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member since: 12/12/08 15:08:49
background / biography
There's a saying,"I wasn't born in Texas, but I got here as fast as I could!" Born in Portland, Maine (1954), "I got" to Texas in 1979. I have over 35 years experience as a bassist and sound engineer, with a strong background in R & B and blues grooves. Studying at both Berklee College of Music (1975-76) and North Texas State (1979-80) helped me define my true passion for jazz. During the 1970's I worked most of the major show clubs around the US, including long stints in house bands in Las Vegas and Atlantic City. Into the 80's and 90's my career took a side road and I became a successful sound engineer for such talented artists as Ratt, Jimmie Vaughan, Tower of Power, Stephanie Mills, Levert, The O'Jays and many, many more. In 2002, I decided to take a break from touring. I have worked hard to refocus on my playing and develop my jazz fusion trio, Miles Ahead. Last summer I spent a couple weeks on the road, dusting off the mixing chops with the band Los Lonely Boys, and have recently been out for a few shows with Regina Belle. Check out the sites for the two bands I'm currently involved with: The Sonnier Brothers Band, and Miles Ahead.
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Jaco,Tom Kennedy, Marcus Miller, Christian McBride, Richard Bona
