Kyle Norwood Joins TWOFEW: A Rhythmic Reunion Years in the Making

Kyle Norwood cutting drums to a record he wrote and recorded with Michael Jon in a major recording studio.

Starting this fall, TWOFEW is adding more weight to every beat—with Kyle Norwood now officially behind the drums.

If you’ve been around the Arizona music scene long enough, you already know the name. Kyle’s not just another percussionist stepping into the spotlight—he’s someone who’s been in the trenches with us before. And now, he’s back—this time, with a sharper edge, a tighter focus, and a band ready to go all in.

Kyle isn’t new to the TWOFEW family. He and frontman Michael Lazar go back more than a decade to their days playing together in the alt-rock outfit Complicate/Simple. That stretch of time? It wasn’t just a band history. It was a musical foundation that still holds weight.

Their chemistry doesn’t need warming up. It’s already there, built over years of studio sessions, sweaty live sets, and the kind of musical trust you just can’t manufacture. Bringing that history into TWOFEW isn’t a gamble—it’s a natural evolution.

Michael Jon and Kyle Norwood Perform Live at the CD Release Party for Complicate/Simple's New Record, "Blue" at Last Exit Live in October of 2016. Read Full Story Here: https://javamagaz.com/complicate-simple-blue-ep/

Built-in Chemistry, Battle-Tested and Ready

This move didn’t come out of nowhere. Over the years, Kyle and Michael have cut tracks that still hit, written songs that pulled from real places, and built a sound rooted in emotion and power. That connection never faded—it just waited for the right moment.

That moment is now.

Kyle’s style walks a fine line—he can drive a chorus into the stratosphere and still carve out just enough space to let a lyric breathe. His background runs deep into rock and indie, but he’s always had one ear tilted toward what’s next. That forward-thinking mindset makes him a perfect fit for where TWOFEW is heading.

More Than a Drummer—He’s a Force

There’s no shortage of talented drummers. But finding someone who knows when not to play? That’s rarer than you’d think. Kyle has that instinct. He doesn’t chase fills. He follows feel.

Onstage, he’s all pulse and pressure—lifting every note, locking into every transition, and giving the band a backbone that doesn’t budge. Offstage, he’s quiet, steady, and always tuned into the song above all else.

Michael Jon Kyle Norwood have worked together extensively over the past 12 years, spending time together in a band for 10 years in their last project (Complicate/Simple). Their final release was a full length album called "Blue."

This isn’t someone looking to show off. He’s here to make the music feel bigger. And in TWOFEW, that’s exactly the kind of presence we’ve been looking for.

From Complicate/Simple to TWOFEW—And Now, Forward

Ask anyone who’s seen Kyle and Michael share a stage—it’s like watching two halves of the same engine working in sync. They know where the other is going before the downbeat hits. They don’t need cues. They don’t need reminders. They just play.

That’s the kind of connection you can’t fake. And with TWOFEW’s current lineup evolving, bringing that rhythm back into the fold made perfect sense.

Complicate/Simple was where it all began. But TWOFEW? That’s where it levels up. New sound. New stages. Same pulse, refined and recharged.

What to Expect This Fall

This isn’t just a band update. It’s a new chapter—and it’s already shaping up to be the loudest one yet.

With Kyle behind the kit, expect every live set to move with more gravity. Every track to feel tighter. Every transition to hit with purpose. The shows coming this fall are going to sound different—in the best way possible.

Kyle digging into TWOFEW's first two albums in preparation for fall in his Studio in Massachusetts.

We’re already deep into writing, rehearsals, and lining up what’s next. The shows, the new recordings, the energy—it’s all got that new weight behind it. And it’s coming your way.

Stay Plugged In

Kyle’s debut with TWOFEW kicks off this fall. Keep an eye on our socials, tour updates, and studio sessions to catch a glimpse of what’s coming.

This isn’t just another drummer joining a band. It’s a full-circle moment—and the start of something heavier, louder, and more locked-in than ever before.

🎹 TWOFEW 🎹 has found its 🥁 rhythm 🥁. And it’s hitting harder than ever.