Joe Lopez - Drums

Even at a young age Joe always displayed a love for music. In seventh grade he was introduced to the trombone with an eye towards the drums. "I wanted to play drums, but instead they handed me a trombone and told me they had too many drummers". "I arrived early to rehearsal one day, I noticed a few loose drums, and a couple of cymbals that were sitting around collecting dust, before I could say anything, the band instructor asked if I knew anyone that wanted some really old crappy drums" (hmmm, right?).

The focus on drumming sharpened, he began to emulate some of his favorite drummers (too many to list) and by age 15, Joe began anchoring bands like Katzeye, Naked Angel, Czar, Opposite Earth, Bangarang, Chronicles (a Rush tribute act), The Johnnie K Band, Great Grooviness, and has performed in more traditional yet challenging roles within a 24 piece orchestra. After numerous studio sessions, and who knows how many live shows, Joe has found expression with a varied collage of musicians, and styles.
Having opened up for acts such as Heart, and Trace Atkins, and preformed with Pat Travers , Joe continues to display a high level of musicianship, and maintains a strong presence anywhere he plays.

"That's what I do; I'm an entertainer who enjoys entertaining".  

Joe currently plays Yamaha drums, Zildjian cymbals, and Roland electronic percussion.

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