I’ve been playing guitar off and on since the age of 13. I started playing bass because of Phillip Lynott from Thin Lizzyit was my first rock concert, my brother took me. Also, I was really into Kiss and thought Gene Simmons was cool. I still have trouble not playing bass when I play guitar. I continue to throw in bass riffs and runs, especially when playing rhythm guitar. I started playing electric guitar because I wanted to be like Eddie Van Halen or David Gilmore. Sadly, I was never really any good, I could never play the really cool songs or hot licks. I gave up more than once because of the frustration. I always returned to the passion (from time to time) when ever my life got difficult (as life often does). Finally I found the music inside of me and was able to follow the inspirations that were given to me. It took a many years and a lot of self-abuse. I had to hit an emotional rock bottom in my life before I finally saw all the good things I had been given. That seemed to spark all my inspirations. I have my wife and kids to thank for that. They are an endless source of inspiration. My music is a blend of blues, jazz and rock. The music is a sometimes delicate blend and other times a harsh blend of electric rhythms, melodic solos, and bass counter-melodies. My main influences are a diverse group of guitar innovators and legends. I strive for a sound that is raw yet powerful. I record all the instruments myself, but I take on a different persona for each instrument. Each persona is allowed to add their personal stamp to the music.