Ashworth, Siochain, CA3, BCC radio, Michael Roe, Matt Haupt, Jeff DeHerdt and any one on stage or in the studio with me that day
Influences
Jesus, Kathryn, Leah, Lauren and Alexandria Meyers, 77s, Peter Gabriel, Police, Beatles, King Crimson, Sting, Miles Davis, Chris Whitley, Michael Roe, U2, Bill Bruford, Led Zepplin, Francis Schaeffer, Charlie Peacock, The Choir, Doug Feasel, Tony Levin, Leland Ryken, Aqualung, Switchfoot, The Roots, Pat Mastelotto, VOL, A Perfect Circle, Robert Fripp, Brian Eno, C.S. Lewis, Imogen Heap, Christopher Walken, Aphex Twin, George Winston, Pat Metheny, Alfred Hitchcock, Terry Bozzio, Billy Ward, David Torn, Shawn Pelton, Dane Clark, Hunter Herman........
The organic, textural style of Bryan Meyers drumming, along with a passion for the experimental, and the humility of being pliable, allows Bryan to shine in an assortment of music genres. Seeing the drum kit as a multi-timbral instrument and not just a collection of role specific devices, Bryans playing takes on a holistic, organic approach to music making.
This style is rooted in a love of all kinds of music and a desire to bring something special to every playing situation. Among all the friction that large egos can create in the music scene, Bryans approach is refreshingly adaptable and accommodating. Whether busy or sparse, smooth or angular, loud or at a whisper, Bryan strives to contribute musically to that which the music at hand requires and inspires.
Born in Southern California in the 60s put Bryan in a unique time and place for a musician. Growing up listening to Beatles, Motown and hard rock, he eventually became a progressive rock fan right when punk and New wave came crashing down. After playing for a few years, he began to cut his teeth on jazz gigs in Palm Springs during the 80s. He played a variety of pop, rock, jazz and orchestral gigs in the following years. Whether rocking out with local bar bands, improvising esoteric soundtracks for the Indianapolis Childrens Museum Planetarium, or supporting the tour de-force that is Mike Roe with his percussion/ kit drum hybrid, Bryan always manages to get involved in something that stretches him and diversifies his musical palette. Hes even been known to don a kilt for some Scottish Bag Pipe music. Bryan has also played with the Vineyard Christian Fellowship for over 15 years. This has led to regional touring and recording with a variety songwriters and musicians from all over the country.
Ashworth, formed in 1999, has become place for him to flourish and see his own eclectic style emerge. While essentially a pop/rock band, Ashworth has given him the opportunity to play driving dance grooves, smooth Latin grooves, slamming rock beats, and mind bending odd meters and polyrhythms. He has also contributed to arranging, programming loops and backing vocals. Having a local band to call home has allowed Bryan to build relationships in the local and regional scene, opening doors for other performing and recording opportunities.
Bryans experience includes playing live with a variety of artists, including national acts Mike Roe, The Lost Dogs, the Vineyard Music Group, Darrell Mansfield, and regional acts Ashworth, CA3, Paging Raymond, CM, and Joel Henderson. The music genres of the aforementioned bands include pop, rock, alt-country, blues, folk, country, jazz, and creative soundscapes. And Bryan has met many other artists while on the road, sharing the stage with Yes, 77s, John Mellencamp, Over the Rhine, Mandy Moore, Tobey Keith, Bill Mallonee, Avril Lavigne, and Junior Brown. Involvement with so many bands has led to recording opportunities with several of them, as Bryans name shows in the liner notes of Ashworth, Mike Roe, 77s, Matt Haupt, and Lost Dogs albums, as well as jingles and demos for a number of projects.
Whether rocking out on a straight four, swinging to a jazz number, or attacking the kit for a progressive rock piece, Bryan strives to serve the song in every situation. The player who serves the song serves the writer, the band, the aesthetic will, and the audience, and that is the sort of team player that Bryan fervently strives to be.
Hey Man! I love the sound! Very unique but also very cool. Are you playing all the instruments in the recordings?
Im not sure if you like our style of music or not but we are playing a show in Franklin IN this friday and would love to meet up. God bless! Justin RIR
Just stopping by to say hello and give you some news. The new album 'Coolgilly and the Freakshow' from Centascope is now available worldwide from CD Baby and directly from the merchandise page of the official website. You can also get the album from Apple iTunes, MSN Music, Rhapsody, Napster, Amazon and many more.
Thanks for the add, I love your sounds btw, great tracks!
If you get a chance, please take a listen to our first Chill out release "Beach Music, Cafe Music & Bar Music Collection" by ACO Ambient Chill Out. We'd love to know what you think of it!
Cheers
ACO
Hey guys, please dont forget to vote for us once a day till May 25 at www.cornerstonefestival.com/newbandshowcase/BionicMonks. We got in the running a month after voting started so we are definate underdogs. You moved us up 39 spots to 104 which is awesome. We need to get to the top 10 to get on one of the stages or 1 to be on the main stage with the Headliners. If we move 7 spots a day we are #1 and share the stage with "Head" formerly from Korn. Also check out the Anvil and the Hammer podcast preview on our sites. The podcast officially airs Monday May 9th You all Rock and we thank you....Monks
Tiede, Metz, & Downs was the name of a lawfirm here years ago, but no I don't know 'em. Your drumming is pretty freakin' sweet though. It's good to meet you as well. Cheers, MDM
Come Rock with us this Saturday night as we return to Randy's Roadhouse in Batesville, IN. Randy's is celebrating their 12th anniversary and have slashed the cover price to $5.00. This is going to be one party you will not want to miss!
Yarrr!! We've got some pretty sweet live chats and exclusive pictures over on the deadliest forum ( www.deadliestforum.com ). Thought you might want to be hip to the haps! :D
Hey...So I moved to Indy, and I'm dying to see you and your new band! Where and when is the best place to come see ya?? Miss you guys a ton. All of you.
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Thanks again, We are excited to have you in our circle of friends!
The new album 'Coolgilly and the Freakshow' from Centascope is now available worldwide from CD Baby and directly from the merchandise page of the official website.
Hi Brian, I hope you had a very happy new years Birthday!! I'm a true newbie on all the musical instruments in our house. I enjoy going to shows when I can and meeting up with everyone. Last show I saw was Collective Soul. pics you can view on site.
