Born in Waco Texas, raised in Va. Beach, Virginia. A guitar student since the age of eight, performing professionally since age 12. Shows large and small– restaurants, lounges, gambling boats and ski resorts, coast to coast. Currently living & working in Nashville, Tennessee. Songs recorded by numerous artists including Tennessee Ernie Ford and John Schneider. Worked in musical advertising as guitarist, vocalist, writer and producer. Local, regional and nationwide radio and television ads for clients such as McDonalds, 7-UP, Mountain Dew, and Ford Trucks. Television and stage work includes The Nashville Network, featured artist with The Virginia Pops Symphony, and the Grand Ole Opry.