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Tribute Bands
As a founding member of several high-profile Seattle-based tribute bands, I've played hundreds of shows across the US and Canada. These bands include Second Sting (Scorpions), Third Stage (Boston), Non Jovi (Bon Jovi), Problem Child (AC/DC), and Infinity Project (Journey). I'm also a co-founder of Northwest Tribfest, Puget Sound’s largest tribute band festival.
Original Music
I've written hundreds of original songs, in genres from country to metal. Some have been recorded by other artists, and some I've released on albums of my own.
Five of my songs have a received an Honor Award in the Great American Songwriting Contest, and others have been placed in movies and television, including Entertainment Tonight and the motion picture Barn Dance.
Audio Production
I'm a graduate of Horizon Audio Academy, and have written, recorded, and produced hundreds of projects, including jingles, commercials, theme songs, bumper music, and spoken word. Projects include podcasts Polygenometry and Explain Yourself, and the theme song for the stage play Tribute Time Machine.
Warmoth Guitars
I have functioned as the marketing director and public face of Warmoth Guitar Products for over a decade. I designed the Warmoth Meadowhawk and Redshifter guitars, among other things. I also produce and host the Warmoth YouTube channel, handle artist endorsements, write and design all web and ad content, and head up special promotions.
Session Work
I've played guitar on radio ID’s, beds, and bumper music for radio stations across the country, from KSIX Nashville and Chicago’s Loop to KJR Seattle, KSL Salt Lake, and KOA Denver.
Writing
I have written several books on songwriting and the creative process, and was a contributing author of "Songwriting for Dummies, 2nd Edition".