Its my nickname from college and the short name for where I grew up in Indiana.

Every now and then I play live. Performed around Loyola Univ. in Chicago mostly (i.e. coffee houses and student unions). I've also played at a couple of bars that had open mic nights.. Have to say its one of the best and most terrifying experiences I've had. A small note to other musicians getting ready to perform for the first time - don't drink beforehand - you forget lyrics.

Its all about getting your music heard beyond the four walls of your apartment. I've gotten the best advice, critiques, and ideas from other artists around the nation.

Tree-Fitty (Rhythm Guitarist) - Small garage band I was in back in Indiana for about a week until the members disbanded due to laziness.

John Mayer, Jason Mraz, Paolo Santos, Babyface, Stephen Speaks, Javier, Ernie Halter, Musiq, Passion (Jeremy M), L De'bois, Jack Johnson, Red Hot CHili Peppers, Tom Petty

Lake Street stop on the Chicago Redline - always has decent musicians trying to earn a buck always singing classic Motown hits on guitar..

Pretty basic setup.. Martin 000x1 Acoustic, Washburn Acoustic, Meinl 'Slapbox' Cajon, regular XLR mic, M-Audio MobilePre (Recording), Cool Edit Pro, Live Sequencer, Reason, ACID Pro.

If you wanna drop a line, APTiongson on AIM..