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Steve SMITH
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Style: Blues, Jazz, R&B, Funk, Cajun and Pop
Profile: International top drummer and the member of 'Vital Information' group
Awards: One of the 'Top 25 Drummer of All Time' in 2001 Modern Drummer Magazine
 
Background:

  • At age 9 in 1963, Smith began studying the instrument in earnest with local teacher Bill Flanagan.
  • Professional career began in full, at age 19 in 1974 with his tenure in the 'Lin Biviano' Big Band.
  • Began leading his own fusion band 'Vital Information' in 1983 while still a member of 'Journey'.
  • Has played on many hits with arists as Mariah Carey, Bryan Adams, Zucchero, Claudio Baglioni, etc...
  • Play Sonor drums, Zildjian cymbals, Vic Firth Signature Sticks, Remo Drum Heads, DW Bass Drum Pedals

Live!

Sonor Drum Clinic Tour 2005 Hong Kong Stop (April 12)

Homepage

http://www.vitalinformation.com/steve/

 
 

 
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