Looking For

I'm pretty open to any musical endevor. I've been playing since I was 8 years old and had my first pro gig at 14. Ideally, i'd like to join or put together a "jam" band preforming original music and covers.
When it comes to covers, I am not a big fan of the "note for note, do it just like the record" school. For me, and it's just my opinion, note for note gets very boring. I prefer to create, even inside someone elses songs. Looking back thru rock/country history I realized that anyone who has ever made inroads into the "big league" with a cover took the song and re-imagined it to suit their sound. Otherwise, note for note seems less like creativity and more like regurgitation.
Again, thats just my opinion.
As far as why I'd like to be part of a good "jam" band, its cause I love the music and the festival circut is still strong. That means oportunity! :)

Bio

I work hard and have a pro attitude. I can accept criticizm without making it personal (and give it, too. I believe that abillity is KEY to a bands survival and is the difference between pro and bush league). I have pro gear, transportation (if needed) and I LOVE to rehearse (you wont hear me bitching about practice!)
Personally, I feel like I'm a straight up guy, I don't lie, cheat, steal or any of the like. I give my word, I keep my word!
I don't do alot of partying (anymore!) however what others do is their business and only their business. Unless substance use is affecting the music, you will hear nothing from me! :)
I also like to keep things as fun as possible :)!
I live in Southern New Hampshire

Influences

Lots! Here are a few (and I know I'll miss a bunch!)
The Allmans, The Grateful Dead, Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, The Beatles, Willie Nelson, The Stones, Nirvana, Hank Williams (Jr, Sr and III), Johnny Cash, Warren Haynes and Gov't Mule, Iron Maiden, Metallica, Robert Johnson........And many many more. I'm a fan of all MUSIC not one personally defining type of music.
:)