ABOUT
I have lived in the Amarillo area for 34 years. I began playing drums at the age of 7 to present that = 47 years. I am a & quote ; self taught drummer, also by watching other drummers, & play by ear kinda guy. Looking for musicians who like to play ALL kinds of music styles and are easy going. No drama please...it's about THE MUSIC, having fun, and getting paid for doing something you love to do. I like to play as close to the original covers as possible. I can also improvise and play the songs to a bands version, twist, or style. IMO if the band is not feeling the music neither is the crowd.
- Screen name:
- MrMike69
- Member since:
- Mar 21 2013
- Active within 1 week
- Level of commitment:
- Committed
- Years playing music:
- 50
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- 2-3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 1 night a week
- Most available:
- Nights
Influences
Just to name a few...
John Bonham (Led Zeppelin)
Vinnie Colaiuta (Frank Zappa/Sting)
Dennis Chambers (Santana/Funkadelic)
Neil Peart (Rush)
Dave Weckl (Chick Corea Electric Band)
Terry Bozzio
Richard Solis (Latin Breed)
Carlos Mendoza.2012 drum off winner
Chente Barrera (Jay Perez)
Carter Beauford (Dave Matthews Band)
Thomas Lang
Steve Gadd (Eric Clapton/Paul McCartney/Bee Gees)
Stewart Copeland (The Police)
Aynsley Dunbar (Journey)
Steve Smith (Journey)
Doug Clifford (Creedence Clearwater Revival)
50's,60's,70's 80's,90's (if the song was hit or popular)...some 00's
Chris Coleman (Isreal Houghton)
Marvin McQuitty (Martha Munizzi)
Instrument experience:
- Drums:
- Advanced
EQUIPMENT
I have 2 drum kits... a 5 piece mini Tama kit for tight spaces and quick setup.
I also have a 12 piece Tama kit with Gibraltar drum rack, off set double bass pedals, various names brand cymbals & drum mics. Roland V drums TD17
