SEEKING

Band to Join, Vocalist, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Bass Guitar, Saxophone, Keyboard, Piano, Harmonica, Mandolin, Fiddle.

ABOUT

Salutations! My name is Isaiah Ives! I am energetic drummer based in the metro Athens/ Atlanta area. I have over a decade of experience performing with numerous different successful bands and projects in the cities of Boston and Greenville, SC! I am also comfortable and proficient in playing in numerous different genres of music; Notably, rock, fusion, alternative, folk, singer-songwriter, pop, punk, and blues! I am known for my musical aptitudes/ excellent listening ear, improvisational skills, energy, and drive. I love playing music with others and I’m currently seeking other talented and ambitious musicians to start a band/project in the Athens area! Feel free to take a look at some of the music linked on my Bandmix page. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions! I hope you enjoy!

Screen name:
IsaiahIvesDrums
Member since:
May 08 2024
Active within 1 week
Level of commitment:
Very Committed
Years playing music:
20
Gigs played:
50 to 100
Tend to practice:
More than 3 times per week
Available to gig:
2-3 nights a week
Most available:
Nights

Influences

I have a wide variety of eclectic influences, some notable ones include…
The Who
Cream
The Grateful Dead
The Beatles
Jefferson Airplane
The Doors
Led Zeppelin
The Kinks
Heart
Queen
The Rolling Stones
Johnny Costa
The Pogues
The Velvet Underground
Black Sabbath

I also am heavily influenced by numerous different drummer! These include…
Ginger Baker
Keith Moon
John Bonham
Ringo Starr
Billy Cobham
Moe Tucker
Stewart Copeland
Bill Ward
Roger Taylor
Max Roach
Michael Shrieve
Gene Krupa
John Densmore
Mitch Mitchell

Instrument experience:

Drums:
Expert
Other Percussion:
Advanced

EQUIPMENT

I principally perform using two different drum sets depending on the gig, venue, and genre…
-Gretsch Catalina Club Set
-Ludwig Vistalite Set

MUSIC