Song writer, guitar player, creator and producer. Influenced by bands ranging from Dream Theater to the Beatles, he writes melodic songs with strong grooves, heavy guitars, and intricate vocal harmonies. He writes all songs by initially playing the various instruments himself on an old 8 track unit. His guitar playing is most informed by Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Nuno Bettencourt, John Petrucci, Plini, Andy McKee, and James Hetfield. He recruits all star players to bring his creations to full production, such as Simon Phillips Billy Sheehan Derek Sherinian, and many more.