Warp speed: my Mom told me I was drumming in the womb; I was born and raised in the burbs of Detroit, Michigan; I grew up building elaborate castles and action figure battle scenes, jumping off my tree fort, and dressing my sister up in karate outfits-arming her with a bow staff- and whupping her with my super awesome made up moves; I started drumming formally in the fourth grade and just kept playing.

I have been working as a freelance musician in New York since graduating Western Michigan University in 2001 with degrees in Music and Philosophy. I play the drums, hand percussion, piano, numerous electronic instruments, and sound creation/manipulation programs. I'm slowly working on tackling the guitar and bass too.

I joined Wheatus on my birthday in 2006 after a month-long audition process. I have a great time with these guys in the studio and on the road. We're always checking out new stuff together and laughing a lot. We have played some amazing shows and I'm looking forward to the new record and more touring!

Along with Wheatus, I also currently perform and record with Duncan Sheik, Clinton Curtis and The Swedes. In the past I have performed or recorded with MC Lars, Holly Brook, Micah Green, Aikostar, Vampire Suit, Desiring Machines, The New York Voices, Guernica, a Frank Zappa cover band, and many other talented musicians.

In addition to performing in bands, for the last twelve years I have been accompanying professional dance classes, and have written many compositions and sound scores for modern dance companies in the US, Europe, and Japan. I was the composing artist in residence at Barnard College in 2003.

Breaking it down: I love playing and writing music; I love my parents and sister who are always very supportive even when I get too busy to call; I love my best friends who are some of the greatest people I know on Earth; I love hanging out, hot weather, good food, playing lacrosse, watching football, skiing, and traveling. However, I do not love getting pink eye in the UK. Please wash your hands. Thanks.