SEEKING
Band to Join, Vocalist, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Other Percussion, Violin, Saxophone, Keyboard, Electronic Music.ABOUT
Semi-pro rock drummer up for just about anything. 35 years playing drums, bass, guitar, vocals, songwriting and producing for bands from Florida to California. Studio, live, or just jamming--it's all good. Love original music; some well-chosen covers OK. 420 friendly a must!
- Screen name:
- Rick Hines
- Member since:
- Nov 18 2013
- Active within 1 week
- Level of commitment:
- Committed
- Years playing music:
- 35
- Gigs played:
- 10 to 50
- Tend to practice:
- 2-3 times per week
Influences
Mainly influenced by rock drummers from DJ Fontana to Keith Moon to Matt Cameron. Also like jazz and funk rhythms. Not afraid to improvise. I try to just play the music, not think in categories.
Instrument experience:
- Drums:
- Advanced
EQUIPMENT
5-piece Yamaha drum kit, customized with double bass pedals and additonal percussion. Complete studio/rehearsal space with PA and 16-track digital recording.
MUSIC
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I Couldn't Care Less
I Couldn't Care Less Track number: 1 Year: 2013 Album: Not a Thru Street Genre: Rock
Me on everything but bass. Music improvised, edited into song in studio.
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Assembly Line
Assembly Line Track number: 2 Year: 2011 Album: Assembly Line Genre: Rock
Me on drums with band Lost On Our Way. Song by John Murphy.
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Eyeball Skeleton
Eyeball Skeleton Track number: 2 Year: 2012 Album: California Sun Genre: Rock
Me doing everything. Song written by two grade school kids and their dad. I wanted to heart how the song would sound with a "real" band.
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Medicated
Medicated Track number: 2 Year: 2013 Album: Not a Through Street Genre: Rock
Kind of jazzy. Me on drums, vocals, congas, lyrics. Music improvised and edited into a song in studio. About dealing with depression.
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Silent Mind
Silent Mind Track number: 10 Year: 2012 Album: No Victory Genre: Rock
Me on drums with band Lost On Our Way. Song by John Murphy. Our usual kick-ass set closer.
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California Sun
California Sun Track number: 1 Year: 2012 Album: California Sun Genre: Rock
Me on everything. My first attempt at recording stereo drums is a tribute to the Ramones and my new home in California.
