Etymotic Signature Artists - ETY•Plugs (ER•20 Earplugs)

Steven Cobby

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I'm a UK musician, composer, producer and very occasional DJ based in Kingston-upon-Hull, Yorkshire.

I co-founded Fila Brazillia with David McSherry in 1990 with whom I released 10 lp's and produced over 70 remixes for artists such as Radiohead, Busta Rhymes, Black Uhuru, Simple Minds, A Certain Ratio and Moloko.

I helped form Pork Recordings with David Brennand in 1990 then 23 Records in '99 and Steel Tiger Records in 2006.

Prior to this I was signed to Big Life records as one half of Ashley and Jackson. A group that enjoyed moderate success in the late eighties and had a minor hit with 'Solid Gold', which went to number 3 in Austria. On a trivial note, the A&R man that signed us is head of Universal now.

My other writing and production collaborations include Heights of Abraham with ex Chakk members Sim Lister and Jake Harries; J*S*T*A*R*S with Lister and The Cutler with Dave 'Porky' Brennand . I also released two solo lp's and as The Solid Doctor and a selection of remixes under my own name. I've written and recorded with Cabaret Voltaire's Steven Mallinder under the guise of 'Hey Rube'. Our debut lp 'Can You Hear Me Mutha?' was released in October '12.https://soundcloud.com/heyrube.Adam Regan from Different Drummer and Leftfoot in Birmingham is also a regular collaborator. The project is entitled 'Chieftain' and aimed fairly and squarely at the dance floor. Digi ep released last year. CD to be released in '13.

I co-produced Afghan Whigs frontman Greg Dulli's debut solo l.p. 'The Twilight Singers' in 2000 and also co-wrote and produced Three White Roses and a Budd ep with Bill Nelson and avant garde American composer Harold Budd. I worked extensively with old chum Darren Emerson on his solo lp, in an engineering and writing capacity. Looking ahead,I'm off to France to work with ex Cocteau Twin Robin Guthrie in a couple of weeks.

My work has been used on a wide array of international film and television programs. From Sex and the City and CSI Miami to Blue Peter and Homefront in the Garden, my PRS statements are testament to the wide appeal of my back catalogue.

'Loose Nuke Threat' by J*S*T*A*R*S was used on two extensive UK advertising campaigns for John Lewis in 2005/2006 and Fiat in 2011. Nokia used Motown Coppers by Fila Brazillia on an international campaign in 2010. Two international feature films by Stacy Peralta - Riding Giants & Dogtown and Z Boys also feature Fila tuneage.

I've DJ'd on every continent but Africa and performed live and extensively toured both Europe and the States with Fila Brazillia.

As you can gather, I have a wide range of production, writing and engineering skills.

I'm currently represented by Roberto Neri at Eagle I publishing.

Don Teschner

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From the Rod Stewart Band, both his platinum award winning recordings and touring band, to the critically acclaimed MTV "Unplugged And Seated" release with Ronnie Wood of the Rolling Stones, Don is an accomplished Multi-Instrumentalist.

The list of instruments he plays is long and varied; Violin, Mandolin, all sorts of Electric, Acoustic and Slide Guitars, Bass, Viola, Octave Mandolin, Harmonica, Banjo, Bouzouki and 5 String Viola These are his main instruments. There are more, but why go on?

Born in London England, Don grew up near the foot of the Appalachian mountains in Easton, Pennsylvania. He began playing Fiddle, Mandolin and Guitar at the bluegrass festivals all around the state. After moving to the town of State College he began playing gigs with "Hey Pedro" and "DOA" while in school at Penn State University.

After his "Schooling" in Pennsylvania Don moved to Los Angeles to attend Musicians Institute and pursue his music. While studying Guitar Don became a Recording Engineer at MI's newly built recording studios, as well as the first call Live Sound Engineer for the many seminars and shows offered as part of the curriculum. Don did sound for Stevie Vai, Robbin Ford, Steve Morse, Joe Pass, Jeff Berlin, Tommy Tedesco just to name a few.

As one of the original founding members of the resurgence of Acoustic Music in LA in the late 80's, Don landed a recording session playing with the Legendary Rod Stewart This pairing led to Three world tours, Two Gold and One Platinum record.

After working with Rod Stewart for almost five years,Don released his first CD.

SwampRockBlues ; A collection of Slide Guitar based music. Inspired by the tradition of the Delta Blues; Organic, Acoustic, and Passionate. These steamy songs resonate with the beautiful yet haunting sounds of the deep South.

SwampFunkBlues ; is Dons second set of recordings, Electric Funk and Acoustic POP... covering a wide range of style and emotion . This time with his band "WaterDawgs", Don sings and Rocks The Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Violin, Mandolin, Lap Steel and Harmonica ... as well as a few choice Bass lines.

Don will soon be touring in support of this release. In the mean time he will be playing local shows around the Los Angeles area.

