A LEGEND & CO-FOUNDER OF ONE OF THE GREATEST SOUTHERN ROCK BANDS OF ALL TIME-MONTE YOHO OF THE OUTLAWS.....

I just had a catch up on the phone with Southern Rock legend, and long time pal and supporter....Monte Yoho. It was just so great to talk to him. 

It would be hard to list all of the great times over the years...The shows, the records, the introductions to players, and the incredible stories from the 70's to today. I value those times greatly, and they are very special to me. Monte always went out of his way for me and Beier Drums, and I think about him and the band often when I am driving by a venue, or listening to their records which I do always + often. 

Monte's long time main was his 1.5 Steel--6.5 x 14, and he also used a 1.5 Steel--5.5 x 14 as an auxiliary live, and in the studio. His 1.5 Steel--6.5 x 14 never left his kit from the first day he used it. Like so many of the greatest players, they find their Sound...And stay with it. 

We will talk again soon my friend. Thank You Again for everything over the years.....

https://www.outlawsmusic.com/

https://www.blackhawklive.com/

 

R.I.P. KYLE CHIRGWIN OF WOMR 92.1 FM PROVINCETOWN.....

Kyle Chirgwin recently passed away in his home on Cape Cod. He will be missed by many.... 

Kyle was the host of Side B Deeper Cuts on WOMR 92.1 FM in Provincetown, and was a very important figure in the international community of fans of British rock legends UFO. He had a great personal friendship with members of the band, and their music was regularly featured on his program for years. Elizabeth and him were friends for many years, and she was a frequent guest on his show with her extensive knowledge and history with the band. We visited Kyle with fans from around the US, and it was an incredibly fun time.

In addition to his duties as a DJ, Kyle was also a very successful business owner in the towing industry on Cape Cod, an author of two children's books, a great husband to his departed wife Lisa, an animal advocate, a drummer, and just was an all-around great guy. 

It was great to know you Kyle...You were one of the good guys. R.I.P......

Cape Cod UFO get together....

Kyle and his wife Lisa.....

Balto Chirgwin

Jake Chirgwin

 

MIKE TRAMP OF WHITE LION-PRIVATE EVENT-THANK YOU MARK VIERS-BEIER 1.5 STEEL--6.5 X 14 FROM THE FRANKIE BANALI COLLECTION.....

Continuing my recap of 2025....Yet another incredible event was receiving an invitation from Mark Viers for a private event with Mike Tramp of White Lion. 

Sending out a huge Thank You to Mark for the invitation. It really meant a lot to me...I am a life-long fan of White Lion, and Mike's solo work. It was an incredible evening, and I will never forget it. Your events, like the previous one with Janet Gardner of Vixen, are so well planned and organized, it is really special to be there. 

Mark also owns Frankie Banali's 1.5 Steel--6.5 x 14 that he used live with Quiet Riot, and in the studio. I could not be happier that that drum resides with you my friend. Looking forward to seeing you soon....And Congratulations to you & Lynn on your engagement...!

Used with permission from WCE Creations-Thank You!

https://miketrampofficial.com/

 

SETH RAUSCH LIVE-BROTHERHOOD OF ROCK TOUR WITH DON FELDER-BEIER 1.5 STEEL--4 X 15....TODD SUCHERMAN LIVE WITH STYX.......

Yet another highlight of 2025 was an incredible evening on the Brotherhood Of Rock Tour in Chicago. It truly was a magical evening, and it was a complete thrill to be there. 

Seth Rausch had a 1.5 Steel--4 x 15 out for the tour. That was the one that Don Felder picked up from here after hearing Seth's which he has used many times live with Don. Seth also used his 1.5 Steel--4 x 15 extensively with Keith Urban. He also introduced the drum to all-time great guy/incredible drummer, Gregg Lohman of Easton Corbin when on tour. 

Thank You Seth for everything over the years. The set and this band was surreal. It was so great to see you....And will look forward to seeing you very soon. And Thank You Again Don!

I have known Todd for many years now, and to once again see him live is as amazing as it always has been. Styx is, quite literally, stunning live...Always. The songs from the new record are true to form for Styx, and they went over huge with the crowd of course. 

I don't know how to say Thank You loud enough to you my friend...I'll just keep saying it like I have for years. It is hard to believe it has been so long since we have sat down for a catch up. Thank You Again for everything over all of these years. If I had not met you years ago, I highly doubt I would ended up making snare drums. You were the inspiration. See you sooner than later my friend....

Through the years with Seth.....

Through the years with Todd.....

https://sethrausch.com/

https://www.toddsucherman.com/

https://www.donfelder.com/

https://styxworld.com/