Sometimes you don’t get a choice… rhythm chooses you!!! Jo was born on August 22, 1986, in Kansas City, Missouri. It became more than apparent around the time he was 2-3 years old, that this little boy was in love with music. Especially the drums. Whether it was fly-swatters, pens, spoons, even pots and pans. Not much could deter this little drummer boy from making some noise!!!! Jo moved to Austin, Texas in the summer of 2007 and that is where all the incessant work came to fruition. He played with many acts in the Texas circuit, in every style imaginable. From the raw aggression of metal band, Skull Bangers. To the soothing soulful sound of James Moran. To the old time rock and roll vibe of Luke Zen and The Naked Lip. As well as studying under drum guru Trevor Detling.

Jo moved to Atlanta, Georgia later that year to continue his journey in music. He quickly picked up lots of projects in the Atlanta area. From the soulful groove of R&B sensation Joseph Walker, to the pummeling sound of Industrial/Metal band Inviolate, to the laid back pocket of Brett Ryan’s blues band. As well as several various musicians and groups, never turning an opportunity down to play, to progress, and to hopefully enrich the lives of those in attendance. Soon, he found himself torn between several projects requesting his full-time attention.

Jo found a wonderful home playing for the Pop/Rock 4-piece band Pistol Town. An infectious band with electrifying shows, viral melodies, driving guitars, and thunderous drums. The band is touring non-stop promoting their latest album ‘Days Away’. Steadily climbing the pop/rock charts the guys are hoping to continue the momentum of 2011 into the following year and show no signs of slowing down. Check em’ out at www.reverbnation.com/pistoltown or www.facebook.com/pistoltown2011

Jo cites the those who have influenced his drumming the most as Morgan Rose, Benny Greb, Thomas Lang, JoJo Mayer, John Bonham, Terry Bozzio, Trevor Detling, Kent Aberle, and Joel Perdue.

Jo is very excited to be a part of the Saluda Cymbal family… as one of their artists he hopes to further the awareness of the public, that there are incredible sounds coming from the Saluda Cymbal factory. Hand crafted right here in the USA!! See for yourself!!!!

Jo’s current Saluda Set-Up consists of….

15” Glory Hats-Fusion w/ Waved Bottom

2x19” Glory Crashes-Medium Thin

22” Glory Ride-Medium

21” Glory Crash/Ride-Extra Thin

16” Voodoo-Pre-Aged China

10” Glory X-hat( 10”Glory Splash on top of 10” V-Bell)