Mindset and Meaning
Thoughts on growth, identity and intentional living through the lens of Above Average Clothing. Ideas that shape how I build, design and show up — not just what I sell.
Stylish Clothing for Musicians: Beyond the Band Merch
Clothing for musicians doesn’t have to mean band merch or generic streetwear. This guide explores how to build a personal style that reflects your identity, supports how you actually live music, and works across practice, performance, and everyday life — without overthinking it.
Mindset and Meaning Articles
Style & Everyday Wear
Style, fit and everyday wear through the lens of music & identity. From why sublte clothing connects just as well as loud merch to different ways to style your tees and hoodies. Music clothing becomes part of everyday life, and not just something worn at gigs.
Heavyweight Hoodies UK: What Actually Matters (GSM, Fit & Oversized Styles Explained)
A lot of “heavyweight hoodies” don’t actually feel premium — they’re just heavier versions of average designs. In this guide, I break down what a heavyweight hoodie really is, how much it should weigh, and why fit, structure, and everyday wear matter more than GSM alone. Built from the perspective of a UK-based music clothing brand, this is what actually makes a hoodie worth wearing.
Style & Everyday Wear
Music and Identity
This is where music meets identity. How what you wear reflects how you live music — not just what you listen to. From creative direction to collaborations, this is about building something that feels real, wearable, and connected.
Above Average Clothing Ranges Explained
Clothing for musicians in the UK goes beyond band merch. This guide breaks down the Signature, Session, Studio Stitch, and Studio Print ranges from Above Average Clothing — built for practice, performance, and everyday music life.
Music and Identity Articles
Clothing & Product
Why the clothing is the way it is. Fits, fabrics, and the thinking behind each piece — built for movement, comfort, and everyday wear in and around music. No overcomplication, just what actually works.
The Best Sleeveless Tee for Drummers? Why I Created the DRMMR Ice Fabric Tank
Looking for the best sleeveless tee for drummers? Learn how the DRMMR Ice Fabric Sleeveless Tee combines cooling 100% cotton fabric, Q-max performance technology, and unrestricted movement for musicians.
Clothing & Product Articles
Creators & Musicians
For the ones actually doing it — practicing, creating, posting, performing. What to wear, how to show up, and how to build your identity without feeling like you need to prove anything first.
Clothes for Drummers: What to Wear On and Off Stage
What are the best clothes for drummers? For me, it comes down to comfort, movement, durability, and identity. In this article, I explain what drummers really need from their clothing, what I personally wear behind the kit, why sustainability matters, and how the DRMMR identity within Above Average Clothing was built specifically for life on and off stage.
Creators & Musicians Articles
Behind the Brand
The story behind Above Average. Collaborations, ideas, and the reality of building a brand around music, identity, and community — without pretending to have it all figured out.
Nic Collins | DRMMR Identity Interview - Above Average Clothing
A written DRMMR identity interview with touring drummer and educator Nic Collins, exploring discipline, growth, pressure and long-term progress.
Behind the Brand Articles
If you’re here for more than just clothes.
If something you’ve read resonates, there’s more behind it. Above Average Clothing is built around mindset, identity and making better choices where possible — not perfection, just progress.
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