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About Me

EUROPA's drum line and background vocals are handled by Michael Alexander. Michael has been playing the drums for over 20 years with a rich background in music. Growing up he has been influneced by the latin music in the city as well as his own hip hop genaration. At home, his father, who is a sound engineer, taught him about jazz, and his mother, who sang gospel, encouraged him to play in church at age 8. Throughout his teens, his brother, who is a rock guitarist, would have him play with his band from time to time. All these influences has made Michael a very versatile drummer with his own unique style. His style of drumming adds a soulful, funky, hip-hop groove to EUROPA's music. Michael is a seasoned Gospel, R&B, funk, rock, latin, fusion, and jazz Drummer. He is influenced by the styles of Stokley Williams, Chris Dave, ?uestlove Thompson, Billy Cobham, Kirk Covington, Jeff "Tain" Watts, Jimmy Cobb, Carter Beauford, Phil Collins, (Chaka Khan, for real!) and many other great jazz and R&B drummers. Michael is also becoming a well rounded songwriter. He contributed and co-wrote songs on EURÃ“PA's 2nd CD titled "ELEMENTS". Mike also plays a little keyboards. You are getting the total package here!Mrs. Brady, Dirty Dee Dammit!, Da Da, Rick James, Brotha Darkness, Jay Whitie, Shades, Senceless, Sweet Jones, The Ocelot, and Mr. Wu!!!!! TEAM CAPTAIN HAS SPOKEN

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Member Since: 1/18/2006
Band Website: europajazz.com
Band Members: Alvin Gertman-Lead Vocals & Percussion, AJ Ambrozaitis-Tenor Sax & Backup Keyboards, James Pickens-Bass & Vocals, Alexander Ambrozaitis-Music Director, Keyboards, & Vocals, Michael Alexander-Drums & Vocals, Anselmo Leal-Lead Alto, Soprano Saxes & Precussion,
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Here are SOME of the national recording artists that I have had the pleasure of meeting and playing along side. Will Donato, Spyro Gyra, Michael Lington, Brian Culbertson, Stacey Knight, Chris Botti, and Jesse Borrego
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EUROPA'S ALBUMS WERE RECORDED AT...EUROPA IS POWERED BY SAM ASH click photo to visit the website
Record Label: EDP Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

HAVING FUN WITH "THE SHOW"

COME OUT AND HEAR ME PLAY WITH ONE OF SAN ANTONIO'S MOST POPULAR R&B/LATIN VARIETY BANDS "THE SHOW". LEAD BY ROGER TAMEZ AND FEATURING VOCALS BY THE LOVELY WEDNESDAY BALL. ...
Posted by Big Mike* aka* Baby Boy on Mon, 10 Sep 2007 02:39:00 PST

NOW U CAN FIND MY VIDEO CLIPS IN MY BLOG!

THE STUDIOPERRIN BEITEL RD. SAN ANTONIO, TX. 78218Phone 210.650.5858www.TheStudioSA.com ...
Posted by Big Mike* aka* Baby Boy on Fri, 10 Aug 2007 02:20:00 PST

I NEED TO UPDATE MY PAGE, LOL!!!

SORRY IT BEEN AWHILE SINCE I UPDATED MY PAGE. I GOT SO BUSY DURING FIESTA AND TEXAS RELAYS I FELL BEHIND ALITTLE. BUT I HAVE SOME CHANGES HAPPENING WITH MY MUSIC. AND I WILL KEEP YOU POSTED ON W...
Posted by Big Mike* aka* Baby Boy on Tue, 02 May 2006 04:30:00 PST

I, Too, Sing America!

I am not as poetic as some people on myspace like my boiz Jan, Little brother, and Questlove. But I want to share a poem my grandmother hipped me to years ago. It taught me to stand up for my mus...
Posted by Big Mike* aka* Baby Boy on Fri, 24 Mar 2006 05:06:00 PST

OOH SHIT!! IT'S WAYNE BRADY, SON!!

"Is Wayne Brady gonna have to choke a bitch?" Another Dave Chappelle Show classic. Wanye Brady goes hard in this skit. I love the parody of Training Day. Paul Mooney started all t...
Posted by Big Mike* aka* Baby Boy on Thu, 02 Mar 2006 08:14:00 PST

CHARLIE MURPHY!!!

I just posted another clip of myself doing a solo at a gig here. If you get a chance to watch it tell me what you think. We were just goofing off and have fun with the crowd that night. Hope...
Posted by Big Mike* aka* Baby Boy on Wed, 01 Mar 2006 09:27:00 PST

Go see Dave Chapelle's Block Party!

Dave Chapelle is my nigga! So I decided to post some of my favorite clips from his show starting with this one featuring one of my favorite drummers. I need some breakfast yall, PEACE I"M OUT! &...
Posted by Big Mike* aka* Baby Boy on Sun, 26 Feb 2006 05:40:00 PST

Give God all the glory.

The lord has truly blessed me in many ways. I thank Him for everything, my talent, my family, my friends, and Jesus. He gave us His son who died for our sins. Thank you Lord! I pray You continue to ...
Posted by Big Mike* aka* Baby Boy on Sun, 26 Feb 2006 12:45:00 PST

Who does he think he is?

What's up myspace? Just wanted to take this chance to let people know I'm out here making music for the masses, and connect with other musicians, music makers and music lovers. I guess the best way t...
Posted by Big Mike* aka* Baby Boy on Sat, 25 Feb 2006 12:59:00 PST