Chris_in_Jax

ABOUT

I am an experienced drummer who's performed and recorded in a wide variety of musical situations. I've played large and small venues including arenas, bars, clubs, concert halls, convention centers, Nashville clubs, and even the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. I've played country, rock, pop, funk, swing, blues, and more. I am a disciplined studio musician who can create and play to backing tracks, loops, and click tracks.

Screen name:: Chris_in_Jax
Member since:: Oct 18 2020; Active within 1 week
Level of commitment:: Just for Fun
Years playing music:: 40
Tend to practice:: More than 3 times per week

Influences

Rock/Blues/Pop Bands: Chicago, Earth Wind & Fire, Toto, Aerosmith, Van Halen, Allman Brothers, Police/Sting, Journey, SRV, Kenny Wayne Shepard, Tom Petty, Eagles, James Gang, Goo Goo Dolls, Foo Fighters, Stray Cats/Brian Setzer, Led Zepplin, Collective Soul.
Country: Johnny Cash, Hank Williams Jr., David Allan Coe, Jason Aldean, Keith Urban, Luke Combs, Jon Pardy, Brad Paisley, Randy Houser, Miranda Lambert, Montgomery Gentry, Jake Owen, David Nail
Drummers: Vinnie Colaiuta, Jeff Porcaro, Gregg Bissonette, Carter Beauford, Steve Smith, Nick D'Virgilio, Mike Johnston, John Bonham, Stewart Copeland, Rich Redmond, Jim Riley, Bernard Purdie.

Instrument experience:

Drums:: Advanced
Other Percussion:: Advanced

EQUIPMENT

My primary acoustic kit is a Pearl Session Studio Select, which is a Birch/Mahogany Blend. The kit can be configured to suit any type of music - and can be converted to be 100% electronic as well. I also have a wide variety of snares, Zildjian cymbals, and acoustic percussion to meet the needs of any situation. I have a small custom cocktail kit perfect for acoustic acts in small venues. I have two cajons with a variety of sound options.

In addition to the acoustic equipment, I own a variety of Roland electronic drums and modules including a TD-27KVX, TD-11K, Octapad, SPD One, and an SPD-SX. This equipment provides the ability to create highly customizable hybrid setups. I can produce loops and backing tracks for any style of music.