
looking AHEAD
I am a solo acoustic musician, DJ, and photographer, and my work is a defining part of who I am. I live with purpose—dedicating myself to God, to our country, to the men and women who serve, and to my friends and family.
For me, music is not just entertainment; it is an art form, and art is a reflection of truth. True art is born from the heart of the artist—a living, feeling human being—rather than from something mechanical or emotionless. Because of this, genuine emotion naturally finds its way into every note and lyric.
My music is sincere and authentic. It reflects who I am and captures the essence of my life at any given moment. Through my performances, I share my mindset, my experiences, and my aspirations with the audience. I place great value on creating a real connection with listeners, and I strive to interact with them during every performance. These moments of connection are deeply meaningful to me; there is no greater reward for an artist than building a bond with an audience.
I aspire to play music that evokes a wide range of emotions and communicates truth. I am drawn to songs with depth and meaning—songs that connect with me personally, whether through their lyrics, melodies, chord structures, rhythms, or tempos. Above all, the music must move me, so that I can, in turn, move those who are listening.
As a performer, I thrive on interaction and connection. I am a people person at heart, and I find joy in exchanging energy and conversation with the crowd during my shows. I approach each performance with humility and a genuine love for the shared experience of live music.
My setlists are carefully curated to include songs that resonate both with me and, I hope, with my audience. My influences span a wide range of artists—from Mötley Crüe to John Denver, Frank Sinatra to James Taylor, and many places in between. Regardless of the genre, every song I choose carries a message or feeling that can serve as a common language between myself and my listeners. I am constantly pursuing the perfect acoustic tone and enjoy crafting unique sounds that fit the emotion of each song.
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Currently, I perform live shows as my schedule allows, balancing my time as a full-time single father to my incredible 14-year-old son and as a full-time student at Berklee College of Music. I am in the early stages of exploring songwriting, with the goal of eventually writing and performing my own original material.
When I’m not performing or studying, you can often find me at home experimenting with new backing rhythms on my looper, refining vocal techniques, and working through fresh song ideas.