rogdrumz@

Description:

Screen Name:

rogdrumz@

Sex:

M

Age:

48

Studio Musician:

Yes

Level Of Commitment:

Very Committed

Years Playing Music:

35

Gigs Played:

Over 100

Tend to Practice:

1 time per week

Available to Gig:

6-7 time(s) per week

Most available:

Days

Roger Friend’s musical career spans over 3 decades of diverse experience. Touring in more than 90 countries, with jazz, blues, pop and rock groups of all origins, he has the experience of diversity and many international musical elements as his influence. Roger, also an educator and percussion facilitator has the motivation to inspire and encourage aspiring others to grow and achieve on their own paths. Performing clinics and workshops, as well as working with leading manufacturers in drum design is yet another outlet for his deep passion for music and the music and drumming community.

Influences:

Roger Friend
PHONE: Home: 512-992-0226
Cell: 818-606-0303
E-MAIL: ROGDRUMZ@
DRUMMER/PERCUSSIONIST/ CLINICIAN/EDUCATOR/PRODUCER

Creating a musical experience which surpasses the normal, generic level. I bring the element of true dynamics and powerful expression, with a focus on supporting the music. I approach each situation with a focus on groove, but adding coloration and depth. I am also working with several manufacturers, distributors and retailers to further the musical cause and reach the educational and successful potential in each and every situation. I have a true global approach to music.

MUSICAL HIGHLIGHTS:

• Tours & Recordings w/Karl Anthony on NewTone Records
• New Release “20 Years Later”
• Tours & Recordings w/Steve Oliver, Signed with Koch Records. Performing locally and throughout the US. Recorded on “First View” & “3D”
• Tours & Recordings w/Steve Reid’s Bamboo Forest. Signed with Universal Records
• Extensive touring throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia
• International Jazz Festivals, Arenas and Club dates in 1996-2001
• Recorded on CD’s: “Watersign”, “Mysteries” & “Passion in Paradise”
• Recordings with Accidental Tribe & Mango Reality
• Recording and Tours with Tony MacLaren’s “Big Bang” and "Tall Tales"
• Tours w/‘Jazzatopia’ Featuring Mark Antoine, Everett Harp & Slim Man

EDUCATION:
BA, Percussion: UCLA & Musik Akadamin, Stockholm Sweden
PIT Graduate, Hollywood, CA
: Mt. Miguel High School, San Diego, CA (Drum Section Leader 2 years)
Member of Rhythm For Life Organization
Worldwide Clinician and Educator for Numerous Manufacturers

You can also check out:
www.myspace.com/friendproductions -or-
www.myspace.com/rogerfriend

My email address is: rogdrumz@

Thanks!

Equipment List:

ENDORSEMENTS:
TAYE Drums (USA), Sabian Cymbals (Canada), Meinl Percussion (Germany), XL Specialty Cases (USA), Aquarian Drumheads (USA), Trueline Drumsticks (USA)

Audio/Video Downloads

1. Crazy World.mp3
2. Midnight at the Oasis.wma
3. Tear Drop.wma
4. Slow Down.mp3