I am a professional musician from the suburbs of Chicago, the creator of the post-industrial/rock/punk supergroup The Joy Thieves, one half of Joy Thieves Productions, and the founder of DrumDaddy: Remote Drum Services.
 

I was also honored to be in the running for the 2026 Grammy award for "Best Alternative Music Performance" for my work with Oakland based, darkwave/alt-rock band, Sword Tongue.

PERFORMER • SESSION MUSICIAN • PRODUCER • MIXING ENGINEER • REMIX ARTIST • CREATOR

I SPEAK MUSICIAN.

25+ years in the music industry have earned me a reputation as an enthusiastic, and dependable collaborator. But more importantly…I listen closely, I communicate clearly, and I truly understand the needs of my fellow musicians. The combination of these two skill sets allows me to help my fellow artists develop their existing sound, so they can make the very most out of their future musical projects.

RECENT AUDIO PROJECTS:

In addition to my work with The Joy Thieves, and the Grammy considered Sword Tongue, recent audio projects include members of Ministry, David Bowie, Killing Joke, PIG, Naked Raygun, Front 242, Faith No More, Rammstein, Garbage, Smashing Pumpkins, Stabbing Westward, Nitzer Ebb, KMFDM, and more. 

WANT TO LEARN MORE?

Listen to my production/mixing demo reel at the bottom of this page, read about my services, and check out some testimonials from some of my past clients. Then, when you're ready to get started, send me a quick note along with some of your music to hear. I would LOVE to discuss the many ways I may be able to help you!

HERE'S WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING…

“…Dan doesn't try to bend your sound to him, but rather, he finds what is the most 'you' in your art. Then he carefully crafts the sound, not just to your vision, but light-years beyond what you hoped it could be...”
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“…the drums he sent were so good that they literally transformed the song…I was hooked and there was no turning back...”
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“…I was astonished with what he did with my vocals regarding placement to fit his remix. I don't know that I've ever heard a remix so meticulously cared for…”
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“…raw energy and intricate patterns make Dan Milligan a standout force in the world of drumming…”
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“…Dan is a rare talent. He has the vision of an artist and is a genius at the mixing board. Dan is nothing short of a secret weapon…”

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