Hip Pocket plays a unique combination of R&B, funk, and jazz that simply electrifies a room. The band boasts a killer horn section, two of the most soulful vocalists in town, and a tight, driving rhythm section that's a joy to work with.
And what great material for a drummer to play -- Tower of Power, Earth Wind & Fire, Chicago, Chaka Khan, Steely Dan, James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder -- just one tight groove after another with plenty of horn licks to accent. It's no wonder the band's list of former drummers reads like a who's-who of the best players around, from Derico Watson (now touring with Victor Wooten) to Jon Wert ("chops-o-plenty"). I won't even try to fill their shoes -- I'm just honored to follow in their footsteps.
Many Hip Pocket gigs are private engagements but the band also loves to play the local club scene, so check my gig schedule page for upcoming shows. Meanwhile you can check out several live recordings of the band by following the links on this page.
