Rhythms and Flavors of “WallyWorld” CD

When I created the “WallyWorld” CD I envisioned a sonic rhythmic trip around the world. If you put on your headphones, press play and listen, you will travel to different countries and hear the jams of amazing musicians playing grooves and flavors of diverse cultures creating a varied musical menu. “WallyWorld” Menu: 1. Funky Arequita…

Phish song “Walfredo”

Recently I had another Phish fan ask me, “What is the meaning of the lyrics to the song, “Walfredo”? Well, I’m glad you asked! I will try to explain, as most people have no idea. Basically this song is about Phish’s version of “Where’s Wally/Waldo!”. Let me rewind..

My first Drumming Job

  At the request of my friend Al Velasquez that asked “What was your very first job as a drummer?”… here is the answer Al. I started studying / playing percussion since I was 12 years old. At that time, I moved to Las Vegas, NV with my family. My dad became the house band…

The Last Great Traffic Jam

The Last Great Traffic Jam (Part 2) Jim Capaldi was my alarm clock every day. Ring, Ring “Wallito, are you up?…Found a great expresso bar… man, lets go!” … We had cappuccinos and expressos in every city of the USA. We had so much fun and I learn big time from Jim and Steve. It…

The Last Great Traffic Jam

  The Last Great Traffic Jam (Part 1) After working with the Santana Band from 1989 to 1993, I found out Steve Winwood and Jim Capaldi where looking to reunite the super 70’s band “Traffic” and launch a 1994 tour. Capaldi sang and played percussion and drums so they needed someone that played percussion and drums…