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CONGAS BY CARLOS

About Me

'Deep Fried Tunnel Rats' Carlos Johnson began playing music at Kashmere Senior High School under the direction and inspiration of well known musical director, Conrad Johnson. Carlos continued his study of music at Texas Southern University. While at T.S.U., Carlos performed as a member of the Texas Southern Jazz Ensemble winning many awards, including first place at the Notre Dame Jazz Festival. Carlos has performed with saxophonist Kirk Whalum, along with jazz great Arnett Cobb and the Mob. During his 28 year musical career, Carlos has explored many musical venues playing with country, pop, rock, and classical performers. He has toured the United States and overseas with such groups as War, Bobby Womack, Dr. Hook, Sarah Vaughn, Willie Nelson, New Jack Hippies, D.R.U.M. and even the Houston Ballet ! Carlos Johnson is currently performing locally with Congas by Carlos, Clay Melton (the prodigy child), and Patrice Pike when she is performing on Wednesdays at the Mucky Duck. As you can see, Carlos is a seasoned musician as well as a percussion instrucment instructor. He has toured and taught at colleges, elementary schools, and holds a percussion workshop on Tuesdays at the Last Concert Cafe.I edited my profile with Thomas Myspace Editor V4.4 (www.strikefile.com/myspace)Performance by Patrice Pike and band Accompanied by Carlos Johnson 10/22/08Performance by Patrice Pike & Band accompanied by Carlos Johnson
"Firefly" by Patrice Pike accompanied by special guest Carlos JohnsonFirefly by Patrice Pike
Patrice Pike accompanied by special guest Carlos Johnson at the Mucky Duck 9/17/08. This wonderful performer, Patrice, wrote a song while they played the congas. It was magical.
.."Good Times" Carlos singing with El Gato Negrito

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Member Since: 15/01/2008
Band Members: Carlos Johnson-Percussion; Nate Lyndon -Drums; "Anura"-Keyboards; Osakwe Rikondja-Bass
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Influences: Art Blakely, Chico Hamilton, Billy Cobham, Ginger Baker, Chick Wells, Ringo Starr, Keith Moon, Louis Bell, Gene KrupaT-Shirts available at performances !If you want to reserve one, email me. *
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Record Label: Manskin Productions
Type of Label: Indie

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Check here for info on when Patrice Pike will be back at the Mucky Duck on Wednesday

That's right, folks, Patrice Pike is back in town at the Mucky Duck for her wonderful happy hour !  Carlos will be playing with her for the amazing sound of two conga players and Patrice's awesome mus...
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