Wednesday, May 16, 2012 [Jupiter, FL] – Daniel East, the drummer known for his animated performances with many artists in Rock, Soul, Blues, and Cajun – Zydeco, recently signed with Aquarian Drumheads to endorse their products. With a background as a live and session drummer, East is also an accomplished audio engineer with a reputation for excellence in the sound and tone of his drums.
“I did my homework,” reports East. “For years, I’ve tried every brand [and type] of drum heads to find that perfect combination, and only Chris [Brady] delivered what I’d hoped for. I want to sound like ‘me’ and have the feel be as right as the sound. This was an easy choice since I always listen for the best sound first.”
Daniel East performs with Iko-Iko, the Blues band that appears in the films Cape Fear and Contact.The band worked with artists in a variety of styles including Ron Wood (Rolling Stones), Muddy Waters, Jimmy Buffett, Bo Diddley, Bobby Keys, Slash, Ivan Neville, and others.
East’s career also includes performances with Christina Christian (American Idol), George Terry (Eric Clapton), Gerald Levert, Alto Reed (Bob Seger), Billy Mann, John Mooney, Albert Castiglia, Patxi Pastor All-Star Band, Nico Wayne Toussaint, Alberto Slezynger, Delmar Brown (Sting), Leroy Romans (Rihanna, P. Diddy, Jimmy Cliff), Fernest Arceneaux, Warren Caesar, and more.
A product of the famed Philadelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts, and Philadelphia College of the Performing Arts, East was raised on a hybrid of Philly Soul, Gospel, Blues, Jazz, R&B, Rock and Pop – sometimes sneaking into live music venues to see his idols – all of which helped him to develop his deep backbeat style and signature sound.
“We’re really happy to welcome Dan into the Aquarian family,” stated Chris Brady, Director of Marketing and Artist Relations for Aquarian Drumheads. “He has a great understanding of our products and a wonderful reputation for his sound as an artist.”
Daniel East is proud of his choices for sound quality and performs exclusively with these fine brands:
Aquarian Drumheads
Yamaha Drums
Soultone Cymbals
Hornets Drumsticks
KickPort
Audix Microphones
Future Sonics Ear Monitors
Axis Percussion
RhythmTech
Stage Ninja
PitchSlap Cajons
DrumFun
To learn more about Daniel East, follow him online:
Web • Twitter • Facebook • YouTube • NextBigSound
About Aquarian Drumheads:
Originally founded in 1980 by renowned Big Band drummer and clinician, Roy Burns, with the technological expertise of business partner, Ron Marquez, the mission was to develop the highest quality products for drummers by drummers. Today, Aquarian Drumheads fulfills this mission by offering outstanding quality, musical sounding drumheads and accessories that allow performers to easily focus on their performances. Their artist roster includes top drummers of every style, genre, and experience level worldwide. Aquarian Drumheads are available from fine musical instrument retailers, distributors, product catalogs, and online resellers worldwide.
