Thank You

In 2004 I was in a car accident that totalled my car. After escaping the wreckage with out a scratch, it made me look at life in a whole new way. Every day is an extra day that I get to enjoy on this planet 🌍 because, there is no way I should have survived.…Read more Thank You

Drumnetics @ NAMM 2020

I had a chat with Mike from Drumnetics about his revolutionary drum pedals. Spoiler Alert: There are no springs!!! Enjoy the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmMo1eZJMbA&t=24s Learn more about Drumnetics Pedals here Enjoy other cool videos here. Don would love to hear from you. All comments and questions welcome!

First Impressions of Lanikai Bass and Tenor Ukes!

It's such an exciting time to be a musician. Lanikai Ukuleles just unveiled their new line of ukuleles. The most notable are the new bass ukuleles, thin line and signature line of ukes. I was fortunate enough to gain access to them for a few hours back at the hotel during NAMM. Here's my first…Read more First Impressions of Lanikai Bass and Tenor Ukes!

NS Design at NAMM 2020

Don had a chat with the iconic Ned Steinberger at NAMM 2020 in Anaheim, California. Ned announced his very first six string CR series bass guitar. Enjoy the video. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=hVqVPJFza2I https://youtu.be/UH8scG4sHTo Learn more about NS Design CR Series here. Don would love to hear from you. All comments and questions welcome!

Does size matter?

I have been using 5A CooperGroove drum sticks for a couple of years and so far they have been amazing. I upgraded a few weeks ago to the newly designed 5A sticks and also decided to go with the slightly longer model, the 5A-165 (16.5 inches long as opposed to 16 inches). That extra half…Read more Does size matter?

Three reasons to play the Ukulele

The journey started in July of 2019 when I met the folks at Lanikai Ukuleles. I got the opportunity to play an amazing quality ukulele for the first time and it was like a dream come true. I never knew the ukulele could sound that good! Most people view the ukulele as a classroom instrument,…Read more Three reasons to play the Ukulele

The Ultimate Travel Studio?

I have been touring around the world for about ten years and it's been an amazing experience. I was able to write and record an album while on tour in hotel rooms, and was able to mix it while we waited in airports and on the tour bus. There are so many tools available to…Read more The Ultimate Travel Studio?

Tuning drums with ONE knob?

Wow... Just when you thought the drum set could never be improved! Welch Tunings System has re-engineered the way Drums are tuned with their tuning technologies. Imagine being able to tune your drums quickly with one knob or better yet tune your drums to the key of the songs you play together in a band…Read more Tuning drums with ONE knob?

The battle of the BOOM!

Not all boom stands were made equal, so today I will compare two of the leading microphone boom stands on the market and see which one is right for you! Enjoy the Video. https://youtu.be/A428FvxjGdY Learn more about Hercules Stands here. Don would love to hear from you. All comments and questions welcome!  

Amazing Dynamic Mic for CHEAP!!!🙀

I have been a professional musician for a couple of decades and I have learned over the years that there is no need for expensive gear to produce amazing music. With the advances in technology and more companies competing in the marketplace, prices have been driven way down. FIFINE Technology is one such company that…Read more Amazing Dynamic Mic for CHEAP!!!🙀