Howard Nunnelly

Ella Langley

Spending his formative years in Joplin, Missouri, and currently residing in Nashville, Tennessee, Howard Nunnelly has dedicated his life to becoming a chameleon on the drums. Howard took the church stage at 9 years old, and soon after took his talents across the US as a teen with pop artists, rap artists, and worship groups. After dropping out of college and moving to Nashville, Nunnelly found a home in country music, currently on tour playing arenas and stadiums with artist Ella Langley.

Howard Nunnelly is endorsed by Vic Firth, Paiste Cymbals, and SJC Custom Drums. Notable tours include Ella Langley's Hungover Tour (Sold Out), Ella Langley's Still Hungover Tour (Sold Out), support for Morgan Wallen, HARDY, Eric Church, among others.

TV appearances include The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon, and The Today Show, ACM Awards, CMA Awards, CMA Fest Live @ Nissan Stadium.

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Most Memorable Next-Level Performance?

In November 2025, I played two back to back sold out nights at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville,TN with Ella Langley. Those shows were truly incredible, and meant the most to me out of any other moment in my music journey and career.
What Drives Your Creativity?

My creativity is driven by a desire to push myself outside of my comfort zone.
Why Do You Choose Vic Firth?

I choose Vic Firth because of their consistency. Every pair of sticks is perfectly balanced, they last me through heavy hitting live shows, achieve superior tone, and are all made in the US. I only play what I love - so I'll only ever use Vic Firth.