{"id":6,"name":"5B Wood","description":"Very responsive, comfortable and balanced stick with acorn tip. Versatile stick.\r\n\r\nAlso available in Sugar Maple, Nude Series, Eternal Black, Color Wrap and Extended Play Series.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\"Vater makes the best sticks out there by far and if it wasn't for them I'd just be air drumming!! I choose the 5B because it's not to skinny and not too fat, I get the power and the speed that I need.\" - Brann Dailor [Mastodon]\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\"There's only only stick that can deliver the Death Punch and it's Vater! I need a stick that's the perfect balance of weight, length and durability. The only one  I've found that delivers is the Vater 5B.\" -Jeremy Spencer [Five Finger Death Punch]\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\"The only stick that can stand up to the abuse night after night\" - Kent Diimmel [In This Moment]\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\"My stick of choice has changed extremely little over my 25+ years as a drummer. The Vater 5B allows me enough girth for power and loudness while allowing just the right lightness for jazz and other dynamic playing.\" – Claude Coleman [Ween/Eagles of Death Metal]\r\n","product_code":"VH5BW","category":{"id":3,"name":"American_Hickory","description":null,"created_at":"2015-01-09T16:27:13.943Z","updated_at":"2015-01-09T16:27:13.943Z"},"dimensions_length":16.0,"dimensions_diameter":0.605,"tip_shape":"acorn","nylon":false,"upc_level_1":"Wood:641652016010\u003cbr\u003eNylon:641652015013","upc_level_2":"Wood:641652016027\u003cbr\u003eNylon:641652015020","features":[{"id":85,"content":"Vater is excited to welcome \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.vater.com/#!/artists/1670\"\u003eTucker Rule\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/b\u003e as a Vater Drumstick Artist! \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTucker Rule is a touring and session drummer who currently resides in Brooklyn, NY.  At 18 his mother purchased him a drum kit and  the rest is history. He started his musical career in the NJ post-hardcore band, \u003cb\u003eThursday\u003c/b\u003e, and has been working hard ever since.  Over years in the business, he has proven himself to be a high energy presence on stage.  \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTucker has toured the world countless times with some amazing bands such as \u003cb\u003eThursday\u003c/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eThe Wanted\u003c/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eYellowcard\u003c/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMy Chemical Romance\u003c/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eMurphy's Law\u003c/b\u003e to name a few.  Tucker has also released the Tucker Rule Signature Drum Sample Library for \u003ca href=\"https://drumsamples.com/products/tucker-rule-signature-series-thursday\"\u003eDrumsamples.com\u003c/a\u003e , which contains over 2,500 drum samples at multiple velocities on multiple kits and snares for your digital recording needs.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nWhether he is playing in a studio session, working on song writing and arrangements, teaching lessons or on the road, Tucker's passion clearly lives behind the kit.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTucker is currently on tour with \u003ca href=\"https://www.frank-iero.com/\"\u003eFrank Iero and The Future Violents\u003c/a\u003e . Tucker was also featured for a week in early 2019 as guest drummer for Late Night with Seth Meyers 8G Band. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \r\nTucker is now using the \u003ca href=\"https://www.vater.com/#!/product/6\"\u003eVater 5B\u003c/a\u003e drumstick model in wood tip. \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e“I’m so pumped to play the Vater 5B’s. Perfect weight and perfect feel for a perfect match!”\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/i\u003e \u003cb\u003e- Tucker Rule\u003c/b\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nPhoto: Brian Diaz","product_id":6,"artist_id":1670,"created_at":"2019-04-25T14:54:06.560Z","updated_at":"2019-04-25T15:10:59.542Z","headline":"Tucker Rule Switches To Vater","section":"news","active":true}],"videos":[{"id":1952,"name":null,"description":null,"url":"cugyL2mmx4M","created_at":"2021-09-22T00:13:50.145Z","updated_at":"2021-09-22T00:13:50.145Z"},{"id":460,"name":null,"description":null,"url":"fHD4yy227kM","created_at":"2015-06-03T15:37:03.274Z","updated_at":"2015-06-03T15:37:03.274Z"},{"id":653,"name":null,"description":null,"url":"DZkiRdx87nE","created_at":"2016-05-24T15:13:04.421Z","updated_at":"2016-05-24T15:13:04.421Z"}],"images":[{"id":3956,"name":null,"description":null,"url":"http://d1ddcyhpiln414.cloudfront.net/products_fullres/Vater_5b_w.jpg","created_at":"2021-07-27T23:42:34.649Z","updated_at":"2021-07-27T23:42:34.649Z"}],"related_products":[{"id":981951,"name":"Zero Pad","description":"In response to demand for a soft style practice pad version, but available at music retail, we have added the Zero Pad to the already popular Vater Chop Builder Pad product range.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nA simplified, one size and color scheme version of a pad concept that have been around for many years in slight variations, the Zero Pad’s plush surface material and ¾” thickness [19.05mm/1.90cm] gives drummers another pad offering that has minimal rebound as compared to a traditional gum rubber pad - making the player focus, fine tune and strengthen their sticking mechanics and technique.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThe Vater version is single-sided, measures 11” [279.4mm/27.94cm] in diameter and is quiet in volume due to the nature of the pad material. 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It allows for a great subtle feel for ghost notes, along with strength for hitting hard rimshots.\" - Nik Hughes [BUSH]","product_code":"VHC5BW","category":{"id":1,"name":"American Hickory","description":null,"created_at":"2015-01-09T16:26:52.068Z","updated_at":"2015-01-09T16:26:52.068Z"},"dimensions_length":16.0,"dimensions_diameter":0.595,"tip_shape":"acorn","nylon":false,"images":[{"id":3940,"name":null,"description":null,"url":"http://d1ddcyhpiln414.cloudfront.net/products_fullres/Vater_Classics_5B_w.jpg","created_at":"2021-07-27T21:51:50.824Z","updated_at":"2021-07-27T21:51:50.824Z"}]},{"id":358,"name":"55BB","description":"Manufactured in response to consumer requests, the 55AA and 55BB models offer just a little extra reach for the 5A and 5B player's without adding a bunch of weight or compromising the feel of the sticks. 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The unfinished stick leaves a comfortable sanded grip that is perfect for drummers who have problems with stick slippage due to hand sweat while performing.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\"I discovered good wood in 1993...so should you. Play Vater.\" - Sean Kinney [Alice In Chains]\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\"I’ve been using the same Vater 5B’s for years until they came up with the “Nude “ line which strips the varnish off the stick to give it more of a grip. This really helps when it’s hot and my hands are sweating. Keeps the stick in the hand..Great!” - Matt Abts [Gov't Mule]\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003ca href=\"http://www.vater.com/media/reviews/NudeMonsterReview_MDJuly06.pdf\"\u003eClick here to see a review. 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The medium sized acorn tip delivers warm but articulate tones from around the kit.\r\n\u003cbr/\u003e\u003cbr/\u003e\r\n\u003cem\u003e“Offering balance, consistency, great feel and ultimate durability. My Vaters bring me pure joy and peace of mind. My search is over….I have found my sticks!!!” Abe Cunningham [Deftones]  \u003c/em\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\"Although this is an extra-long stick, it didn’t feel oversized. In fact, it had a great combination of forward-leaning throw and nimble rebound. If you play anything like Cunningham, whose style features a lot of intricate flourishes as well as aggressive backbeats and fills, then you’ll find everything you need in this stick. 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I choose the Vater 5B because it's not to skinny and not too fat, I get the power and the speed that I need.\"","created_at":"2015-01-09T16:27:50.491Z","updated_at":"2016-01-22T02:29:42.879Z","bio":"When bands sign to a major label, their music sometimes becomes more mainstream. Not Mastodon.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nBlood Mountain, the group's third album, their first for Reprise Records isn't just unconventional, it's surreal, progressive and unrepentantly heavy. Instead of writing songs for rock radio, Mastodon drew inspiration from within, combining their favorite musical styles, including thrash, doom, prog and psychedelic metal to concoct something utterly original, undeniably devastating and irrefutably entrancing .\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\"This album is a nice collaboration of everybody's character and individuality,\" says singer and bassist Troy Sanders. \"I always felt we were four unique individuals making up the band, and we've combined to make a meal with wicked ingredients. But most important, everything we do is completely pure and honest.