- Hard rock
- Latin rock
- Contemporary jam style
- Traditional country
- Alternative country/ country rock
- Funk
- Metalcore
- Post-pop
- Alternative
- Jazz fusion
- Swing
- Rockabilly
I have my own extremely reliable drum kit (Premier XP series shells/snare, Zildjian/Sabian cymbals, varied sturdy hardware). I regularly invest in new gear and provide a reliable backbeat to your live performance. I've been playing a drum kit on stages for 21 years, since grade school. 15+ years playing live music in California and around the states, about 4 years playing in Santa Cruz. I have a bit of experience playing for recorded sessions, jamming improvisation, and playing with dynamic focus. I do currently play in a band that gigs regularly around California, but it's not a full-time commitment at the moment and I'm looking to play more.
Open to experimental, less conventional work or classic, “top 40” types of gigs (weddings, etc). Hit me up! Let’s play.
Call or text Rich at (831) 332-1937
Stylistic influences:
- José Pasillas
- Larnell Lewis
- Zach Farro
- Sergio Acedo
- Miles Edwards
- Taylor Hawkins
- John Bonham
- Chad Smith
- Yussef Dayes
- Mitch Mitchell