Ian Matthews is an English musician, best known as a drummer for rock band Kasabian. Prior to Kasabian he played with a number of local Bristol bands, such as K-Passa, Ilya]and Milk. He met Kasabian when they were recording their first single "Processed Beats" in Bristol. He also played on "Butcher Blues", another track from Kasabian's self-titled debut album, and "Beneficial Herbs", a B-side to "Cutt Off" single. He was asked to tour with them shortly and became a permanent member in April 2005.