Bios - Darren
Instrument: Drums
Age: 30
From: Crestwood, MO
Hobbies: Fishing and hunting, playing acoustic guitar, going to rodeos or concerts, traveling, home improvement projects
Gear: Tama Shells, Pearl Snare, Tama Stands, DW Pedals, Zildian Cymbals, Shure Mics.
Music History: I started playing drums when I was 10. In my younger years I performed with big band style jazz groups, pit bands for musicals, orchestra and played snare drum in marching band. Since then I have performed with various rock and country bands including Goonamona, King Leer, Haywire, Whiskey Steel, Sax Appeal, Broken Road, Matt Steel / The River Saints, Cedar Creek, Saved By Chaos, and Three Fortys.
Influences: Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, Neil Peart, Terry Bozzio, Carter Beauford, Dennis Chambers, Steve Smith, Carmine Appice, Bobby Rock, Tommy Lee, Rikki Rockett.
Favorite Song to Perform: Orange Blossom Special or Rocky Top
Least Favorite: Baby's Got Her Blue Jeans On and Keep Your Hands to Yourself