Ray Levier is not only an in-demand sideman and TV/Film composer, he finesses jazz-fusion grooves, swinging a jazz combo, laying down rugged hip-hop beats and nasty funk, accompanying singer-songwriters with subtle grace, and bashing away at rock beats with panache and precision. Ray divides his time as a drummer and composer with with teaching, clinics, […]
Interview with Drummer Isaias Gil
Isaias Gil is a professional drummer whose credits include Jaci Velasquez, Salvador, and Thunderado to name a few. He will be heading out with Mike Valley & The Texas New Arms on tour soon! He is also on the roster for Q drums, Meinl, Evans, Vater and more. Some accomplishments worth mentioning include: Winner of Guitar Center Drum […]
Interview with Tyler Zarzeka – Life As A Full-Time Drummer Among Stars
Raised in the hardcore-emo scene in Sacramento, CA, Tyler Zarzeka started drums late in life. After realizing his passion for something greater than his surroundings provided, he moved to Los Angeles to attend Musicians Institute. After graduating in 2007, Tyler started touring and performing with singer-songwriters and pop acts. At the same time, […]
The Cajon Drum in Your GIG
So you want to use the cajon drums at your gig, but you are wondering what it would require to pull it off. One thing you should put in mind is that the cajon is just like every other instrument, and it needs good sound production if it is being used in a gathering. Often […]
Interview with Jeane Phialsa – The Moment With You
In this interview feature, I chat with Indonesia based drummer Jeane Phialsa about her new album (The Moment With You), the music scene in Indonesia, why she enjoys the drums so much and more. Full Q&A along with links and music below. A while back, I featured Fusion Stuff, an Indonesian band Jeane plays with. […]
4D Takes Us To The Fourth Dimension With Jazz Fusion Crossover Album, Millennial Kingdom Vol. 1
Fourth Dimension (4D) is the moniker of Long Beach based multidimensional drummer and producer Joey Giachello who has delivered a very intriguing, exciting and unpredictable fusion of sounds on his newest project Millennial Kingdom Vol. 1. Having been involved with drums and jazz music since the tender age of two, 4D’s abilities are far more […]