Joshua Hunt - ProfilesArchive

About Me

Grew up in Kentucky. Fell in love with Southern Rock, Country, Bluegrass, Heavy Metal, and Hair Bands while growing up. Upon entering college, I quickly realized that I couldn’t major in any of those musics. Therefore, I fell in love with Classical music. I received the Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance from Western Kentucky University. Shortly thereafter, I received a Master’s degree in classical percussion performance from the University of Illinois. While studying at the U of I, I took notice of the incredible jazz program that was beginning to gain recognition. I decided to remain at the U of I to complete my Doctorate in jazz studies. I’m currently working on completing that degree.

Though my diplomas state otherwise...I consider myself a student of every possible music. I certainly do not think of myself as merely an "orchestral percussionist" or a "jazz drummer." I find it to be a tragedy that so many "purists" in any given genre of music relegate themelves to "golden rules."

My ultimate goal is to make a living playing music. I feel that this is what I have to offer society.

Check out this video of me playing drumset with the University of Illinois Latin Jazz Ensemble at the International Association of Jazz Educators Conference in Toronto, Canada.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 3/3/2008
Band Website: c-ujazzcrusaders.com/home.html
Band Members:

"Never Had It So Good" (live) and "Never Make Your Move Too Soon"
Dave Dickey-trombone
Phil Doyle-tenor sax
Chris Reyman-Fender Rhodes
Chris Nolte-bass
Shawn Purcell-guitar
Darden Purcell-vocals
Joshua Hunt-drums

"Falling Angel" (live) composed by Rory Stuart
Glenn Wilson-bari sax
Rory Stuart-guitar
Armand Beaudoin-electric cello
Joshua Hunt-drums

"Prism" and "October Night" (live)
Joshua Hunt-marimba

Influences:

My Dad, Dana Hall, John Bonham, Philly Joe Jones, Kenny Washington, Roy Haynes, Keith Moon, Charli Persip, Pretty Purdie, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Tain, Jack DeJohnette, Lewis Nash, Hank Williams, Lyle Lovett, Dwight Yoakam, John Coltrane, Cannonball Adderley, Art Blakey, Patsy Cline, Kenny Rogers, Miles Davis, Tower of Power, The Meters, Allison Krauss, Led Zeppelin, Steely Dan, Heart, Tom Waits, Jimmy Cobb, Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, George Strait, Merle Haggard, Poncho Sanchez, Richie Sambora, Brian Blade, Greg Hutchinson, Grady Tate, Waylon Jennings, Otis Redding, Curtis Mayfield, Sam Cooke, Bill Stewart, John Scofield, Motely Crue, Metallica, Loretta Lynn, The Count Basie Orchestra, Duke Ellington, Bob Marley, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Grand Funk Railroad, Black Sabbath, Thin Lizzy, U2, Sonny Fortune, Big Sid Catlett, Klook, Prez, Bean, Bird, The Motor City Madman, Michael Brecker, Clark Terry, Red Garland, Paul Chambers, Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver, Flatt and Scruggs, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Porter Wagoner, The Possum, The Band, Charlie Daniels Band, Max Roach, Cream, Clifford Brown, The Police, Joshua Redman, Dewey Redman, Junior Brown, Jimmie Vaughn, Mahler, Wagner, Strauss, Beethoven, Mozart, Brahms, Dick Dale, Bill Evans (piano), Paul Motian, Jimi, Joni, Janis, The Doors, the Stones, The Beatles, Jimmy Smith, Shirley Scott, Brother Jack McDuff, Stanley Turrentine, Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Lewis Nash, my Aunt Linda, Bill Monroe, Whispering Bill Anderson, Muddy Waters, Blind Lemon Jefferson, Son House, Robert Johnson, Buddy Guy, Dr. John, Brad Paisley, Art Taylor, Jeff Hamilton, Peter Erskine, The Jazz Crusaders, Larry Hunt, Mike Taylor, Steve Jenkins, Eric Raeger, Zane Williams III, Brad Deason, Steven Tyler, Paul Rogers and Bad Company, Freddie Mercury, Iron Maiden, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Stan Getz, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Keiko Abe, Rage Against the Machine, Living Colour, Joao Gilberto, Astrud Gilberto, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughn, Hank Mobely, Horace Silver, Art Tatum, and Tony Williams.......but not neccesarily in that order.

This is one of my favorite videos on YouTube right now. The drummer (Kenny Washington) is a constant source of inspiration to me. I was lucky enough to take a lesson with him a few months ago. It was an eye opening experience. Enjoy!!

Brian Blade is one of my favorite drummers right now. This is a killer video of his Fellowship band.

Stevie Ray Vaughan is another constant source of inspiration in my life. His music has literally changed my life. Settle in and get comfortable for this one. Hold on tight at about 3:43.

Sounds Like: CRACK....BOOM....POW (name that tune)
Record Label: unsigned
Type of Label: None