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A. Christopher "A.D." Johnson
FREELANCE JAZZ SESSION DRUMMER Contact me via Cell = 845 901 4072, Set Lists to = [email protected]
About Me
FREELANCE JAZZ SESSION DRUMMER Contact me via Cell = (845) 901-4072, Set Lists to [email protected] While growing up during the Golden Age of Hip-Hop, my old man introduced to me some great Hard Bop cats, that I fell in love with, just like I was with Hip-Hop culture. At this time, I invested in a few Bop Jazz drum lessons. I began to combine my Hip-Hop breakbeats, with my Hard Bop swing, and many acclaimed bandleaders began to contact me, seeking my unique funky Hard Bop swing. I am familiar with all Jazz standards, and looking forward to swinging with your combo’s original tracks. INFLUENCES “Philly Joe” Jones, Ben Riley, Max Roach, Roy Brooks, Art Blakey, Billy Higgins, Roger Humphries EQUIPMENT 14” x 4” PDP by DW Eric Hernandez signature maple snare, for my Gretsch minimal 3-piece Jazz drum kit. Zildjian 14” A Series Quick-Beat Hi Hat pair, 18” Avedis Ride with 3 rivets, 20” K Constantinople Medium Ride.
