I started playing Ukulele back in 2008, so I guess it's been about 4 years now. I started playing as a joke but then realized how much you can really do with the uke. Since discovering the theory of playing 12 bar blues, that's the direction my songwriting took and been that way ever since.
What was the first concert you ever went to?
I think the Westmoreland County music scene when I was in middle school through high school was what really got me started loving music.
What gear do you use?
Cordoba Acoustic-Electric Ukulele, Hohner Piedmont Blues Harmonicas, and a Phonic Powerpod PA system is what I use live. I love that uke.
Who was your biggest musical influence growing up?
Growing up, Bob Dylan was definitely the one who influenced me writing poetry and later on writing songs. He was in my opinion one of the most powerful lyricists to ever write.
Are you in a band? Have you been in bands?
I just play solo. It's harder to really lock up alot of gigs. But I get to do some cool events from time to time. Like the Upcoming Pittsburgh Marathon's "Music By The Mile" which is sponsored by Dick's Sporting Goods.
If you could jam with anyone, who would it be?
I would like either a sit down with Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen, or Bruce Springsteen. 3 of my favorite songwriters.
What's the biggest audience you ever performed to? What's the smallest?
My biggest audience I would have to say is around 100 people. The smallest, probably 3
You're stuck on a desert island and only get to bring one album with you. What do you pick?
Johnny Cash "American Recordings". just something special about that record.