\"\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\"The Wolf Is Loose\" starts as shouty crust punk, then lunges into a futuristic metal passage before tumbling into a driving doom riff and a booming vocal harmony. \"Crystal Skull\" progresses from a sinister lick reminiscent through a frantic series of chugging rhythms, angular lines and off-kilter beats. And \"Colony Of Birchmen,\" which features Queens Of The Stone Age frontman Josh Homme, wraps chunky guitars and ethereal arpeggios around moody melodic vocals. Other songs also showcase guests; Mars Volta frontman Cedric Bixler appears on \"Siberian Divide\" and Ikey Owen plays keyboards on \"Pendulous Skin.\"\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe music of Blood Mountain isn't all that separates Mastodon from the hordes of trendy metal bands. The lyrics are also pretty out there. Like Mastodon's remarkable 2004 record Leviathan - which earned Album of the Year honors in Revolver, Blood Mountain is a brain-teasing concept album. But while Leviathan was based on Herman Melville's 1851 novel \"Moby Dick,\" Mastodon hatched the multi-tiered plot for the new album out of their own demented minds. The disc tells the story of a quest to ascend Blood Mountain to find a crystal skull, reach the top and insert the skull inside the bandmembers' own heads in order to eradicate \"reptile brain\" and transport them to the next phase of human evolution. Of course, the trek is far from simple.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\"Pretty much anything that can happen on a mountain does,\" says drummer Brann Dailor, who writes the lyrics along with Sanders and guitarist Brent Hinds. \"We get lost, face starvation, have to kill our own food and eat it. We get trapped in an avalanche and we meet all these creatures along the way.\" Ah, the creatures, the inhabitants that make Mastodon's journey so treacherous - and so cool. In \"The Wolf Is Loose\" the guys almost die fleeing a ravenous wolf, then during \"Colony Of Birchmen\" they come across a race composed of small tree people who link together to form a single, giant treeman, while in \"Circle Cysquatch\" they bump into a species of one eyed yeti. But just when they think the Sasquatch will tear them apart and eat them, the beasts show compassion and intelligence. \"It turns out they're wonderful, loving creatures, and they give us guidance and mental power,\" Sanders says.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIf it seems like the members of Mastodon have been watching too much \"Lord Of The Rings,\" take note: Their journey up Blood Mountain was as inspired by their counter culture lifestyle as by their DVD collections. And the phantasmagoric quality of the expedition parallels some of the strange dreams they've had and states of consciousness they've experienced in their own lives. \"I wanted it all to be kind of acid trippy,\" Dailor says. \"In one part, there are lines about chewing up different roots on the mountain and hallucinating, and things kind of get messy from there.\"\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\"In 'Siberian Divide' we get trapped under a bunch of snow from a small avalanche and then our bodies encounter brain freeze and we trip the fuck out,\" elaborates Sanders. \"We think our wrists are food and start to gnaw on our own wrists for the little bit of warmth that's left inside, ultimately bleeding to death.\"\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nPsychedelic imagery notwithstanding, Blood Mountain is ultimately a metaphor for the obstacles and triumphs Mastodon have encountered since they began their musical crusade. The band formed in 2000 shortly after ex-Lethargy and ex-Today Is The Day members Dailor (drums) and Bill Kelliher (guitar) moved from Rochester, New York to Atlanta. One night, during a High On Fire show, the two met ex-Four Hour Fogger bassist Sanders and guitarist Hinds and started talking underground metal.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\"We were all familiar with each other's histories,\" says Sanders, \"because we were fans of Today Is The Day. And Bill had seen our band play opening for Neurosis when he was visiting Atlanta in '98. They said they needed a second guitar player and a bass player to form this new band, and we were like, 'Well, hey, dude, here we are. Hell, yeah.' Two or three days later, we were down in the practice space making a racket just to see if the vibe would gel, and within five minutes it felt like a done deal.\"\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nMastodon recorded their first demo in June 2000 and played numerous dates with bands as far ranging as Cannibal Corpse, Queens Of The Stone Age and Morbid Angel. The crushing demo and powerful live shows earned them a record deal with Relapse records, and in August the band released its debut EP Lifesblood. Technically complex, rhythmically pummeling and instilled with groove, the disc earned Mastodon a loyal following even if it didn't exactly pay the rent.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\"Man, I lived on a couch with Bill and Brann for the first two years of the band's existence and we toured like crazy,\" Sanders recalls. \"We lost money out the ass and yet we were all fueled with this fire to continue. There was something embedded in the back of our brains that knew we had to give this a full-on shot because it might pan out.\"\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIn October 2001, Mastodon entered the studio with producer Matt Bayles to record their full-length debut, Remission. The album came out in 2002 and its striking blend of stoner metal, hardcore, prog-rock and, southern rock set the metal world ablaze. But it was the raging turmoil and pulverizing elegance of 2004's Leviathan, again recorded with Bayles, that made Mastodon one of the most lauded new groups. Revolver called them one of the 25 Greatest Live Bands Ever and Metal Hammer declared them a group you \"Must Hear\" and Kerrang labeled them \"Best Band On The Planet.\" It wasn't just metal fans that felt the love. Alternative Press named them one the \"25 Most Important Bands in Metal\" and they were even profiled in Rolling Stone.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nAfter playing Ozzfest last year, Mastodon started working on songs for Blood Mountain. They wrote tirelessly for five and a half weeks, about two weeks longer than they had to write Leviathan. The extra time gave them the luxury to demo the songs before they recorded them - something they'd never had the chance to do - as well as experiment with different techniques that give the songs extra flavor and texture. \"Circle Cysquatch\" features a harrowing vocoder voiceover, \"Bladecatcher\" includes squelching vocals that sound like an angry R2D2 and \"Crystal Skull\" opens with tinny tribal clatter before thundering into the opening riff.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\"I did that on a 50 gallon drum I saw around the corner from the studio,\" Dailor says. \"There was a dude working on his car there in the street, and he had two of these 50 gallon drums. So I asked him if I could borrow them and he said I could as long as I promised to bring them back. So I recorded 12 tracks of this Middle Eastern sounding thing and it was awesome.\"\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nMastodon recorded the album with Bayles from the middle of February until the beginning of April before Rich Costey mixed the disc. Again, it was more time than they'd ever had, but this time there were the added pressures of living up to their own legacy, and it never felt like there were enough hours in the day.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\"We sat and listened to everything at the end of every day and talked about how the songs were coming along and what we wanted to change,\" Sanders says. \"After a while, I kind of felt like the world was on our shoulders. We just wanted to make the coolest music possible and make sure it was as awesome as it could be - make sure every riff, every note, every drumbeat was in the perfect spot.\"\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIn the end, Mastodon crafted an album that's musically sophisticated yet primal, a disc where every new passage, regardless of how slow or fast, leads to the culmination of an epic adventure. And the diversity is astonishing. \"Capillarian Crest\" alternates between jazzy tendrils and moshpit-rattling ferocity, sounding like a fierce amalgam of Motorhead, King Crimson and Rush, \"Hunters Of The Sky\" is a surging, off-kilter race with drums as tumultuous as Keith Moon and \"Pendulous Skin\" is expansive and celestial, with guitars reminiscent at times of Deep Purple and Pink Floyd.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\"I really wanted to do guitar cartwheels and finger gymnastics on this record,\" says Hinds. \"There are more solos on this than any other Mastodon album, but every part, no matter how complex, is there for a reason. We just really went for it more than we've ever done.