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Stico Vondrake

About Me

STICO VONDRAKE was born in 1972 in Chicago, Illinois. He lost his sight at the age of 7, and was totally blind until the age of 17, at which time he regained sight in his left eye. Stico moved to Richmond, Virginia at the age of 14 due to his mother’s job. He graduated from high school in 1993. Instead of college, he took up part time jobs at McDonald’s, Burger King, Hardee’s, Wendy’s, TIME LIFE, Inc., landscaping companies, etc...,all to support his music career. He is currently devoting 18 – 24 hours a day to changing other peoples lives through the gifts given to him by the Creator. He is a session producer as well as a fluent drum, bass, and keyboard player. Stico has been producing for 12 years. He is currently the sole producer for production company, Buck Buck Productions, located in Richmond, VA.His production artillery includes the Roland VS2480-CD, Roland VS2400, ASR-10, and ASR Rack mount, Ensoniq Workstation MR-76, A Station made by Novation, Ibanez acoustic bass, Fender P-Bass, Fender Fretless J-Bass, all percussions, drums, and acoustic piano just to name a few.Stico Vondrake has worked with a host of creative beings such as Black Waxx recording artist Nana Soul, worldwide recording artist Jarrard Anthony, recording artists S/O/U/N/D/P/R/O/O/F, former Miss DC and recording artist Rashida Jolley, up and coming recording artist Goldie Braun, world renowned poet Latisha Devine, The Dells, The O’Jays and countless others.Stico Vondrake is currently playing bass for indie rock group, BLAH! BLAH! BLAH! For more info on this band visit.... www.myspace.com/blahblahblahchicagoHe is also currently working on the Goldie Braun album which is stated to be released in 2009.....For more info on this artist visit.... www.myspace.com/goldiebraunAlso check out Chocolate Phase! When the Super Producer, Stico Vondrake met the Super Arranger, Jarrard Anthony... things changed and haven't been the same since! Hear what metamorphosis sounds like.... www.myspace.com/chocolatephase"; I edited my profile at Freeweblayouts.net , check out these Myspace Layouts!

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 1/18/2006
Band Website: www.blackwaxx.com
Band Members: STICO VONDRAKE ~ Producer, Drum, Bass, and Keyboard PlayeriTunes-Downloads For Dollars Vol 1 ..
Influences: The Late Greats; Curtis Mayfield, Marvin Gaye, and Barry White. The Here and Nows; Michael Jackson, Trevor Horn, Depeche Mode, Arif Mardin, Jazz Pianist Robert Glasper, and Radio Head.
Sounds Like: The Black Moby
Record Label: Black Waxx Recordings
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

iTunes-Downloads For Dollars Vol 1

http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum? playListId=208111397    
Posted by on Thu, 21 Dec 2006 07:48:00 GMT

IF YOU NEED PRODUCTION

PEACE LOVE & SOUL TO ALL MY INDEPENDANT BROTHERS AND SISTERS FOR THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF ENERGY AND CAPITAL INQUIRE HERE FOR INSTRUMENTALS, FILM SCORES, AND/OR PRODUCTION FOR ENTIRE PROJECTS.
Posted by on Sat, 11 Mar 2006 22:54:00 GMT

Blackwaxx Recording Artist * Nana Soul *

Back on the grind working with my sista who's truly divine. That's right!  Nana Soul, Black Waxx recording artist and songwriter is putting together her long awaited debut album.  She i...
Posted by on Thu, 16 Feb 2006 01:50:00 GMT

S/O/U/N/D/P/R/O/O/F ALBUM IN STORES NOW!!!

Soundproof is a duo consisting of female singer and songwriter Camisaya, born in Yokuska, Japan, and session producer/musician Stico Vondrake, a chicago native. This "Euro Soul" group is calmer t...
Posted by on Thu, 16 Feb 2006 00:50:00 GMT

Troops Out Now

Troops Out Now! Want our troops back home? Tired of all the lies and bullshit? This CD is a must have, with commentary from members of the Troops Out Now Coaltion and a compilation of recording artist...
Posted by on Thu, 16 Feb 2006 02:15:00 GMT

Over The Influence

Looking for something new? Look no further? Check out this hot compilation CD, that offers a wide range of  urban music. Guaranteed to stir your soul, touch your heart, move your body, and most o...
Posted by on Thu, 16 Feb 2006 01:58:00 GMT

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Posted by on Thu, 16 Feb 2006 00:57:00 GMT

Music...It's the thing legends are made of

This one hit me hard! He is and will always be one of the illest producers in music. J.Dilla rest in peace. Your music lives on...  
Posted by on Thu, 16 Feb 2006 00:33:00 GMT

S.E.X.

For the past 10 months I have been working on the JA project. My people this is definately one to listen out for. This album is timeless and has no other choice but to change the game. Music will neve...
Posted by on Thu, 16 Feb 2006 00:26:00 GMT