Pendulum Unveil New Drummer Ahead Of May 2010 UK Tour

Pendulum have unveiled their new band member – the much lauded electronic drummer KJ Sawka.

The Seattle based drummer – full name Kevin J Sawka – has previously performed with LTJ Bukem and MC Conrad and recently undertook an acclaimed solo tour of the US.

He replaces Paul Kodish who left Pendulum in 2009 after four years with the band.

Sawka contributed drums to Pendulum's upcoming third album 'Immersion' and will be touring with the band throughout 2010.

'Immersion' is released via Warner Music on May 24. It will be preceded by the single 'Watercolour' on May 3.

Pendulum's UK tour takes in the following dates:

• Belfast Ulster Hall - May 17
• Dublin Olympia - 18
• Edinburgh Corn Exchange - 20
• Blackpool Empress Ballroom - 21
• Doncaster Dome - 22
• Brighton Centre - 25
• Birmingham O2 Academy - 26
• London Wembley Arena - 28
• Cardiff International Arena - 29
• Plymouth Pavilions - 30
• Swindon Oasis Centre - 31

(by Scott Colothan)

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