\"\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIn addition to challenging instrumental passages, Blood Mountain features vocals that range from melodic conversations to raging diatribes. \"We're all smart enough to know that we don't have to scream our brains out every second for the whole album,\" Sanders explains. \"That's just not where we want to go as we expand and further our catalog of music. Overall, there was just more room and more potential for various vocal sounds on this album. And we're not at all apprehensive about doing it because we don't feel like we're cheesing out or doing anything wrong.\"\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWith the release of Blood Mountain, Mastodon have reached the top of a peak, from which they can see other, even higher mountains before them. And that's where they're headed next. Regardless of how many cover stories or awards they receive, Mastodon are driven by the need to ascend the mountain, implant the skull and ascend to the next level of evolution. It's not that they're unappreciative of the accolades, they're just too busy focusing on the next project to stop what they're doing.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\"When we started, we never imagined getting to where we are today,\" Sanders says \"We're so grateful and we appreciate everything that's been said about us. This has all been unreal. I never thought we'd do major tour support for Iron Maiden in Europe or be on a major label or be on our fourth tour with Slayer, or be ranked as having one of the Top 10 albums of the year in any magazine. It's all been part of this crazy journey that we've lived, and we'll keep rolling forward. 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After nearly two decades together, six albums, and countless sold out gigs, the Chicago alternative rock outfit—Pete Loeffler [guitars, vocals], Sam Loeffler [drums], and Dean Bernardini [bass, vocals]—confidently sail through uncharted waters and emerge with a collection that's equally intricate and intimate.\r\nCertainly, it builds upon the group's impressive foundation, including the 2002 platinum-selling genre stapleWonder What's Next and the gold-certified follow-up This Type of Thinking Could Do Us In as well as experimental epic Sci-Fi Crimes and, most recently, 2011's Hats Off To The Bull, which respectively debuted at #9 and #19 on the Billboard Top 200. 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Your heart rate goes up, and that's perfect for our music. I talk about so many dark subjects on the album. That's why the album title fits. A gargoyle is a very creepy and cool creature for what it means and depicts. These mythical demons are so fascinating because it's actually socially acceptable to put them on the corner of buildings!\"\r\n\r\nIn order to capture their own newfound fire, the band teamed up with Hats Off To The Bull producer Joe Barresi[Queens of The Stone Age, Tool, Coheed and Cambria] once again. They retreated to his Pasadena, CA studio and embarked down an unmapped path together in late 2013.\r\n\r\n\"You don't want to repeat yourself,\" affirms Sam. \"Joe always pushes us to try new things. He's not content to let us fall into a formula. He wants to seize something different with each song. Every record has to take on its own identity, and he gets that. 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In addition to\r\nVater Percussion, Jeffrey is an artist/clinician for Sabian Cymbals,\r\nand Sonor Drums. He has performed clinics in numerous cities in the\r\nUnited States, Germany, Great Britain, Belgium, and France.  He has\r\nalso performed at various drum festivals including the Adams\r\nDrummersfestival (Belgium), Psalm Drummers Gathering (England), and the Drummers for Jesus International Celebration (United States).\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n   Jeffrey has appeared in numerous drum magazines, taught several master classes, taught in several drum camps, and has directed some award winning high school marching drumlines.  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Upon hearing that, his father knew that he wouldn't be following in his footsteps, and pursuing a career in law. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nBy age 17, Chris began his career and was soon playing with local bands throughout Los Angeles. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nHe then took his show on the road as a drum technician, and proved his versatility by touring with artists such as Madonna (\"Blond Ambition\" and \"The Girlie Show\" tours), Chicago, Art Garfunkel and George Benson. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nChris has since played with top recording artists such as Pat Benatar, Don Felder, Kenny Loggins, Jimmy Messina, Christopher Cross, Michael McDonald, Javier Colon, Josh Kelley, Mark Bryan(Hootie And The Blowfish), Colt Ford, Bruce Greenwood, Poco, The World Classic Rockers, Dave Koz, Ambrosia, Badfinger, Percy Sledge, Maia Sharp, Peter \u0026 Gordon, Skrapp Mettle, Expose, Richie Furay, Barry Ryan, Les McKeown's Bay City Rollers, Ian Whitcomb, Spencer Davis, John Walker, Kate Taylor, Erica Nicole and Dave Mason . He has made numerous television appearances on \"NBC The Today Show,\" \"The Tonight Show,\" \"The Arsenio Hall Show,\" \"The Dennis Miller Show,\" \"ABC In Concert,\" VH1, TNN, The Disney Channel, Fox News Channel and CSPAN. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nDeveloping a reputation for his professionalism, strong work ethic, and technical experience, Chris Ralles will consistently deliver a rock solid groove. When collaborating with a band, Chris is expert at taking direction, playing to complement the ensemble, and providing a creative angle to make the songs \"feel good.\" He is a seasoned professional, and now considered one of the most talented and sought after drummers in the industry. 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The pure sound I get from bead-to-drumhead\r\ncontact on the drum is outstanding. And I must add that the weight and feel of both the 5B's and the Splashsticks have never failed to give me exactly what I needed from my cymbals. The sound is nice and full; never too light in heavy situations, and never too heavy in light situations.\"","created_at":"2015-01-09T16:28:21.561Z","updated_at":"2016-01-22T02:29:45.233Z","bio":"","country":"","full_name":"Forrest Robinson Independent","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1559,"first_name":"Fred \"Fredrock\"","last_name":"Fischer","group":"Educator / Midline","social":"","quote":"","created_at":"2018-07-12T14:47:01.647Z","updated_at":"2021-01-22T15:21:12.275Z","bio":"Fred \"Fredrock\" Fischer is an energetic and entertaining drummer\r\nwhose passion is evident in his live performances. While his musical\r\nforte is in hard rock, Fred's versatility in Americana/Country, funk, soul,\r\nand R\u0026B allow him to adapt to any situation both live or as a session\r\ndrummer.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nWhile playing regularly with several bands, Fred is a drummer for hire;\r\nmaintains a teaching studio; is the drumline coach and director of\r\nindoor percussion at a local high school; and occasionally does\r\nspeaking engagements at area schools about being in the music\r\nindustry, staying positive, and pursuing dreams.\r\nFred's most recent work has been with country artist Cliff Miller. Cliff\r\nhas built a strong local following with his original material while\r\nopening for Casey Donahue, Randy Houser, and Whitey Morgan And\r\nThe 78's. As of late 2020, Cliff Miller Music has been actively\r\nrecording a new album with songs slated to be released each month\r\nin 2021.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFred’s most notable work has been with Boise-based rock band,\r\nMidline, with whom he has played since 1995. Midline’s early radio\r\nsuccess in the Boise market lead to an independent label deal in 2002\r\nwith Gotham Records including a national CD release through ADA/\r\nTime Warner distribution that lead to the licensing of four songs to\r\nESPN’s Re-Evolution of Sports. Midline has years of touring\r\nexperience and has filled opening slots for national acts in larger clubs\r\nwith bands like Saliva and Breaking Benjamin on the Jagermeister\r\nMusic Tour and with Sevendust. They have played in arenas opening\r\nfor Motley Crue, Godsmack, Queensryche, and Vobeat. Midline\r\ncontinues to perform as a support artist to national bands coming\r\nthrough Boise.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFred was hired for Los Angeles studio band, X-Drive, a retro 80's rock\r\nproject. The record was released world-wide through Frontiers\r\nRecords and debuted at #22 in Japan. The X-Drive album was\r\nproduced by Andy Johns and Wyn Davis with vocalist, Keith St. John\r\n(Montrose, Lynch Mob, Burning Rain) and bassist, James LoMenzo\r\n(David Lee Roth, Megadeth, John Fogerty).","country":"","full_name":"Fred \"Fredrock\" Fischer Educator / Midline","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":556,"first_name":"Jimmy","last_name":"Sage","group":"Lee Rocker","social":null,"quote":null,"created_at":"2015-01-09T16:28:23.362Z","updated_at":"2016-01-22T02:29:45.283Z","bio":null,"country":null,"full_name":"Jimmy Sage Lee Rocker","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":581,"first_name":"Tom","last_name":"Sharpe","group":"Dennis DeYoung/Mannheim Steamroller/Sharpe World Music","social":null,"quote":null,"created_at":"2015-01-09T16:28:25.030Z","updated_at":"2016-01-22T02:29:45.390Z","bio":null,"country":null,"full_name":"Tom Sharpe Dennis DeYoung/Mannheim Steamroller/Sharpe World Music","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":590,"first_name":"Mikko","last_name":"Siren","group":"Independent","social":"","quote":"\"Sticks are like an extension of my arms, so I really need to feel 100% comfortable with them. 