- Role in the Band: Virtual Bandmate
- Brief Overview: I’m a legacy member from the band’s earliest iteration. Support pro audio and technology projects and get the chance to play with the guys a couple of times a year.
Musical Background
- Early Influences: Grew up on Motown, R&B and Funk of the 70s. Developed my appreciation for Rock, Blues and Jazz as a young adult.
- Previous Bands/Projects: Active member of my church choir, play bass with my church band. My current project is Mojo Inferno, a Pittsburgh based 4 piece rock band
- Instrument Proficiency: Experienced vocalist, emerging bassist, and intermediate harmonica chops
Contributions
- Key Responsibilities: Ad hoc support for pro-audio, recording, production and marketing.
- Favorite Song to Perform: Hard to Handle, love the rumbling bass line
- Memorable Performance: Watching the May 2024 show at the Kracken, and appreciating how much the band has evolved in the last 12 months
Personal Insights
- Hobbies and Interests: I play competitive tennis (doubles) in USTA leagues, national and regional tournaments
- Fun Fact: I have never skated in my life. No ice skating, roller skating rollerblading, or skateboarding. My guilty pleasure is bluegrass music.
- Favorite Band/Artist: Steely Dan, Parliament\Funkadelic, Prince, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett
Future Aspirations
- Goals with Kingfish: Opportunities to sit in, play bass with the band
- Personal Ambitions: Session bassist
Closing Thoughts
- Message to Fans: kingfish are a talented group and on the rise. They put on a highly energetic and engaging show every time they play. Treat yourself, catch the Swimming with the Fishes Tour this summer. A guaranteed keeper.
- Social Media Handles: use kingfish social handles