Chris Gamper (GamperDrums)

GamperDrums, based in the San Francisco Bay Area, is a prominent drum set artist hailing from Oakland, California. Known affectionately as Chris, Gamper, Gamp, or by other endearing (or occasionally less desirable) terms, he embodies a rich legacy in the local music scene. GamperDrums is a fixture in performances and recordings throughout west coast and beyond, both with his own bands and alongside various collaborators.

In addition to his drum set prowess, GamperDrums is deeply engaged in crafting solo compositions for marimba, vibraphone, and tenor steel drum. His repertoire also extends to percussion ensemble works, showcasing his versatility with hand drums and other percussion instruments.

GamperDrums’ professional journey is underscored by his association with leading names in the drum industry. Presently, he proudly represents Canopus Drums, Aquarian Drum Heads, and Reunion Blues Gig Bags, a testament to his expertise and commitment to advancing the craft.

As of recent, you may also catch him causing people to boogie down with some San Francisco funk projects (check the gig listings!).

As a testament to his professional accomplishments and dedication to the drum industry, Christopher has been accepted into the Artist Relations programs of some of the finest percussion equipment manufacturers in the world. He is proud to be supported by Aquarian Drum Heads, Axis Percussion, Bosphorus Cymbals, DW (Drum Workshop) Hardware and Mapex Drums………https://www.chrisgamper.com/

Vaja (Recording Artist) & Patrick Kehrier (Grammy Award Winning Engineer)

Vaja (Recording Artist)

Vaja unveils her cover of Depeche Mode’s “People Are People.” She is the 3rd recording artist in history to release her directorial debut music video as a world premiere at the iconic Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, CA (April 4th, 2023).

Her 8X award-winning music “People Are People” has won the hearts of many film festivals around the world. Vaja was featured in Variety Magazine with Depeche Mode & Guitar Thrills Magazine regarding her new hit single. Blending electronic rock / cinematic music, she captures the essence of her unique style. Oscar Nominated / Award-Winning Composer Steve Horner & Vaja joined forces to create a masterpiece ⚜

The theme of the film is based on a futuristic dystopia cyberpunk world. The cityscape and desert transforms into a beautiful array of colors, symbolizing unity. Vaja was inspired by the original Blade Runner and Mad Max classic films, which ignited her passion for telling her unique story about living in a world full of different people in a society that challenges individuality and race. Visually and emotional scenes resonate with those who see the beauty of diversity, empathy and the universal bond that connects us all…..https://www.vajamusic.com/biography

Patrick Kehrier (Grammy Award Winning Engineer)

Since 2010, Patrick has spent his life dedicated to working in the industry’s most sought after recording studios on the west coast. His early career encompassed working with many of the industry’s top artists, learning the tricks of the trade, and developing a blueprint for bringing the big studio experience into the project studio and DIY environments.

“Without music, life would be a mistake”

After working in some of the best studios in the world, including Kung Fu Gardens (now Sphere Studios), NRG Recording, Glenwood Place, Sunset Sound, EastWest, and Conway, Patrick went freelance and has been working on projects in all facets of the recording industry. With his technical and large format recording experience, he can provide the same quality product at a competitive rate…… https://www.patrickkehrier.com

Sorry Ghost Band

Meet Sorry Ghost – a potent blend of optimism and frustration, loud and soft edges, encouragement and rejection. Childhood best friends brought together in the swampy lands of Louisiana, Matt and Dan moved to Los Angeles and added the dynamic Tate Silver and Sean Duong to complete the package. Dan is the spice to Matt’s sizzle, the goof to his swagger. Tate brings the midwestern charm and highfalutin theater training from the likes of Julliard, while Sean brings the youthful energy and zest for life that only he can. This unlikely crew is setting out to blend the alt rock/indie vibes that made Matt the smooth operator he is today, the pop punk sounds that soothed Dan’s teen angst, the easy going groove of Tate’s jazzed-filled youth, and the soft boy emo anthems of Sean’s adolescence. With new music in the works, Sorry Ghost invites you to join them as they stumble through all the feels, reminding you to stop and smell the fun…https://sorryghost.com/home