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He took lessons early on and at the age of 20, he started teaching at an, at that time, very popular local school in his home area. His stage career didn't really take off until he was 26 years old when Jeff Waters asked him to join one of Canada's most important Metal acts ever - Annihilator. This also led to Alex's first real endorsement with German cymbal manufacturer Meinl. He toured with Annihilator, supporting the record \"Metal\" which was recorded by none other than drum legend Mike Mangini.\u003cbr/\u003e\u003cbr/\u003eAfter touring Europe and the U.K. with Annihilator he joined German Swedish Melodic Metal act At Vance, led by guitar virtuoso Olaf Lenk. Shortly after that he was asked to replace yet another drum legend. Uli Kusch himself, of Helloween and Masterplan fame, asked Alex to replace him in the legendary progressive band Mekong Delta, the brainchild of composer and bass virtuoso Ralf Hubert. After working extensively with Mekong Delta and playing to fans in Greece, Russia, Norway or Denmark, to name a few, Alex joined yet another famous German act in late 2008. Melodic Rock greats Axxis, one of Germany's biggest acts of the early nineties asked Alex to be their new drummer and record their upcoming album \"Utopia\" with them. That's when Alex also first met Marco Wriedt and the idea of forming their own band, which later turned out to be 21 OCTAYNE, first came up. After releasing \"Utopia\" which made an impressing chart debut at rank 36 in Germany, Alex and Marco toured Europe together, including performances at some of the most important festivals in the Metal and Rock scene.\u003cbr/\u003e\u003cbr/\u003eRecently Alex gained a reputation as an excellent drum clinician too. In late 2009 he did clinics for DrumCraft drums in Shanghai/China and also at events such as the Musik Produktiv Messe in Switzerland where Alex had the honor of headlining the drum performances alongside drum superstar Jojo Mayer. Later that year DrumCraft released a public edition of Alex's first signature drum set, strictly limited to 50 units, which sold out within weeks after release.\u003cbr/\u003e\u003cbr/\u003eIn 2010 Drumheads magazine included Alex in their special issue \"Drumheroes\" which covered Germany's 50 most influential drummers. In the fall of 2010 Alex was asked to play drums for the Melodic Metal act Stratovarius and to step in for their drummer JöMichael for the duration of the first part of their mutual tour with Helloween. 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In 2015 he co-produced recorded and mixed Feridun Duzagac's album Baska with Can Alper, which was chosen to be the best rock album of the year by iTunes Turkey. He produces albums, mix and master, record drums for the top acts in Turkey. 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This girl commands the room like no other.  Katie felt the call of rhythm when she was just a child, being moved to jump on a kit during a service leading her to a colorful career in drumming.  \r\n","country":"","full_name":"Katie Herron The Dead Deads","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":398,"first_name":"Serge","last_name":"Lysak","group":"Independent","social":"twitter.com/sergelysak, facebook.com/serge.lysak, www.thedrumlab.net","quote":"“For years I would bounce from stick to stick and not quite have that perfect stick or I would have issues with the consistency of other stick brands. After using Vater’s Los Angeles 5A, I quickly made up my mind and noticed a big difference in the quality and consistency that Vater delivered over the others. Also to add to this, the company and the people that I work with at Vater are just incredible. Adding in all these factors, I feel very fortunate to now have myself and the other instructors of The Drum Lab become a part of the Vater Family!” -Serge Lysak, Owner of The Drum Lab","created_at":"2015-01-09T16:28:11.554Z","updated_at":"2020-09-22T19:14:22.372Z","bio":"Serge's drumming career began at age 13 on a small practice pad and little tips from other drummers in his family. A few years later Serge began studying with Mike Johnston of Mikeslessons.com and continued to study with Mike for the next 10years. During that time Serge became so drawn to drums that it became his passion to play and teach drums. At age 25 Serge became the owner of THE DRUM LAB in Sacramento, CA. Currently he teaches 60+ students a week and plays for a very wide variety of musical settings. 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Studying music at American River College Dave was in an award winning group that played at the prestigious Monteux Jazz Festival in Switzerland.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAfter a stint playing with Los Angeles based bands such as “Rob Vinton Band” and receiving radio air play with alternative rock band “Stone Rain”, Dave was the house drummer for the Adult Video News Awards Show performing with Vince Neil and others.  \r\nDave lent his talents and can be heard throughout the blockbuster feature film “300”.  He has performed with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and other acts at major venues such as Royal Albert Hall, Wembley Arena, Nokia Theater and many more. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nDave is also a songwriter, producer, engineer and owner of “The Womb” recording studio.  He also has produced music for many artists and worked on the Steve Gadd Band album“70”.  Dave has an original music project of his own called “CenterPeace” with albums “Songs from the Womb” and “Global Chilling”, he also songs on numerous compilations worldwide.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAs talented as Dave is, the gig that has given him the most exposure is being the touring and recording drummer with internationally famous singer Googoosh.  Dave has been with Googoosh since 2007 having played some of the most prestigious venues in the most exotic places on earth.  This has opened doors for him to play with a variety of other international artists making Dave the “go to” guy in world music. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nDave has played with such noted artists as Richie Gajate Garcia, Bruce Conti, Bobby Womack, Jimmy Z, Charlie Bisharat, Dean Parks, Vince Neil, Alex Wurman, Roger Smith, Timothy Drury and Ronnie Montrose. Dave has opened for Herbie Hancock, Robben Ford, Dave Mason, Pete Escovido and the Duke Ellington Orchestra. 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After nearly a solid year of touring in the US, Canada and Europe, they headed to Vancouver to record \"Strength in Numbers\" at Little Mountain Studios with engineer Terry Date (Pantera, Deftones). 24-7 Spyz did a short west coast tour opening for Public Enemy prior to mixing the record. Aside from being featured in such major publications as Pollstar, Spin, Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly and Billboard, the band was also featured in a Budweiser television commercial as well as two videos (Break the Chains and Stuntman) which ran on MTV/Much Music/Video Jukebox and even the Beavis and Butthead episode \"Car Wash\". \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nIn 1993, Joel started a solo project called Shockhead with bass player phenomenon Ricky Wolking (Jennifer Batton, The Nixons, Tony MacAlpine) and recorded their debut album \"Television\" at 4th Street Studios with engineer Jim Wirt (No Doubt, Incubus). Shortly after the Shockhead album release and tour, Joel appeared on another 24-7 Spyz album titled \"6\" recorded at 4th Street Studios with Jim Wirt. “6” was released in Europe on Enemy Records and later released in the US titled \"Heavy Metal Soul by the Pound\" on the What Are Records label. King’s X vocalist Dug Pinnick appears on two songs on this album and the track Yeah X3 was featured in the popular video game True Crime NYC. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFrom 1998 to 2010 Joel focused his attention on session work and was an “on staff” studio musician at DML Studios, Goldentrack Studios and Royaltone in Southern California. He reunited with 24-7 Spyz in 2011 for their 20 year anniversary show in New York at the Highline Ballroom followed by a successful European tour in 2012.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nJoel Maitoza is currently recording and touring with Seventrain which features former members of Cage and Tourniquet. 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In 2005 Bob Dylan returned the favor, by featuring Metko’s composition, the \"Ha Ha Ho Ho Polka” in the documentary No Direction Home. By age 10, Scott Metko was performing on his father’s weekly TV show and at dances, playing polkas, waltzs, and swing tunes. Seven years later, he was chosen as one of two students to represent his native Wisconsin in the McDonald’s All-American High School Band. Guest soloist Lionel Hampton chose Metko, out of the 16-member percussion section, to perform his big band music at Carnegie Hall.