whether the drumming will be live, performed to playback, or matched to existing music
- Any visual references, music, wardrobe notes, or production requirements already available
Bring Authentic Drumming to the Screen
If your production needs a real drummer who can bring musical credibility, professional presence, and the right feel to the scene, tell Kenny about the project.
Share the production details, schedule, location, and what you need from the performance so Kenny can determine availability and fit.
DISCUSS YOUR PRODUCTION
ken@beedyeyes.com
773-726-7343
Chicago-based | Available for select film, television, commercial and media productions, and travel