I am incredibly fortunate to have grown up in the rich musical culture of Southern Louisiana. Surrounded by musicians, including my father, my love for music began at an early age. Although I was immersed in jazz, it wasn’t until later that I truly came to appreciate its influence on the roots of rock and roll and many other styles of music. Growing up in the '80s and '90s, my musical influences spanned across a variety of genres, all of which have shaped me into the drummer I am today. For me, ...