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAfter receving a Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay, Metko relocated to Minneapolis and recorded diverse music: two fusion albums with an 11-piece horn band, BOZO Allegro, Tiny Tim’s final record, and jingles for national clients such as UPS \u0026 Rent-A-Wreck. After recording Debra Soule’s album Vapor, Scott’s unique approach to drum sounds was featured in the December 2001 issue of ProcRec.com.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nOnce in Nashville, Metko joined the backing band of eclectic country legend David Ball, where he used Vater 7A wood to record Ball’s last two releases, Sparkle City and The Greatest Christmas. Metko appeared on ABC’s “Nashville” as Rayna Jaymes’ drummer (seasons 1 \u0026 2), with David Ball on GAC’s “Off The Map With Shannen and Holly” and on ZUUS Country’s “On The Rise with Adam Fears.” Metko is also the touring drummer for Fears and percussionist for Atlantic Records artist Mila Mason.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMetko’s gear and recordings have been reviewed in Modern Drummer and Stereo Review. Look for new music to be released in 2016 by rising country artist Genevieve Allen, where Metko used Vater 5B nylon.\r\n","country":"usa","full_name":"Scott Metko David Ball / Aaron Sparling / Educator","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":31,"first_name":"Arya","last_name":"Goggin","group":"Skindred","social":"www.skindred.net","quote":"\"Vater Drum Sticks give me everything I need out of a stick. They are the connection between you and your drums. With the 5b I have complete control over my playing and have a stick that doesn't only feel great but is durable when I'm on tour.\" - Arya Goggin ","created_at":"2015-01-09T16:27:40.168Z","updated_at":"2016-08-18T19:52:54.896Z","bio":"","country":"","full_name":"Arya Goggin Skindred","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1393,"first_name":"Habbert","last_name":"Cheeks","group":"Max Frost/ Chrisette Michele/ Independent","social":"Instagram.com/habbertdrums, youtube.com/user/habbert\r\n\r\n","quote":"\"I chose Vater 5B American hickory sticks in that I love the way they feel, the balance and the weight. It seems like the more I use a pair the better they feel, almost like that old pair of jeans you don't want to get rid of. I love the grip and the durability of the stick is just what I need for when I have to lay into the drums a little, they don't break as quick as other brands of sticks I have used. Vater sticks are just an overall great stick from beginner to pro. I choose Vater!\" -Habbert Cheeks","created_at":"2016-08-17T14:01:55.699Z","updated_at":"2016-08-17T17:31:18.560Z","bio":"Having over twenty years of experience and an undeniable skill, Habbert Cheeks III, has been established among the drumming elite.  Habbert has exhibited his self-taught skill and has translated his musicianship across genres.  \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nWith roots tracing back to the church, Habbert has led the music department of various church ministries in the tri-state area and served as the featured drummer on various recordings for local choirs and ensembles.  While remaining faithful to his humble beginnings, Habbert has expanded his musical flair.  Engaging in various studio sessions, live performances, TV appearances and recordings he has played for some of today’s most notable recording artists including Stellar nominated James Hall Worship and Praise, Grammy-award winner Yolanda Adams and a plethora of others.  Habbert was performing and touring as the drummer and musical director for R\u0026B Grammy-award winner Chrisette Michele as well as her road manager. He is currently drumming for Atlantic records artist Max Frost.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nWith a passion for music, and a loyalty to his kit, Habbert has developed his skill as a versatile \"pocket\" drummer. His energy and passion for music has cast him into the limelight, making him high in demand. He is a musical force to be reckoned with and a name that will resonate for his melodic genius.\r\n","country":"usa","full_name":"Habbert Cheeks Max Frost/ Chrisette Michele/ Independent","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1441,"first_name":"Nick","last_name":"Oshiro","group":"Independent","social":"www.nickoshiro.com, youtube.com/channel/UCDwUgSK7V4ZNoGk61yqTQFg, facebook.com/NickOshiroOfficial","quote":"","created_at":"2016-11-08T15:25:44.804Z","updated_at":"2017-11-06T14:44:07.689Z","bio":"Professional Online Session Drummer – It was at a very young age that Nick discovered his love for music and drumming. Hand-crafted by his father, his first drum set was one made of buckets and metal coffee can lids. Quickly his talent developed, and by the age of fourteen he was playing throughout the Southwestern United States with various cover acts.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nIn 2002, he connected with international recording artist, Seether, and helped drive their single, “Fine Again”, to number one on the Billboard charts. In 2003, Nick’s journey continued, as he joined multi-platinum recording artist, Static-X, recording three records and touring worldwide for six years.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFollowing his years on the road, Nick chose to set down his suitcase and live a life of normalcy back home in Las Vegas, Nevada. In 2011, he received a call from Blue Man Group, offering him a position as a percussionist in the show. It was a time for reinvention and an opportunity to have his mind stretched by the mysterious guys in blue.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nToday Nick continues to pursue his passion of music and drumming. He has built a service designed to provide artists custom drum tracks, all over the world. Focusing on the relationship and magic that happens between musicians, he hopes to connect and create.","country":"","full_name":"Nick Oshiro Independent","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1445,"first_name":"Sebastian","last_name":"Harris","group":"The Shelters","social":"www.thesheltersmusic.com/, facebook.com/TheShelters, twitter.com/TheShelters, instagram.com/theshelters, youtube.com/TheShelters","quote":"","created_at":"2016-11-28T15:00:57.239Z","updated_at":"2016-11-28T15:02:54.232Z","bio":"","country":"","full_name":"Sebastian Harris The Shelters","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1451,"first_name":"Vishal","last_name":"Mehta","group":"Euphoria","social":"","quote":"","created_at":"2017-01-13T16:58:16.726Z","updated_at":"2017-01-13T16:59:53.189Z","bio":"Vishal Mehta , Born in Brought up in Meerut came to Delhi when he was 17. His playing Drums started when he was 7 years old and since then with little bit knowing of the subject, he use to play for various Choirs till the time came when he Cleared his Grade 8( TRINITY COLLEGE of MUSIC, LONDON ) and joined his First professional Band known as CRIMSON in 2006. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAfter 2 years he got an opportunity to join a BAND( Bollywood POP/ELECTRO/DANCE) which is famous for doing Bollywood music in there own style known as GROOVE ADDA, which he worked for 8 years. Time flies,  and he sessioned with the acclaimed musicians belong to the Country and now, He is the Permanent Drummer with Indi-Pop Sensation EUPHORIA ( INDI POP ) \r\n","country":"india","full_name":"Vishal Mehta Euphoria","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1460,"first_name":"Tate","last_name":"Cunningham","group":"SafetySuit","social":"youtube.com/user/SafetySuit, facebook.com/safetysuit, instagram.com/safetysuit, twitter.com/safetysuit, www.safetysuitmusic.com","quote":"","created_at":"2017-02-20T19:52:44.252Z","updated_at":"2017-02-20T19:56:11.717Z","bio":"","country":"","full_name":"Tate Cunningham SafetySuit","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1455,"first_name":"Erick","last_name":"Tomas","group":"Harold Guerra","social":"","quote":"","created_at":"2017-02-15T15:45:08.652Z","updated_at":"2017-02-15T15:46:11.740Z","bio":"He has participated with the following bands:  Rene \u0026 Diego, Pauza Guatemala, Fuego Unico, Casa de Presencia, Celeste Nova, Rudy Rodriguez, Alternativa, Kairos.\r\n\r\n","country":"guatemala","full_name":"Erick Tomas Harold Guerra","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1489,"first_name":"Richard","last_name":"Walker","group":"Alvarez Kings","social":"www.alvarezkings.com, twitter.com/alvarezkings, facebook.com/alvarezkings, instagram.com/alvarezkings, youtube.com/user/alvarezkingsofficial","quote":"","created_at":"2017-05-31T15:57:20.639Z","updated_at":"2017-05-31T16:00:40.607Z","bio":"Four lads from South Yorkshire, UK who gleefully share their moniker with an infamous old school South American gang, Alvarez Kings summon pop power through timeless analog synth and guitar magic. The quartet—brothers Simon [vocals, guitar] and Paul Thompson [bass, keys, backup vocals], Sean Parkin [guitar], and Richard Walker [drums, samples, pads]—has quietly built up an international buzz since their 2012 formation. BBC Radio proclaimed “No Resolve” the “Single of the Year,” while they impressed audiences at Isle of Wight and O2 Wireless Festival in addition to show-stopping stints on the Vans Warped Tour in 2013 and 2015 and support slots on tours with Melanie Martinez, PVRIS, and Echosmith. Their 2015 EP, Fear To Feel, expanded their foothold in the U.S. Spotify featured the title track on coveted playlists such as The Indie Mix and Ultimate Indie Playlist, notching 40K streams in less than 12 hours and eventually amassing over 700K and counting. Meanwhile, they drew acclaim from Billboard, Huffington Post, and more. Preceded by the introductory focus track “Cold Conscience,” their full-length debut, Somewhere Between [Sire/Warner Bros. 