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DonJuan Pepaa MTL`S Pocket Drummer & BEAT MAKE

About Me

Header Banner Made with MyBannerMaker.com! Click here to make your own!Don Pepaa was born and raised in Montreal Quebec , surrounded by a lot of local musical talent. At the young age of 8, he made the best decision he ever took in his whole life so far. This decision not only has proven to be in God’s will, but it also allowed him to accomplish things he never imagined.At 8 years old, Don decided to start playing the drum. From then on, he was on his way to an amazing journey full of joy and great accomplishments. Following the fast rhythm of life, Don recorded his first album in 1997.His talent and skills was recognized throughout the whole city therefore he was asked to feature with several local artists such as: Eart to heaven,Devine, Nodeja Featuring Barnev, C.C.M.M Choir by Maestro Emile St-Hilaire , Genuine faith choir featuring Jennifer mead.Slowly creating himself a reputation, all started to hear about this new “cat” in the neighbourhood. There was a new name in the street. Don was now called Don JUAN Pepaa and all this exposure allowed him to breakthrough in the local scene and open doors to performing with other main stream recorded artists. Don played for several worldwide known artists such as: Marvin Sapp, Twinkie Clark, Rap Gospel Artist B.B.J, Lisa McClendon, Recording Artist/ Producer and Righter Buch Heyward with the Institutional Radio choir, Danny Eason, Umoja, One Featuring Corneille, Gardy and Gage, F.B.I Crew, Sharon Brooks, Michelle Adams, Mannix, Jodie Resther, Sharon Jackman, Sylvie Desgroseilliers, Gage, Iba, Senaya, Jahnice, Fredy V, Malika Trolien and many others Due to his great talent Don traveled a lot and participated in many important events that shall always be remembered by all.In the year 2000, he was featured in the Francofolie with Nodeja . He also went to Japan for a workshop with Recording Artist/ Producer and Righter Butch Heyward. In 2003 and 2004 Don traveled to China, Macau , Thailand and Indonesia with the group Scarlip. Don even performed for dignitaries such as Jean Chretien and Georges W. Bush at the Summit of Americas with the R.O.C.K Gospel choir. In 2005 he once again played at the Francofolie with the Catburglaz and at the Jazz festival with Yakenge in 2006. In 2007 with legendary Chris Combett @ the Francofolie and participate @ the Jazz Festival in Montreux Switzerland with IBAAll of this may sound like a lot for 27 year old Don Pepe, however it doesn’t stop there him. Don his currently working on a special project with his “home town crew” composed of various local gifted band players called the SSP which stands for : Sunday School Project.Don started his carrier in Church and he understands that none of this would have been possible if it wasn’t for the Great One guiding his footsteps. To stay true to his roots and also to give thanks , he gathered with several others that have been blessed with talent, created SSP and they plan on recording an album really soon.So stay tune for more of Don Pepaa A.K.A: DonJuan Pepaa!!!


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Member Since: 11/4/2006
Influences:( MY INFLUENCES AND MENTORS ) Jean Hugue, Bob Evans, Gerald Heyward,Jeff 'Lo' Davis, Eddie Heyward, Butch Heyward ,Melvin Crispell, Terry Baker, Calvin Rodgers, Aaron Spears, Calvin Coon Napper, Spanky, Thomas Pridgen, Nat Townsley, Doobie Powell, QuestLove, Sheryl Harper, James Hall, Dwayne Wright, John Peters, Reggie Young, Kevin Stancil, Cris Dave, Dave Wes, James Brown, Sheila E., Teddy Campbell,Darwin Jeune, David Compere,Alexandre Paquette, Philadelphia church in Mtl. Canada.......PLAYING @ THE LINE 1 PROJECT @ THE CORONNA IN MTL.. JAMMIN WITH THE LINE 1 BAND PLAYING WITH A.L CHOIR IN MTL REPENTIGNY 2006 JAMMING WITH THE NUBIAN BAND @ LA SCENE BASTILLE IN PARIS 2007 ( ON THE LEFT DON J.PEPAA ON DRUMS AND ON THE RIGHT STEF ON DRUMS )
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Record Label: unsigned
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