Just in: In August, Michael's original compositions "Scorched" and "Baghdad" received Honorable Mention from the 2009 Billboard World Song Contest. Feedback from Billboard judges cited "Scorched" as a 'great sounding tune' with 'very cool rhythmic elements' while "Baghdad" addressed 'very pertinent subject matter...with a respectable amount of humanistic responsibility. Excellent job...'"
A soon to be named original project with mulit-instrumentalist, producer, arranger David Biglin(Steve Howe, Art Garfunkel,) www.myspace.com/davidbiglin we are in the studio stiring up the cauldron, writing new music. .....can't wait to release it to our fans via various cyber means but real live shows will be happening.......... Plus rocking/groovin/swingin recording has begun with Atomic Peach Boy, David Biglin's unique group covering classic overlooked pop gems. Gigs are forming with David Biglin:Guitar/Vocals, Chris Breetveld(www.myspace.com/the breetles, Bass/Vocals, MD, Drums/Vocals
Drummer/percussionist/singer/songwriter/ Michael D'Agostino creates music ranging from his unique blend of pop-rock to world influenced techno-tribal to ambient weaving a deep rhythmic tapestry throughout. Michael utilizes a variety of instruments from acoustic and electronic drums to a large assortment of percussion instruments including frame drum, djembe, dumbek, shakers, tibetan bells, keyboards, synthesizers and samplers. Michael continues to hone his craft and evolve his two musical loves -- drumming and songwriting. He has developed his own signature voice on the drums which serves as the backbone to his songs. Michael loves storytelling through songs taking the listener on a visual journey that is contemporary and deeply personal. He has studied drumming with legendary instructor/drummer Gary Chaffee, voice with Janice Pendarvis, has taught drumming at the Sam Ash Institute in Edison NJ, and Electronic drums at the Drummer's Collective in NYC.
MD has recorded two solo albums, Michael D’Agostino, and Future Reflections, both available on iTunes, CD Baby, and Rhapsody. Check out additional tunes at www.myspace.com/michaeldagostino
Michael is now performing and recording with a new set of Brady Drums. These drums record exceptionally well and project live with a sound like no other. Made from Jarrah a hardwood grown only in Australia. He is a Sabian and Vic Firth endorser.
The Studio:
Intuitive Music Recording and Production is located in the mountains of Northwestern New Jersey. See Tab above. Services include music production, custom drum and percussion tracks, custom drum loops, composition and scoring.
For further information, contact 862.377.1025 or mdagostino77@optonline.net for details and pricing.
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