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Drummer, Musical Director and Producer of the up-coming band FORMANDO LIOS; a Christian-Rock group endorsed by Pope Francis, to minister and serve in the spread of the Christian faith in Puerto Rico and Latin America using music and arts in general as tools of evangelization. Presently they’re recording their 2nd record and expected to launch in September-October 2018. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nProf. Jorge Flynn, M.B.A., former Executive Director of Business Center for Musicians (CEMCA) Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico. The first music entrepreneurship center in Puerto Rico, and fourth in continental U.S., to assist musicians in developing sustainable careers in the music industry. Also, he is the founder and the President-CEO of Artistic Partners, Corp., an organization that assist the Puerto Rico’s music community in the distribution of knowledge, music education and support required to build a successful career in the musical arts. In addition, the organization provides advocacy on a private, state and federal level to incentivize the creation of wealth among musicians. Project managed music community programs for Banco Popular Foundation, Luis. A. 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His diverse musical pallet keeps his career in the big apple moving forward year after year since 2005.  Playing in clubs, theaters, churches, and bars throughout the northeast region for the last twenty years Dave plays a wide variety of gigs.  From jazz to progressive rock and everything in between he delivers the right groove for each type of band he plays with. Through the vast differences in musical situations, Dave’s musical toolbox proves to be large.  Whether it means learning tunes with little time to prepare, playing along to backing tracks or a click, delivering solid tracks in the studio or having control over his dynamic range and tempos Dave holds his own amongst New York City’s finest.   \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAt The Collective School of Music Dave teaches Funk, Rock, Rudiments, and Technique. His ability to understand students needs to get to their next level keeps his teaching schedule full amongst the brilliant faculty at The Collective.  A faculty member at since 2010 he pushes his students to their next level. Dave also has a private lesson studio of his own in Brooklyn where he sees students weekly of all levels live or via Skype. Visit daveprevi.com for more info. In 2017 Dave began traveling to China to teach in many different provinces and in 2018 wrote and recorded play-along tracks for drum education books being used all throughout China.   \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n","country":"usa","full_name":"Dave Previ The Collective School of Music","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1658,"first_name":"Joey","last_name":"Aguirre","group":"Sifting","social":"www.joeyaguirreofficial.com, instagram.com/joeysifting, twitter.com/joeysifting, youtube.com/i2x7D0A2Pa8\r\n","quote":"","created_at":"2019-04-02T13:38:55.887Z","updated_at":"2019-04-02T13:38:55.887Z","bio":"Born in 1996 in Torreón, Mexico, Joey Aguirre has been playing drums since he was nine years old. By the time he was 16, he knew he wanted to pursue a career in music, so he moved to Hollywood to earn a degree in Drum Performance at the Musicians Institute. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAfter Graduating from Musicians Institute he started gigging all around the city of Los Angeles with different Artists and Projects. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nIn 2016, Joey recorded with the Canada-based duo Aurganic, appearing on the band’s latest full-length release, Distant Echoes and Close Encounters. \r\nIn November  2017, he started playing drums for the progressive metal band Sifting (Eclipse Records). Most recently, he made his professional debut in Quito, Ecuador when Sifting opened for Tarja Turunen during her International Shadow Shows tour. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSifting has been on tour with bands like Dayshell, Eyes Set to Kill, Prong and Sons of Apollo since Joey joined the line-up. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMeanwhile, Joey takes every opportunity to record new music and play live shows whenever — and wherever he can, he has the skills of both a session musician and live musician.\r\n","country":"","full_name":"Joey Aguirre Sifting","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1670,"first_name":"Tucker","last_name":"Rule","group":"Thursday / Frank Iero and The Future Violents","social":"www.tuckerrule.com, instagram.com/tuckerrule","quote":"“I’m so pumped to play the Vater 5B’s. Perfect weight and perfect feel for a perfect match!” - Tucker Rule","created_at":"2019-04-25T14:58:48.628Z","updated_at":"2019-04-25T15:09:27.733Z","bio":"Tucker Rule is a touring and session drummer who currently resides in Brooklyn, NY.  At 18 his mother purchased him a drum kit and  the rest is history. He started his musical career in the NJ post-hardcore band, \u003cb\u003eThursday\u003c/b\u003e, and has been working hard ever since.  Over years in the business, he has proven himself to be a high energy presence on stage.  \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTucker has toured the world countless times with some amazing bands such as \u003cb\u003eThursday\u003c/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eThe Wanted\u003c/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eYellowcard\u003c/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMy Chemical Romance\u003c/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eMurphy's Law\u003c/b\u003e to name a few.  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Over his tenure in Nashville, he has recorded with  Vanessa Williams, Michael McDonald, Bonnie Tyler, Gloria Gaynor, Robben Ford, Tommy Sims, Charlie Peacock, Charlie Hunter, Shelly Fairchild, Seth Walker, Erin Bode and a host of other artists. He has also spent time on stage and on the road with Hank Williams, Jr, Dr. John, Rachel Lampa, Sheryl Crow, Alison Krauss, Jamey Johnson, John Carter Cash, Gretchen Wilson, Jimmy Hall, Delbert McClinton, Irma Thomas, James Otto, Gary Nicholson, Kurt Elling, Even Stevens, Mike Farris, McCrary Sisters, Jack Pearson, and Lee Fields. Derrek has performed on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The View, BET (Black Entertainment Television), CBS Early Morning Show, The American Country Countdown Awards and A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor. Derrek has also toured throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe, as well as Brazil, Korea, South Africa, Turkey, India, Panama, the Caribbean, and Japan.  \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n \r\n\r\nIn 2015, he become a Grammy Award winner for his contributions on Mike Farris' \"Shine For All The People\" for Best Roots Gospel album of the year. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n​\r\n\r\nAs an educator, he spent many years working with many marching bands, drum corps, and jazz ensembles. From writing jazz arrangements and marching drill design to facilitating master classes and private lessons, Derrek has done it all as a teacher. He is currently drum set instructor at both Middle Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\nDerrek also fronts his own solo project entitled Derrek Phillips’ Manufactory. Their music is a unique blend of hip-hop, rock, improv, electronica, drum-n-bass, jazz, and spoken word. 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College","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1697,"first_name":"JR","last_name":"Conners","group":"Cave In","social":"instagram.com/dig_lazarus_dig/, instagram.com/sonicdeathwall/, facebook.com/CaveIn.Official/, instagram.com/nomadstones/\r\n","quote":"","created_at":"2019-07-25T14:12:23.529Z","updated_at":"2019-07-25T14:13:19.460Z","bio":"","country":"USA","full_name":"JR Conners Cave In","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":529,"first_name":"Rob","last_name":"Hammersmith","group":"Skid Row","social":"instagram.com/robhammersmith, www.skidrow.com","quote":"","created_at":"2015-01-09T16:28:21.223Z","updated_at":"2019-07-25T14:43:35.453Z","bio":"Rob's musical journey began at an early age in a small town outside of Buffalo, NY. Starting out in the cover scene, Rob quickly developed an appreciation for a solid back beat and playing for the song. An approach to drumming that he still considers the foundation for his style today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\nLater settling in Atlanta, GA, Rob's drumming quickly gained attention in the rock underground. Rob spent many years touring and recording with Atlanta rockers \"Rockets to Ruin\" and toured with \"Gunfire 76\" featuring \"Murderdolls\" frontman Wednesday 13. Rob also maintains a busy schedule of recording and working with many different bands and artists throughout the country.