Don also plays with the Black Shamrocks, a traditional Irish Rock band and The Makepeace Brothers an acoustic rock band

Kyle Jordan Barshinger

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Kyle is currently a student majoring in music education at Illinois State University. In January of 2008, he was contracted as a member of the Colts Drum and Bugle Corps out of Dubuque, Iowa. In 2009, he was part of the elite group of Colts performers at the Presidential Inauguration Day Parade. Aside from the Drum and Bugle Corps, Kyle is also part of the Symphonic Winds at Illinois State and recently recorded a CD with composer David Maslanka, which will be produced by Albany Records to be distributed worldwide. Kyle had the opportunity to work directly with Dr. Maslanka to make the music and to gain his insight about the music.

Ernie Becquer

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Ernie Becquer started his musical journey when he was a young boy. His grandmother, Ubalda, exposed him to her favorite Cuban music and planted the seeds of Son, Bolero, Cha Cha, Mambo and many other types of Cuban music in his heart. He grew up listening to that music and it influenced him tremendously. Ernie also was inspired by his other grandmother, Anita, who was a poet, painter and artist who painted 100's of paintings, recorded several records, many poems and a children's book called "Nachito". She encouraged Ernie to pursue his passion for music. Ernie is constantly searching for knowledge and history to expand his musicianship. His grandmothers can be credited for his passion for music and his constant journey of musical growth.

Ernie has lived in San Diego for more than 15 years, and his talent continues to be sought after by the top Salsa and Latin bands throughout California. His steady meter and passion for the conga is evident in his performances. He has performed all over the United States, Mexico, Central America and recently became the first Toca Percussion Artist to perform Salsa in Lagos, Nigeria (Africa). "It's a blessing to be able to perform and express yourself through music," says Ernie.

Ernie has performed and shared the stage for some of the biggest names in the business, including the late Ray Barretto, Tito Puente, Celia Cruz and Cachao, as well as Oscar D' Leon, Irakere, Cubanismo, Luisito Carrion, Son by 4 and Tito Nieves. "When you perform and share the stage with your musical heroes you can't help but be honored," says Ernie. "I am very thankful."

Justin Coughlin

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As an educator, Justin teaches marching percussion. Dealing mainly with the front ensemble, Justin also specializes in arranging, visual design and programming. He is currently Caption Head and Ensemble Director for the Stamford High School Percussion Program in Connecticut. He has taught at many other schools including Waterford High School, and Cheshire High School also in Connecticut. He is an active marching arts clinician having worked with such groups as 7th Regiment Drum and Bugle Corps. Under Justin's instruction, his groups have won high performance awards on the USSBA, MAC and WGI circuits.

Dan Farrell

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Dan Farrell began his drum corps career in 1972 as a young baritone player in his hometown drum corps, the Phantom Regiment. Being a part of the growth of the Regiment through the 1970's was an experience that charted the course for his adult life.

After serving as an instructor, then caption head of the brass staff through 1992, Dan moved into the Program Coordinator position in 1993 and has held that position for most of the years since. He also served on the Phantom Regiment Board of Directors from 1999 - 2009 and has served on the Phantom Regiment Alumni Board since its inception in 1989. Currently, Dan is focusing all his energies on the Phantom Regiment, as Director of Programs, managing the corps as Director and Program Coordinator, as well as the Phantom Regiment's other educational programs.

Jeff Glidden

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Jeff Glidden has been a professional drummer since the age of 12 and has played virtually every genre of music, from eclectic jazz to new country. He's had the pleasure of opening for/sharing the stage with/jamming with/recording with some amazing talent: Michael McDonald (Steely Dan, Doobie Bros.), Willie Nelson & Family, Donna Jean Godchaux, Vince Welnick, and Tom Constanten of The Grateful Dead, JGB, members of The Allman Bros. Band, Jim Weider's Project Percolator, Charlie Daniels, members of Phil Lesh & Friends, Keith Urban, Jon Fishman of Phish, Rodney Holmes of Santana/Steve Kimock Band fame, members of Blues Traveler, Gov't Mule, Barbara Mandrell, Karl Denson, members of The Steve Kimock Band...the list goes on and on. Jeff's currently endorsed by Sabian cymbals, Vic Firth drumsticks, Sonor drums, Kelly SHU, ButtKicker low-frequency transducers, K&K triggers/mics, Etymotic in-ear monitors, and Evans drumheads. Jeff's recent highlights include the CD "Night Blooming Cereus," by The Sumner McKane Group. 'ECHOES,' National Public Radio's highly acclaimed music program, placed the CD in their Top 25 Listeners' Poll for 2006 (www.echoes.org) and placed it at number four in their Essential CDs of 2006. The CD also recently placed #58 in ECHOES Top 200 CDs of The Past Twenty Years Listeners Poll.

Currently freelancing, The Time Traveler and Human Metronome is available for any musical situation.

