Passion for Percussion

If the event requires a groove, I certainly can adapt to any style of music, and create a feel with strong dynamics by listening attentively to the performing Artist. Equally said, play "respectful feels/patterns" to complement the solo artist/musican and or group of musicans to collaborate and not overplay and remain in the pocket. Can provide backing harmony as well. Key range C or D.

Stage performances can be of any size, and or studio tracks or live recordings. Creating music is not about me, it's all about the the performing artist, and collaborating with other musicans to achieve the required performance and sound.

CAREER: Dimitris began his musical journey at age twelve, learning to play drums inspired by teen friend Tico Torres of Bonjovi. His passion to play hand percussion came later in life inspired by Shelia E. of Prince. Dimitris has performed with musicians of multiple genres, and has performed internationally with cruise ships and land excursions. His performances have sailed him through the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Aegean, and Ionian Seas.

Dimitris has also worked as a studio percussionist. He has recorded drums and hand percussion with multiple artists:
Darren Panelli, CD “Repossess My Bones”
Artie Ross, CD “Wanderlist”, and upcoming CD (2015)
Sam Sims upcoming CD (2015), 2016.
Sam Sims Band opened for the Legendary Bob Marley band, the Wailers in 2014 and 2015.

Dimitris has performed with over 400+ musicians and bands. He has become a well-respected musician at two New Jersey Open Mics (one run by Rob Dye, George Ott and Mike Ghegan, and the other with Carol Barbieri, Bobby Donofrio, and Mike Penny). He is the percussion player and backing singer for the Sam Sims Band (which also includes the multi-instrumentalist/singer-songwriter Sam Sims and guitar virtuoso Kyle Ward). He also plays in the group, Square Head with Thor Tollefsen and Mark Jones; and Time KeyPers with Bill Sapienza.