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nIn April, 2010, Rob was offered the drum position in the multi-platinum selling rock band Skid Row. When asked about his new gig Hammersmith answered \"Having always been a fan, it is an honor to be asked to join the band. The band's music and history holds a special place in both my life, and the lives of so many loyal fans. To be a part of that history is the chance of a lifetime.\"","country":"USA","full_name":"Rob Hammersmith Skid Row","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1328,"first_name":"Loukas","last_name":"Angelo","group":"Rock of Ages / Burn the Floor","social":"www.loukas.be, instagram.com/iamloukasangelo, facebook.com/loukas.angelo.58, twitter.com/IAMLOUKASANGELO","quote":"","created_at":"2015-10-22T18:02:29.810Z","updated_at":"2020-07-07T18:57:11.320Z","bio":"","country":"NL","full_name":"Loukas Angelo Rock of Ages / Burn the Floor","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1831,"first_name":"Daniel","last_name":"Rhodes","group":"Independent","social":"","quote":"","created_at":"2019-12-19T21:12:25.917Z","updated_at":"2019-12-19T21:15:24.315Z","bio":"","country":"USA","full_name":"Daniel Rhodes Independent","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1925,"first_name":"Simon","last_name":"Springer","group":"Independent","social":"www.simonspringer.online, youtube.com/c/SimonSpringerMusic, instagram.com/simonspringer_music\r\n","quote":"","created_at":"2021-02-03T20:08:29.886Z","updated_at":"2021-02-03T20:09:37.040Z","bio":"","country":"germany","full_name":"Simon Springer Independent","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1378,"first_name":"Stacy","last_name":"Jones","group":"Miley Cyrus / Matchbox 20 / Letters to Cleo","social":"instagram.com/stacyglenjones","quote":"“All the sticks are great. Any style you play, any way you play…you hit hard, you hit soft…whatever it is you do, you will find a stick that will fit your needs at Vater” – Stacy Jones [Miley Cyrus / MatchBox 20 / Letters to Cleo]","created_at":"2016-06-24T13:58:11.234Z","updated_at":"2021-06-02T13:52:16.257Z","bio":"Stacy is one of Los Angeles’ most active drummers/producers/songwriters and has also been musical director and drummer for Miley Cyrus for the past decade and recently for The Chainsmokers.  Stacy has also been behind the kit for Matchbox Twenty for the past few years and also leads his own band, American Hi-Fi. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSome of Stacy’s credits include:\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMiley Cyrus (musical director, drums, 2006-present)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMatchbox 20 (drums, 2012-present)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nEverclear (drums, 2015‐present)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nDia Frampton (musical director, 2012)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAmerican Hi-Fi (singer, guitarist, writer, member)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nVeruca Salt (drummer, member)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nLetters to Cleo (drummer, writer, member)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTroye Sivan (musical director, 2015-present)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThe Chainsmokers (musical director, drummer, 2016-present)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nJordan Fisher (musical director, 2016‐present)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nBroods (musical director, 2016-present)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nShawn Hook (musical director, drums, 2016-present)\u003cbr\u003e\r\nLife of Dillon (musical director, 2015-present)\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAs well as….Avril Lavigne, Ariana Grande, Joan Jett, Against Me!, The Jonas Brothers, The Flaming Lips, Lily Allen, Billy Ray Cyrus, Sheryl Crow, Cobra Starship, Aimee Mann, The Cab, Hey Monday, Butch Walker, and many more.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTV Performances include:\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThe Voice, American Idol, Saturday Night Live, Dancing With the Stars, The Late Show with David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, Good Morning  America, The Today Show, Teen Choice Awards, Miley Cyrus: Bangerz Tour (NBC), CMT Awards, American Music Awards, Kids Choice Awards, DC Games, Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Years Eve, MTV Live, and more\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nProduction:\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMiley Cyrus (MTV Unplugged), American Hi--‐Fi, The Plain White Ts, Ingrid Michaelson, Hey Monday, Laura Marano (Big Machine) Ronnie Day, Meg \u0026 Dia, Hey Violet (Capitol), Endeverafter, The Cab, The Downtown Fiction, American Bang, and more.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nStacy Jones is now using the Vater Josh Freese H-220 model and various accessories. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThank you to \u003ca href=\"http://www.michaelsparkskeegan.com\"\u003eMichael Sparks Keegan Photography\u003c/a\u003e for lending us his photos of Stacy Jones.","country":"usa","full_name":"Stacy Jones Miley Cyrus / Matchbox 20 / Letters to Cleo","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1990,"first_name":"Taylor","last_name":"Carroll","group":"Lit","social":"","quote":"","created_at":"2021-08-26T17:51:18.736Z","updated_at":"2021-08-26T17:57:24.077Z","bio":"","country":"","full_name":"Taylor Carroll Lit","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":2046,"first_name":"Edu","last_name":"Cominato","group":"Jeff Scott Soto / Geoff Tate","social":"www.educominato.com, Instagram/educominato, Twitter/educominato, facebook/educominato, youtube.com/c/EduCominato\r\n","quote":"","created_at":"2022-02-18T14:28:40.256Z","updated_at":"2022-03-03T23:14:59.045Z","bio":"Edu started his passion for drums early in his life influenced by his father, a professional musician / drummer for 35 years. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nDuring his teenage years Edu performed with local bands until he hits the big gigs with a professional band playing with older musicians and getting to learn a lot of new styles. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAs a professional musician for 23 years Edu performed and recorded with many artists around the world. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nIn all those years Edu jammed with names like: Billy Sheehan (Mr.Big), Eric Martin (Mr.Big), Paul Gilbert (Mr.Big), Alex Skolnick (Testament), Gus G (Ozzy Osbourne), Joel Hoekstra (Whitesnake), David Ellefson (Megadeth), Devin Townsend, amongst others. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSince 2008, it has been touring the World with Jeff Scott Soto (Yngwie Malmsteen, Journey, Trans-Siberian-Orchestra, Sons Of Apollo) playing the best venues and festivals in the world. In 2009 recorded his first live DVD with Jeff in Madrid called “One Night In Madrid”. In 2015 formed the band SOTO, intended to separate Jeff’s solo career from a new musical adventure and consolidate members as a unit. SOTO has 3 albums released worldwide on major record labels, the latest one “Origami” in 2019 via Inside Out/Sony Music.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nIn 2017 was invited to play 2 shows in Brazil with Metal Legend and former Queensryche singer Geoff Tate, the band played the classic album Operation Mindcrime in its entirety for sold out crowds. After these 2 shows Edu was invited to join Geoff’s band in other 2 tours, the Operation Mindcrime 30th anniversary tour in the UK / Eu in 2018 and the Empire / Rage For Order Tour in the US in 2020. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n \r\nBesides the bands, it has been dedicating his time as a session drummer offering a Online Service for artists and bands all over the World.","country":"","full_name":"Edu Cominato Jeff Scott Soto / Geoff Tate","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":2092,"first_name":"Chance","last_name":"LaBrie","group":"Falset","social":"","quote":"","created_at":"2022-04-06T17:36:34.059Z","updated_at":"2022-04-06T17:36:34.059Z","bio":"","country":"","full_name":"Chance LaBrie Falset","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":2098,"first_name":"Tanner","last_name":"Arebalo","group":"Iya Terra","social":"www.iyaterra.com","quote":"","created_at":"2022-06-28T18:58:20.074Z","updated_at":"2023-06-19T20:13:56.150Z","bio":"\"I started playing drums at a very young age, and Vater drumsticks have always been my go-to sticks. No other sticks have brought the same consistency as Vater. I love the standard 5B \u0026 the 5B classics. They are the most durable sticks I have ever used. They get me through shows time \u0026 time again, Vater always has been \u0026 will continue to be the best sticks around.