SEEKING
Band to Join.ABOUT
Ben is seeking recording and/or performing opportunities with established known artists and/or bands. Ben is comfortable on small stages and on stadium sized gigs.
Ben is also seeking musicians to collaborate with, Bass, Keys, Guitar, Horns. Looking for a Jazz collaboration.
Ben Greenspan has been drumming most of his life, dedicating years to perfect his unique and versatile talent. Fortunately, this provided the platform for Ben to play with diverse groups of genres with Long Island NY's top bands.
Ben’s inspiration began with his first attendance at the age of five watching Buddy Rich and from there, he knew what he wanted to do – become a drummer.
From rock and roll bands Like Led Zeppelin to classical orchestral arrangements to the influences of Jazz greats like Chick Corea, and Herbie Hancock, his technique incorporates all these elements. Ben is comfortable playing pretty much any style of music including Jazz, Rock, Disco, Reggae, Latin, Calypso, Big Band Jazz, Funk, Folk, Country, etc..
His effortless ability to assimilate into any situation and his style is well known in the music scene.
Contact Ben: bgreen77optonline dot net
516-375-1943
- Screen name:
- Ben Greenspan
- Member since:
- Aug 19 2015
- Active over 1 month ago
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years playing music:
- 20
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- More than 3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 6-7 nights a week
- Most available:
- Nights
Influences
Bands: Led Zeppelin, Allman Brothers, Yes, Chick Corea, Earth Wind & Fire, Chicago, James Brown, Aerosmith, Weather Report, Prince, Red Hot Chili Peppers, many many more.
Drummers: Weckl, Smth, Bonham, Gadd, Chambers, Ringo, Erskine, Hakim, many, many more.
Instrument experience:
- Drums:
- Expert
EQUIPMENT
4 pc Mapex Pro M "Manhattan" Kit, all Maple Shells. Small kit designed for small spaces but when Mic'd can fill a stadium.
5pc Mapex "Saturn" Kit, Maple and Walnut Shells. Big sound, great tone.
Roland TD20 Electric Kit. Great sounds, very versatile.
Gig ready, either around the block or around the Globe.
Contact : bgreen77@optonline dot net
MUSIC
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Fred - Allan Holdsworth
Fred - Allan Holdsworth Genre: Jazz
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Love Under The Sun - Ramona
Love Under The Sun - Ramona Genre: Pop
Written and Performed by Ramona
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No More Love Songs - Kathleen Steadman
No More Love Songs - Kathleen Steadman Genre: Pop
Written and Performed by Kathleen Steadman
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Rock & Roll - Led Zeppelin
Rock & Roll - Led Zeppelin
Cover song - Performed by Dawnette Darden and Signify
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Sexy Mofo - Prince
Sexy Mofo - Prince Genre: Funk
Performed by Dawnette Darden and Signify.