Humans, legumes, and discarded furniture droppings
Influences
Hmm,, let's see..... Frank Zappa, Bob Marley, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Weather Report, King Crimson, Queen, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, Steely Dan, Joni Mitchell, Soundgarden, Captain Beefheart, Stevie Wonder, Todd Rundgren, Peter Gabriel, Paul Simon, Adrian Belew, RATM, Ours, James Hall, Prince, Sun Ra, Jeff Beck, Allan Holdsworth, Genesis, John Zorn, Trilok Gurtu, U2, DMB, XTC, Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, Tony Williams, Vinnie C, Terry Bozzio, Dennis Chambers, Bill Bruford, Salvador Dali, and on and on and on and on.... Anyone that creates anything that is truly their own and pushes me in the direction to do the same.
Originally from New England, Mark Letalien is a seasoned veteran to club touring, professional studio work, and teaching. He has spent the last twenty years refining his craft and developing a curriculum that will benefit both beginner and advanced students. He holds a degree in education, which has helped him tremendously in connecting with younger and adult students alike. He has also studied with some of drumming's finest, including Joe Porcaro, Ralph Humphrey, Jim Chapin, Joe Morello, and Doane Perry.
Currently residing in the Atlanta area, Mark has most recently joined Colonel Bruce Hampton to form the Quark Alliance. Along with performing, Mark is teaching and working on his first drum instruction book and instructional video.
Hey buddy! I heard you at The Dayfest, but I was suffering from some heat exhaustion after 4 shows there that weekend! I was toast. Water went right in and right out! Sheesh! How ya been?!!!
Mark, I can't tell you how happy I am I found you again... I have only been trying for about 6 years!!! I sent you my number!!! You can send yours if you like!!! Can't wait to talk to you!!!
