Craig Blundell (born 18 July 1973)[1][2] is a British drummer, who has toured with Steven Wilson and Steve Hackett.

[7] He cites his influences as Clive Deamer of Roni Size/Reprazent, Vinnie Colaiuta, Jeff Porcaro of Toto, Phil Collins of Genesis and Brand X, Billy Cobham, Michael Giles of King Crimson, Neil Peart of Rush, Terry Williams of Dire Straits, Dave Lombardo of Slayer and Clive Burr of Iron Maiden.

[8] He has played with members of King Crimson, Dire Straits,[9] Genesis,[3] Deep Purple, Iron Maiden, Porcupine Tree[1] and Rainbow.

[12] He found himself gravitating towards progressive rock and was a fan of King Crimson and Yes, he received his big break when drummer Marco Minnemann mentioned his name when doing a gig with Joe Satriani which led to him getting a job with Steven Wilson of Porcupine Tree who he was a "massive" fan of.

[13] In 2018, Blundell announced that he would be joining Steve Hackett on tour for the first time, replacing long-time drummer Gary O'Toole two weeks after his departure.