Lady D

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Lady D spent her childhood in Chicago studying theater, music and dance at an early age. Several years of performing paid off in commercials and a movie with Morgan Freeman and Cicely Tyson. Moving on to high school, college and grad school, she left her acting days behind her to explore science. Eventually she found her way back to the creative arts to become a premier DJ.

Darlene Jackson aka Lady D is a pillar of the Chicago House community. She's been a constant player at every relevant House club to rise (and often fall) in the city. She has played extensively throughout North America (Canada, US & Mexico) and globally in Russia, Asia, and parts of Europe. She's appeared at numerous festivals including Lollapalooza's 20th Anniversary on Perry's stage alongside Skrillex, Afrojack and others because she is a performer of the highest caliber. Fierce, sexy and classy, Lady D knows how to move the masses.

A media darling, Lady D has enjoyed covers and features in UR, New City, Billboard, Spin, Chicago Mag, iDJ, Urb, XLR8R, Mixer, Venus, DMA, and been the subject of radio broadcasts stateside (NPR) and overseas (Galaxy Radio UK) and documentaries such as: Midnite Madness, Girl The Movie, Slipcue, Godfather of Disco, Maestro and more.

Manou Oeschger

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The success of MANOU speaks for itself:

• Over 1 Million sold records with the band beFour
• 1 Platinum, 10 x Gold (Germany Switzerland Austria)
• 2 Echo Nominations (german Grammys)
• 1 VIVA Comet Award Nomination
• Concert Touring through 100+ cities in Europe
• 168 Episodes of own Reality Show on the Disney Chanel
• Debut album "ALL 4 ONE" reached #1 on the German and Swiss charts and #2 on the Austrian charts

David Prince

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Owner/Founder of The Daily Swarm. A seasoned writer, publisher, event organizer, and new media professional who brings a cutting-edge approach to the creation of innovative publications, internet properties, and live productions.

Matthew Rice

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Matthew Rice is a middle school teacher and marching percussion instructor at both Victor J. Andrew High School and Yorkville High School. He attended Illinois State University where he received his undergraduate degree in Elementary Education. He is currently completing his Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction with an endorsement in English as a Second Language from Lewis University. Rice's drum corps marching career includes performing with Madison Scouts Drum & Bugle Corps (2006-2008), Southwind (2005), and Capitol Sound (2002-2003). He was also on the percussion staff for Blue Knights Drum & Bugle Corps.

Derrick Shannon II

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Derrick Shannon is a percussion specialist originally from the Chicago-land area. He currently holds the Director of Percussive Arts position at Goshen Community Schools and the founder of DAS Productions. He is also on staff with the Phantom Regiment Drum & Bugle Corps from Rockford, IL and a board member of the Midwest Percussion Cooperative. He played snare drum on both the Chicago Bears and Chicago Bulls drum lines for several years. In 2008, Derrick was selected as one of the charter members of the U.S. Army All-American Marching Band. He has appeared numerous times on ESPN, ABC, WGN and has been invited to perform around the world.

John Storyk

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Award-winning architect/acoustician John Storyk's Walters-Storyk Design Group has created over 3,000 critical recording and listening rooms around the world. WSDG credits include studios for Jimi Hendrix, Bruce Springsteen, and Alicia Keys, the Jazz at Lincoln Center performance complex and, 2012 TEC Award-Winning NYC, destination studio, Jungle City.

Earl Talbot

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From the streets of Chicago, to the rainforests of Cameroon, Earl's multicultural blend of music has touched millions of listeners with the message of inclusiveness and respect for each other's heritage.

As a multi platinum recording artist, Earl has provided 96 songs for Oprah, Dr. Oz, and Harpo Radio, from Maya Angelou's "Human Family Remix" to Patrick Stump of Fall Out Boy's production of "The Hush Sound" with Shawn O'Keefe. Earl's hit song "Yakaleo" with French sensation "Nomads" earned a Diamond Record for it's success throughout Central Europe and North Africa.

His drumming career includes performances with Cyndi Lauper, Master Griots Dialy Mady Cissoko and Morikeba Kouyate, Poi Dog Pondering and The Chicago Symphony Orchestra to name a few.

Earl's expertise with Rhythm stems from years of touring, and constant study including Central African traditional styles from Cameroon.

"Earl has a fluidity as a musician that can't help but inspire others. Be it rock and jazz or the poly-rhythms of Cameroon, Talbot is capable of most anything percussive.

His real talent, however, is his inexhaustible patience and enthusiasm for music. Any student of his is lucky."
~ Patrick Stump, "Fall Out Boy" at The Drum School with Earl Talbot

Alex Valenti

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Alex Valenti has been a professional musician and sound engineer in NYC for the last 25 years. He has mixed front of house and monitors at B.B. King's for the last six years for locals and artists such as Patti Labelle, Paul Simon, Isaac Hayes, George Clinton, Bootsie Collins, Ronnie Montrose, Leslie West and Teddy Riley. He is also the bass player and producer of reggae band Skadanks, and has toured with such acts as Queen Latifah, Super Cat, JR Reid and Rita Marley.