Pat Illingworth first started taking lessons on the drums at 7 years old. Since then he has played with a diverse bunch of musicians both in the studio and live, these include: Dave Stewart (Eurythmics), Sia, 808 State, Jerry Dammers (The Specials), Just Jack, Cinematic Orchestra, Hugh Masekela, Maxi Jazz (Faithless), Colin Blunstone, James Taylor Quartet, Fontella Bass, Zoe Rahman, Heather Small (M People) and Michael Prophet.