pman_drums
CONTACT

SEEKING

Band to Join, Vocalist, Vocalist - Tenor, Vocalist - Soprano, Bass Guitar, Keyboard, Piano, Vocalist - Alto, Upright bass.

ABOUT

2024 Dates Currently Seeking:

Piano / Keyboard Player, and Strong Lead Vocalist for Jazz / R&B Soul project.

Professional Drummer/ Percussionist who can also sing Lead and Harmony. Have Rehearsal Space.

Contact:
pmccain dot Mail at G MAIL dot com, 704.222.5962

Completed 2023 sessions and performances with Jazz, Rock, Dance, Contemporary Christian Gospel and acoustic duos. Videos available

About me:
They only let us select 4 music Genres. My playing style has been described as stage aware (listen and watch), dynamically competent, easy going, solid meter and a strong dependable, committed drummer /percussionist delivering what is necessary to every performance.
Solid references available.

Always looking for other pro players that are interested in collaboration of original material or serious about performing Originals, Covers, Classic Rock, Jazz, Funk, classic soul R&B etc. and having fun.

Prepared to perform in a small unplugged acoustic format or a larger electric band format.

Interested in performing in Breweries, wine shops, restaurants, churches, weddings, Private parties, corporate events, street fairs and festivals.

Screen name:
pman_drums
Member since:
May 07 2010
Active within 1 week
Level of commitment:
Committed
Years playing music:
40
Gigs played:
Over 100
Tend to practice:
1 time per week
Available to gig:
2-3 nights a week
Most available:
Nights

Influences

In no particular order, these are only a few drummers and percussionists that have influenced my playing style. Google the bands they have performed with to get an idea.

Willie Green, Bobby Tomlinson, Manu Katche;, Bernard Purdie, Joe Morello, Roger Guth, Kenny Aronoff, Richie Hayward, Max Weinberg, John Bonham, Ringo Starr, Stewart Copeland, Jim Keltner, Steve Gadd, Jeff Porcaro, Max Roach, Buddy Rich, Don Henley, Larry Mullen Jr., Michael Shrieve, Stix Hooper, Ronnie Tutt, Harvey Mason, Jim Capaldi, Phil Ehart, Brian Johnstone, Nigel Olsson, Billy Cobham, Butch Trucks, Chester Thompson, Phil Collins, Airto, Keith Moon, Tito Puente.
......... far too many more to list!
You get the idea though, my musical tastes and styles are all over the spectrum. Jazz, Funk, Zydeco, Country, Classic Rock, Latin, Gospel

Google any of these musicians and you will find solid creative drummers and percussionists many of who are still working today. (some are band leaders)
I collaborate with the song writers and band mates to adapt my playing style for what the artist is looking for. I have plenty of gear to be effective with a small setup or full concert setup.

Instrument experience:

Drums:
Expert
Other Percussion:
Expert
Vocalist - Tenor:
Advanced
Background Singer:
Advanced
Electronic Music:
Advanced

EQUIPMENT

9 piece Yamaha Maple Custom Absolute Drums
Roland TD-15KV V-Drums V-Tour Series Electronic Drum Set
Roland OCTAPAD SPD-30 electronic Digital Percussion Pad
LP Percussion Professional Series Congas, Bongos, Djembe, Cajon
Zildjian Cymbals
Various Hand Percussion

MUSIC