dinodrums + Musician in London, EN

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I've been playing the drums for about 15 years now. My immersion in Music started when I listened to my Mother's Jazz Records (a great education)! Hence my approach to the drums was primarily as an instrument, then as a rhythmical tool. I tend to listen to front-line instrumentation (soloists) for the inspiration and phrasing and, for Groove- Breakbeats, Cuban lilts and Hip-Hop.

On this continuing journey, I have lost count of the synchronicities I have experienced and great friends I have made, so many patient guides along the way..(you know who you are) and I thank you. Being stimulated by Creativity, original material is what inspires me, so If you have a fresh tune or idea, let me know by contacting me via email (dinodrums), message / 'poke' : (Dino Drums London Network) or at my my space page: www.myspace/dinodrums.

I have gained a unique style, sound and feel through mixed musical influences, personal study and working with a range of diverse artists. I am currently focusing on Studio Sessions. The discipline of the Studio environment helping to hone the music down to its simplest form..its essence. More and more I am simplifying my playing, deciding to replace some of the notes played with space or more emotion and conviction. My second instrument is the Keyboard You may hear some Rhodes, Piano or Synth parts in these audio excerpts.

Screen name:

dinodrums

Member since:

Jul 06 2009

Active over 1 month ago

Level of commitment:

Touring

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:

Days

Influences

Meshell Ndege Ocello, Roy Hargrove, Dave Kikoski, Gene Lake, DJ Shadow, DJ Skooly, Metalheadz, LTJ Bukem, Michael Brecker, Steve Tavaglione, Keith Jarrett, Cinematic Orchestra, Oscarito Valdez (Cuba), People Under The Stairs, Handsome Boy Modeling School, Talib Kweli, L Fudge etc.. etc..

EQUIPMENT

Gretsch Jazz Kit, Craviotto 14x5.5" Snr. Bosphorous/ Zildjian Cymbals, Macbook Pro, METRIC HALO 2882 Audio Interface, Adam A7 Near Fields, various kit mics..

MUSIC