Description
A percussive foundation built from JD Hopkins and his sons Jayson and Ricky. Over this is an all-star cast of Erie's finest musicians who are called in to improvise in the studio or at shows.

Music style
Improvised instrumentals with intricate percussion.

Musical influences
John Coltrane, Miles Davis, ethnic music of the world.

Group members
JD Hopkins - electronic drums

Ricky Hopkins - acoustic drums

Jayson Hopkins - electronic drums

David Blaetz - bass

Mike Chin - bass

Randy Hetherington - guitar

Keith Homerski - guitar

Mike Ohm - guitar

Jeremy Quezada - acoustic guitar

Ralph Retinger - bass

Frank Singer - guitar and keyboards

Tony Stefanelli - bass

Albums
Jammin' at Midtown, Family Values, Primate Gestures - all available in our CD Shop

Press reviews
"Their show was totally improvised (which is also the way in which JD likes to make records). There is great risk in this practice, the musician takes a chance that they may make some miserable or boring music in the quest to find brilliant and inspired moments. I'm happy to report that JD & The Sons Of Rhythm rarely disappoint. Throughout the evening I was on the edge of my seat in anticipation of what they were going to do next." - John Trevethan

Location
Erie, PA

"Song For Fred"		Jazz Improv
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	Dedicated to a good friend who passed away on the day this was recorded. CD: Primate Gestures - available in our CD Shop Label: J.D. Records Credits © 2002 by JD & The Sons Of Rhythm

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