I was born & raised in Tucson, and have worked professionally in the Education & Workforce Development sector for over 25 years. As KongaKid, I have worked in several bands in Sacramento, Denver; and for the past 15 years in Los Angeles. I currently work for Los Angeles Valley College and moonlight as a freelance percussionist and drummer.
My original projects include Groove Bazaar, Luis Narino, The Orisha Project and Daniela Torchia. I keep busy with cover bands including Sidetracs, Souled Blue, Reed Walsh & The Perfect Crime, Europa, and the Valley Playahz.