John Bonham, Neil Peart, John Fishman, William Calhoun, Joe Morello, Stewart Copeland, Alex Han Halen, Ginger Baker, Mitch Mitchell, Clyde Stubblefield, Stephan Perkins, Phil Collins, Carter Beauford, Keith Moon, Chad Smith, Nick Mason, Tim Alexander, Jimmy Chamberlain, Dave Grohl
Johnny Smith-Drummer/Percussion - For the past 20 years, music and drumming have been the driving force in my life. My philosophy on drumming is simple, play with passion and attitude but always dedicate these emotions to the music. I want what will make the song ring true and will play whats best to deliver its meaning. I enjoy being a team player and taking suggestions from any member of a given band, there is no ego here. Since moving to Los Angeles, I have played all over the West Coast, from San Diego to Seattle, and the world, including a USO tour to Iraq to play for the troops. I have professionally recorded drums and percussion with several different bands(Katie Morris, Offshore, Generation Beautiful) and have had the honor and privilege of working and recording with Marc Desisto(Michelle Branch/Don Henley). I can play solid to click trax both live and studio, and have an array of percussion ready to perform with. To hear an example of my playing, please listen to any of the trax on this page. If you are looking for a solid drummer with a professional attitude, please look no further. In conclusion, I look forward to meeting other professional musicians that love to play and express music.
Wuz up dirty drummerboy johnny?? I don't see you around at work... Stop by and say Hell-o!! I don't know yet if I will be able to come see your performance this Sat, I have my best friend's 30th on Sat at the same time. Talk to you later!
Hey Johnny, I wanted to tell you it was a great freaking show. I looked for you as I was leaving... but meter was running low and I had to roll. I'm so glad you're doing well with the DKs. I'll be back around Jan. - I'm sure we'll catch up soon.
Ironically, I will be up for an album review soon. I am coding my ass off putting together a custom site for music reviews!! I will need test bands to help me make sure the software works right - and of course those bands will be reviewed for the launch ;) I will add you to the list - can you send me via msg your email address and phone #? I don't expect anything to happen til about Januaryish. /mwah miss you!!!
the House of Blues Foundation Room, this Thursday October 11th,
featuring special guest electric guitarist Roby Duron. We will be jammin in the Foundation Room at 9:15PM, but come early @ 8:30PM for Miss Deanna Brown (www.myspace.com/missdeannabrown), backed up by Deepak on violin, John on bass and Drew Taylor on drums.
Hope to see you on Thursday. Peace and Love, The B.O.L.T.
hey brother.......sorry Ive been out touch. So busy working and planning the wedding. I missed the recent shows cause Ive been slammed on night shoots. I hope your doin' well and that we can get togrther soon. all the best.......dorfman
Vegas was great DMB was amazing they closed with Halloween, for us die hard fans. Came back with a little extra money and some new kicks !!! Hey man sorry we couldn't make it to your show on Sunday, hope it went well man. We're gonna be at the Derby on Thursday night at 9:30 and there is an open bar from 8-9, let me know if you plan on coming out we'll get you on the list. Lets plan on getting a beer before we hit the road alright !!!