\" - Tanner Arebalo [Iya Terra]","country":"","full_name":"Tanner Arebalo Iya Terra","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":2102,"first_name":"Mike","last_name":"Lasaponara","group":"Independent","social":"https://www.mikelasaponara.com, instagram.com/mikeylasa, twitter.com/mikeylasa","quote":"\"Vater sticks feel like a direct extension of me, of a home I've been away from for far too long. It feels amazing to be back.\" - Mike Lasaponara","created_at":"2022-09-14T18:12:07.029Z","updated_at":"2022-09-14T18:12:07.029Z","bio":"Mike Lasaponara is a professional drummer from Rochester, New York. Over the past fifteen years, he has worked, played and toured with acts including The Goo Goo Dolls, Lou Gramm, Cute Is What We Aim For, and Roses Are Red. He has vast experience with both live and session work, writing, arranging, and teaching privately. Mike has studied under great drummers such as Jason Gianni, Dave DiCenso and Dave Elitch.","country":"usa","full_name":"Mike Lasaponara Independent","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":2126,"first_name":"Ethan","last_name":"Kinnunen","group":"Independent","social":"","quote":"","created_at":"2023-01-20T14:22:14.069Z","updated_at":"2023-01-20T14:22:14.069Z","bio":"Ethan started playing in his local church when he was 13 years old and has since had the opportunity to play for churches, artists and local bands both in Australia and Overseas, included recording and touring with Canberra band ‘Young Monks’ from 2016-2018. Currently based in Melbourne, Ethan continues to play for his local church alongside session work.","country":"au","full_name":"Ethan Kinnunen Independent","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":2177,"first_name":"Joey","last_name":"Mandigo","group":"Texas Hippie Coalition / Locust Grove","social":"facebook.com/joeymandigodrummer, instagram.com/joeymandigodrums, twitter.com/joeyMandigodrum, youtube.com/@JoeyMandigo","quote":"\"I've been playing Vater for about 6-7 years now, and I couldn't be any happier with this product, the Vater 5B fits perfect to my hands, and it is the perfect dynamic of stick for my kind of playing and the music that I play. Perfect balance, everlasting durability, I can't recommend this company enough!\" - Joey Mandigo [Texas Hippie Coalition]","created_at":"2023-04-18T18:40:03.645Z","updated_at":"2024-10-02T19:06:22.851Z","bio":"","country":"usa","full_name":"Joey Mandigo Texas Hippie Coalition / Locust Grove","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":2175,"first_name":"Markus","last_name":"Müller","group":"","social":"","quote":"","created_at":"2023-04-18T16:21:17.232Z","updated_at":"2023-04-18T16:21:17.232Z","bio":"","country":"de","full_name":"Markus Müller","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":2183,"first_name":"Sin","last_name":"Banovic","group":"","social":"","quote":"“I bought my first pair of Vater sticks in 1993. The brand was new on the European \r\nmarket and a very few drummers knew about it. I took the shot, as none of the \r\nbrands at the time were offering either the model or the quality I was looking for. I \r\nfound both in Vater and from that moment on, I have always had a pair of Vater \r\nsticks in my bag. The balance, the snap, the feel; just perfect for my hands.” - Sin Banovic","created_at":"2023-05-09T14:54:12.834Z","updated_at":"2023-09-08T13:37:50.864Z","bio":"Photos: Hit by Lite Photography","country":"de","full_name":"Sin Banovic","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":2263,"first_name":"Andy","last_name":"Lindner","group":"Independent","social":"https://www.andylindner.de/ueber-mich","quote":"","created_at":"2023-09-08T13:40:51.971Z","updated_at":"2023-09-08T14:08:18.061Z","bio":"I drummed as a 4 year old child on everything, triggered by the music shows \" DISCO\" + \"Hitparade\".\r\nThen with 6 years as a big bang my first concert : \"Rockpalast : The Police \" - afterwards first real drumset and eager replaying of my favorite songs.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAt the age of 12 my own Funk/Soul band and first gigs with dance bands. \r\nAfter graduating from high school I only played music.\r\nBands/ artists I played with : \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nCunnie Williams, Ganz schön feist, Peter Schilling, Heinz Rudolf Kunze, Purple Schulz, Wingenfelder und Wingenfelder, Laith Al Deen, Pe Werner, Bobby Kimball, Nils Landgren, Pee Wee Ellis, NDR Bigband, JAZZKANTINE, and many more.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFurthermore I have played various musicals in Berlin, Bremen and Munich and was responsible for the recording of many drum playalongs for the magazine DRUMHEADS for about 15 years.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nGenres : Pop, Rock, Funk, Soul - groove oriented music, soloing interests me rather less, I have been teaching for 30 years at schools but also privately.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nSeveral times juror in the area of POP drumming in the state competition \" Jugend musiziert\" in Hannover.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nIn recent years I have worked increasingly with the JAZZKANTINE on theater productions, tours and record productions.\r\n\r\n","country":"de","full_name":"Andy Lindner Independent","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":2264,"first_name":"Paul","last_name":"Tetzlaff","group":"Independent","social":"","quote":"","created_at":"2023-09-08T14:09:32.625Z","updated_at":"2023-09-08T14:14:10.330Z","bio":"","country":"de","full_name":"Paul Tetzlaff Independent","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":2269,"first_name":"Florian","last_name":"Musil","group":"Theotoxin","social":"instagram.com/flo_theotoxin, ","quote":"","created_at":"2023-09-08T14:39:00.907Z","updated_at":"2023-09-08T14:41:35.993Z","bio":"","country":"de","full_name":"Florian Musil Theotoxin","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":17,"first_name":"Paul","last_name":"Allen","group":"Independent","social":"","quote":"","created_at":"2015-01-09T16:27:39.215Z","updated_at":"2017-04-04T15:31:42.395Z","bio":"I was born into entertainment and I have been very blessed to share the gifts that were passed through my parents to me with the world. 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Blair (producer), Mike Daly) Producer), Dave Bianco (Producer), Manny (Film/video Director), Mozella,  Joe Firstman, Brian Wright, Tony Lucca, Taryn Manning, Arden Kaywin, Heavynn, Keaton Simons, Andre' Crouch, Rance Allen, the late O'landa Draper, Jesse McCartney, Don Randy, Juan Nelson, Leon Mobley, Ahaguna G. Sun(of Sun Bear), Big Advice, Joel Virgel, Eleni Mandell, Mark Ford, Otis Day and The Knights, Josh Hoge, Ryan Tedder(of One Republic), Josh Kelley, Rebbesoul, Maggie Walters, Blues Divine, Lamont Dozier, Soluna, Danille Stori, 4TH Avenue Jones', Shahryar, Alexa Wilkenson, Chris Pierce, Joseph Tobin, Nobody's Angel, Javier, Nikki Flores, and Ricky Fante to name a few. \r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nI'VE BEEN APART OF:\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nMOVIES\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nDream Girls, A Boyfriend For Christmas\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nCOMMERCIALS/VOICE OVER WORK\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nCrown Royal, Monster.com, Heineken (featuring Brad Pitt), Virgin Mobile(print), Comcast, Smoking P.S.A.'s, and The Little Red Tow Truck.\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nTELEVISION APPEARANCES\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nLast Call w/ Carson Daly's House Band, The Bonnie Hunt Show, Jay Leno, Goodmorning America, Jimmy Kimmel, Ellen Degeneres, Sharon Osborne Show, MTV TRL, Radio Music Awards, Teen Choice Awards, Amercian Music Awards, Tony Danza Show, Nickelodeon(All That), Super Bowl 2004, and Craig Kilborn. \r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nI strive to be the best I can be for myself and the people who surround me.","country":"","full_name":"Paul Allen Independent","active":true,"featured":false,"featured_at":null},{"id":1234,"first_name":"Greg","last_name":"Upchurch","group":"3 Doors Down / Independent","social":"http://www.3doorsdown.com/","quote":"\"The Vater 5B is the most balanced stick I’ve played. 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Greg toured the world and supported two albums, opening for Soundgarden among others. Greg played both conventional kit and electronic drum loops for Eleven on their \"Avantgardedog\" album which was released in April 2000. \r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nWhen Chris Cornell decided to do a solo album, he recruited his pals in Eleven  to write and record with. Greg got to play on one of the tracks from Cornell's\r\n\"Euphoria Morning\", and then was selected to be the touring drummer for Cornell's  band.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nOnce that tour ended, Greg was told about an open audition for an up and coming band. He took the chance, hearing it was a great opportunity. He fit into the music quickly, and won the spot in the band. He was a natural for the style of music they played. The band was Puddle of Mudd. 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