TWIN CITIES PREMIER LIVE MUSIC ROCK & ROLL TRIO
Well... my passion started by watching Iz and the Ka'au Crater Boys along with other local Hawaiian favorites. I started with a ukulele at the age of 5 right there in Kauai, HI. Moving from the islands to the main land of MN at the the age of 10 opened my eyes to classic and hard rock music. Ever since then I've had a guitar in hand! My pursuit of becoming an inspiring musician has lead me to 2 dear friends whom I consider family! We are all a little Half Shattered!
It all started in 5th grade when I was sent to the principals office for making too much noise by tapping my pencil on my desk. My cool parents did not ground me, instead they gave me the opportunity to take 5 years of private drum lessons. I became influenced by the different styles of Gene Krupu, Buddy Rich, Neil Peart, The Muppets Animal, Lars Ulrich, Tommy Lee, and many more. I played in several bands like the Harding marching, U of M marching, KFC drum & Bugle. It wasn't until I landed the gig as the 29th drummer of Spinal Tap that I felt like I made it. Just for the record, I did not die in some kind of bizarre accident like all of the other drummers. I just became Half Shattered!
My musical journey began when l was 9, playing the piano. My fascination grew as l was given my first electric guitar. I found my true passion once l started playing the bass guitar.
My inspiration was transformed by the music of Rush, Led Zeppelin, and Iron Maiden, to name a few of my many influences. I went on to writing solid rhythmic and melodic song foundations. I look forward to the creative musical experiences with Half Shattered. Thank you Family, Friends, and Fans, for this opportunity.