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Sam Aliano

About Me

Sam Aliano
Sam Aliano is a world class drummer originally from Melbourne Australia now living in Los Angeles. Sam is the current drummer for singing sensation “Summer Rose” The band won 2 awards “Artist Of The Year” (La music awards) one month later “Outstanding Independent Artist” (Rock city news). Sam has performed at major drumming festivals around the globe, such as “Montreal Drum Festival” 2004, “UDDW” 98, 2000, 2001, “Batuka Drum Festival” 2003 and numerous European clinic tours. Sam is also an in demand session drummer and clinician. Since relocating to the USA, Sam has collaborated with such musicians as: Nuno Bettencourt, Billy Sheehan, Paige Hamilton, Logan Mader, just to name a few. Sam’s level of experience, ability to play multiple styles of music, and provide professional value added services such as musical directorship and sight reading put him in high demand for shows ranging from small club trios playing jazz through to large capacity stadium shows playing classic rock to country music. Sam continues the path toward becoming one of the highly respected and world renowned Drummers of modern times.
Sam is officially endorsed by: Sabian: Cymbals. Mapex: Drums. Vic Firth: Drum Sticks. Remo: Drum Heads. Meinl: Percussion. OZ Drumpads.
Now Available!
Sam Aliano Signature Drum Sticks by Vic Firth are now available on my website. Available in both wood and nylon tips. Get your very own set now!
Sam's solo album Emalgamation is now on iTunes !
Rough, Slow and Expensive…!
Hanging out backstage with my favorite band of all time. TOTO






My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 9/30/2005
Band Website: samaliano.com
Band Members: Sam is available for; Tours, Sessions & Drum Clinics.

[email protected]

323-640-5674 USA

SAM'S CREDITS INCLUDE:

Billy Sheehan (Steve Vai, David Lee Roth)

Nuno Bettencourt (Extreme)

Logan Mader (Machine Head / Soul Fly)

Paige Hamilton (Helmet / David Bowie)

Dave LaRue (Dixie Dregs / Steve Morse / Joe Satriani)

Summer Rose

Napolean Brock (Frank Zappa)

Johnny Disel

Wendy Mathews

Vanetta Fields (Steely Dan / John Farnham)

Frank Gambale (Chic Corea)

Brandon Fields (Tower Of Power)

Jack Jones

Fisk & Cristian

Geoff Achison

Endrone

Gongzilla / Gong

3 Days Grace

Jeffrey Baxter (Doobie Brothers)

Sam Aliano OZ Drum Clinic Tour 2007.

Check out this drum solo. RSE Manic Depression

Manic Depression
.. Rough, Slow and ExpensiveCheck out this video: Hot For Teacher

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Influences:

Drum clinic in LA

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With 7 redd live at the gig. Hollywwod .Sam Aliano in-store soundcheck

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Ruby James

La Grange

Selected Discography

Sounds Like: All tunes that you hear have Sam Aliano on drums. Some solo stuff from Sam's CD emalgamation and some session work.

Type of Label: None

My Blog

Let the onslaught begin. "HOC"

The wait is almost over. .Stay tuned for big and exciting news.Let the onslaught begin.
Posted by Sam Aliano on Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:10:00 PST

More Hannah Montana sessions.

Just recorded more sessions for Hannah Montana in Santa Monica.
Posted by Sam Aliano on Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:05:00 PST

Rough, Slow and Expensive

Hello Everyone&!       We are glad to announce our next gig of many to come soon after our short break.   We will be performing at The Cat Club in Hollywood this Sunday Janu...
Posted by Sam Aliano on Sun, 27 Jan 2008 12:17:00 PST

Sam Aliano OZ drum clinic tour 2007

    Hi all,I'm pleased to announce that i will be performing an Australian drum clinic tour for Allans music. I can't wait. It's been 6 years since my last performance in Australia.All ...
Posted by Sam Aliano on Thu, 11 Oct 2007 10:01:00 PST

Sam Aliano teaches drums in Malibu.

I now teach drums in the Malibu area.If your interested in drum lessons you can e-mail me at [email protected] or call (323)640-5674.Cheers.Sam Aliano.
Posted by Sam Aliano on Wed, 05 Sep 2007 07:44:00 PST

Looking to buy roland v drums

I'm looking to buy roland v drums. Td 10, 12 or 20.If you are selling a set e-mail me at: [email protected] Aliano.
Posted by Sam Aliano on Sat, 12 May 2007 04:34:00 PST

Sam Aliano signs with Vic Firth

Hi all.I'm proud to say that I now endorse Vic firth drum sticks. I'm extremely excited to be working with the company that I grew up playing.A big thank you to Marco, Vic and everyone at Vic Firth.Yo...
Posted by Sam Aliano on Tue, 27 Mar 2007 12:10:00 PST

Ruby James Tour

  The Ruby James tour was very successful. We all had a great time. The only hiccup was I had an accident lugging some equipment and almost broke my finger. I cut it severely and badly bruised...
Posted by Sam Aliano on Tue, 27 Mar 2007 12:20:00 PST

Recent gigs (News)

Some recent gigs & News I recently played drums on  Hana Montana's new DVD. (Disney)The record I recorded with Japanese artist Arashi hit no:1 on charts.Summer Rose. We...
Posted by Sam Aliano on Tue, 27 Mar 2007 12:28:00 PST

Sam Aliano opens a

My good friend John Russco and myself are opening a "School Of Rock" music school in Santa Monica. The official opening date will be January 21st. Pre-opening party will be January 14th. Come an...
Posted by Sam Aliano on Mon, 20 Nov 2006 06:59:00 PST