Karnataka say: "In recent years we've been working with session drummers to ensure we had the best possible person in the drum seat, and we've been very fortunate to have worked with some of the UK's top musicians.

"However, we've always felt that it would be great to have the best possible drummer who was also a band member and part of the team, playing a full role in songwriting and arrangements.

"Enter Jimmy, who hails from Lyon in France and is now based in London. He's already bringing a fresh energy and dynamic to the band's sound and the new album. We look forward to sharing that with you soon."