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John Paul McCune

About Me

Drummer, percussionist, studio & session artist, vocals, acoustic guitar with an IT career.

Born in the Mid-West and youngest of 6 siblings, from which we all owe our parents thanks for giving us the musical gifts we all possess in one way shape or form. We moved to the Space Coast of Central Florida in 1979 and has been home-base ever since.

Started gigging professionally from the age of 16 and thought it was very cool to go into jazz clubs and perform being under age at the time. Live performances are as fun today as it was then; but now only I wish they would check my ID!

I strive for dynamics no matter the group or style of music I'm involved with. This approach has opened up my style and makes it possible for me to take part in a wide range ensembles and musical experience.



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Member Since: 25/10/2006
Band Website: www.billychapman.com
Influences:

My mother gave me a jump start with big band jazz from the get go. The drummers from this era really paved the way for me regarding skill and technique. A study group with Louis Bellson, Buddy Rich, Elvin Jones, Max Roach and Gene Krupa you really can’t go wrong. Moving into my teens with fusion, alternative and metal of the era starting with Erskine, Cobham, Gadd, Weckl, Phillips, Wertico, Bozzio, Wackerman, Chambers, Pert, Copeland, Beauford and the list at this point becomes pointless. One inspiration that’s always helped mind, body and soul would include surfing; its rhythm, timing and being in the pocket helps. I’ll leave it at that cause my influences and inspiration never stops growing

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Record Label: Unsigned

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