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Greg Essig

Berwyn,IL

Summary

Versatile and dynamic, I've honed my skills as a drummer with bands such as Kick The Cat, mastering a wide array of musical styles and excelling in rapid learning and adaptation. My collaborative spirit and proficiency in music composition and professional recording have significantly contributed to diverse projects, showcasing my ability to deliver exceptional performances under tight deadlines.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Drummer for "Kick The Cat"

Kick The Cat
01.2023 - Current

Drummer For Bluewater Kings

Bluewater Kings
05.2021 - Current

- This is a band catering to weddings and corporate events. Typically playing about 60 dates a year.


- Learning many tunes on short notice.


- Knowing what my roll is in any given tune, ensuring I know the recorded part and making sure I serve the music and not overplay.


- Always on time and prepared

Independent Drummer for Squeak E Clean

Squeak E Clean Commercial Services
01.2021 - Current

- This company creates music for commercial use for many companies. I am often called upon to play drums on demos or compose pieces myself.


- Under specific direction, I create, play and record parts from my home studio for use in commercials.


- My playing has been used on many commercials for various companies worldwide.

Freelance Drummer

Everyone/Anyone
05.2013 - Current

- Playing and recording with/for various bands, artists and entertainment companies from across the world.


- Regularly perform in many different genres including but not limited to: Jazz, Rock, Pop, Experimental, Indie, Hiphop, Fusion, Latin, and others.


- Professionally record from my home studio for artists and for commercial use.


- Create/design parts specifically catered to what the musical situation needs.


- Learning and writing out many tunes on short notice to ensure a solid and professional performance.


- Being easy to get along with and excited to work with others to create something great.

Sub Drummer For Jonathan Scales Fourchestra

Jonathan Scales
05.2016 - 05.2016

- Learned over 20 intricate tunes in less than 2 weeks for a tour.


- toured throughout the southeast USA



Drummer For Marbin

Marbin
08.2013 - 09.2015

- Toured extensively throughout the states.


- Recorded a full length album


- Opened for legendary guitarists, Allan Holdsworth and Scott Henderson.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
05-2013

High School Diploma -

Plainfield Central High School
Plainfield, IL
05-2008

Skills

    - Quick learner

    -Attentive to detail

    - Works well as part of a team

    - Loves to learn and grow

    - Ability to play a wide variety of musical styles

    - Great rhythmic understanding

    - Ability to read and write music

    - Patient and easy going

    - Composes music

    - Understanding of recording/ engineering professionally

Interests

- Learning other instruments such as guitar


- Modular Synthesis


- Recording


- Mixing


- Composing


- Dogs


- Food


- Nature

Timeline

Drummer for "Kick The Cat"

Kick The Cat
01.2023 - Current

Drummer For Bluewater Kings

Bluewater Kings
05.2021 - Current

Independent Drummer for Squeak E Clean

Squeak E Clean Commercial Services
01.2021 - Current

Sub Drummer For Jonathan Scales Fourchestra

Jonathan Scales
05.2016 - 05.2016

Drummer For Marbin

Marbin
08.2013 - 09.2015

Freelance Drummer

Everyone/Anyone
05.2013 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance

Northern Illinois University

High School Diploma -

Plainfield Central High School
Greg Essig