Moved to the UK in November 2011, now living in the southeast of England about an hour south of London.
From 2005-2011, Peter played all over Michigan as a soloist with self-produced backing tracks and loops doing Classic Rock, Funky Blues and Trop-Rock = sometimes as many as 6-7 gigs per week playing Country Clubs, Pubs, Garden Parties, fundraisers and BBQ / pool parties. "Occasionally I would hire side-men such as a conga player or sax-man."
In 2007, Peter produced a new CD called 'Chasing the Sky' with 6 original songs and 4 covers by some of favorite artists: Jack Johnson, Van Morrison, Jimmy Buffett and Bob Dylan. One previous CD self-produced in 2001 entitled 'Frequent Sea' with 10 original songs.
In West Palm Beach, Florida, Peter was a founding member of the White Owls retro/new wave band. For over 20 years they rocked the South Florida club scene, numerous SunFests, opening slots for major acts, etc. www.thewhiteowls.com
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A pro musician for 30+ years. Imagine Jimmy Buffett meeting Jim Morrison at a roadhouse and sharing a few beers. A generous dose of Eric Clapton & Mark Knopfler on one hand and the Stooges & Ramones on the other.
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Infused with Motown, Punk Rock and Grand Funk with a dash of island music & spiced shrimp.
Similar Artists
Seger, Morrison, Clapton, Knopfler, Buffett, Doors
Influences
Bob Seger, Lennon & McCartney, Bob Dylan, Pete Townsend, John Fogerty, Bob Marley, Eric Clapton, Santana, Jimmy Buffett, Jim Morrison