Christian1969

SEEKING

Band to Join, Vocalist, Vocalist - Bass, Vocalist - Baritone, Vocalist - Tenor, Vocalist - Soprano, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums, Keyboard, Piano, Background Singer, Harmonica, Mandolin, Vocalist - Alto, Upright bass, DJ, Electronic Music.

ABOUT

Reliable, musical and experienced/professional drummer looking to connect with other serious musicians in the Portland, OR metro area. Interested in melodic rock/pop originals that go beyond just pounding out bar chords. Comfortable with backing vocals! Can and will play double bass if the part calls for it, but I don't strive to be a "metal" drummer or to be in a metal band.

Screen name:: Christian1969
Member since:: Apr 23 2021; Active within 2 weeks
Level of commitment:: Very Committed
Years playing music:: 30
Gigs played:: Over 100
Tend to practice:: 2-3 times per week
Most available:: Nights

Influences

Bands: Led Zeppelin, Jojo Mayer/Nerve, Jack White (solo mostly), Dead Weather, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Van Halen, ACDC, old school metal (Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Motley Crue, Dio, Metallica, etc.) The Black Keys, Pearl Jam, Weezer, Alice In Chains, STP, The Cars, The Who, Ratt, Rage Against the Machine, QOTSA, Jeff Buckley, Genesis...

Drummers: Jimmy Chamberlain, Jojo Mayer, Benny Greb, Stewart Copeland, Phil Rudd, Nicko McBrain, Dave Grohl, Matt Cameron, Alex Van Halen, Carmine and Vinnie Appice, Steve Gadd, Charlie Watts and, of course, the great John Bonham.

Instrument experience:

Drums:: Expert
Vocalist:: Intermediate

EQUIPMENT

I have two AMAZING professional level kits. They are better than I deserve.

2015 Mapex Saturn Exotix kit (Use 4 pcs for live performances)
2020 Sonor Prolite kit (Use 4 pcs for live performances)
Full range Zildjian cymbal setup
Full range Meinl cymbal setup

I also play a Roland SPD SX pro with electronic drum pads and full sound sampling capabilities. Roland triggers often used on bass and snare drums to expand sound capabilities and adapt to most musical demands.