Name? Dave Vogrin
Birthday? 12/16/70
Current band? Dave’s Planet, 9 years and still going!
How did you end up in Dave's Planet? Another band member referred me. I auditioned and got the spot. I
played Foo Fighters – Everlong, Green Day – Basket Case and Dishwalla – Counting Blue Cars.
Other bands you have been in? Mischievous, Shot Band. Dave’s Planet is only my 3rd band. I stayed out of
bands till I finished my BSBA at The Ohio State University in 1993.
What instrument do you play? Drums – DW and Zildjian Cymbals but I guess I’d play whoever would like to
sponsor me
Why did you choose this instrument? My parents were really pushing all of us boys (three of us) to learn an
instrument. My first was actually a guitar, which only lasted about two months. Then years later I started
drumming. Thanks Mom!
Age you started playing? 16
When was your first gig, and were you paid for it? At the Vagabond in Painesville, next to the speedway. I
think I made $15!
What is your favorite piece of music to perform and why? I have many, but one I can mention is Alive by
Pearl Jam. It just makes me feel even more optimistic about life in general. Also, Come Down by Bush. So
fitting while drumming!
Influences? Led Zeppelin, Pantera, Black Sabbath, Motley Crue
Favorite local artist? Jimi Clark
Favorite venue to play? Rock City in Mentor
Who would you like to perform with? Godsmack!!
Music or artist you really like to listen to? A lot of different stuff these days. Some new alt rock, some
classic rock, and some country music. A lot of GREAT drummers out there in country music!
New artist you admire? Drummers out there should go to www.drummerworld.com and you’ll find plenty of
new and old artists for that matter. Plus it’s a great learning tool. I can easily spend hours there
What bands today could you see being around in 25 years? Godsmack, Aerosmith if they’re still alive!
What were your first three albums ever owned? Huey Lewis-Sports, Led Zeppelin II, Black Sabbath-We
Sold Our Soul for Rock‘n Roll
Five CDs you can’t live without? Led Zeppelin II, Pantera - Far Beyond Driven, Tim McGraw’s Greatest Hits
(Lon Wilson is awesome!) Jodi Messina – I’m Alright (More Lon Wilson!) Led Zep The Song Remains The Same.
Most embarrassing thing in your CD collection? Justin Timberlake, yes I like it, and you do too, admit it!
Plus John Blackwell plays in his touring band. If you don’t know who he is…go to my favorite website and you’ll
see why!
Favorite movies? Any Arnold Movie!!
Favorite television shows? The King of Queens. I love the Heffernan’s! Sopranos
Your last meal on earth? Cheeseburger (medium) and fries
Who are your heroes? John Bonham, Ronald Reagan, Hulk Hogan
What song would you play for someone who needed some “soul healing” music? Marvin Gaye - Sexual
Healing Always works right?
What’s in your CD player right now? Creed, 3 Days Grace, Shania Twain, Tim McGraw, Led Zeppelin Box
Set CD 2
It’s 1969, you’re 18 years old, and you have the opportunity to go to Woodstock. Would you go?
Probably not, I hate being in huge crowds!
First cut on your dream mix CD? Live Stairway to Heaven from the Song Remains the Same
What do you do in your day job? Quality Control and Safety Manager
What do you like to do in your spare time? Own and operate an online company www.vogrinspalace.com
Check it out, Custom Poker Chips! Bar owners, you’ll want these for your Drink Tokens. Free commercial
right?
Relate a funny or outrageous story from a gig. One time at Jimmy’s in the Flats some girl bit me in the
shoulder while I was playing! Safe to say she liked me, but a bit extreme!
Favorite website? www.vogrinspalace.com and www.drummerworld.com
Favorite beverage at a gig? Water, plus a few beers, thanks to our Budweiser sponsorship. Thanks again
guys!
Name two songs you’d love to see on your “To Learn” list: Pantera – Walk and Led Zep – What is and What
Should Never Be
If you went to hell, what song would be played over and over? Atomic Dog, God I hate even typing it out!
What is your advice to up-and-coming musicians? Stay with your instrument and don’t get caught up with
only one style of music. Learn from others as much as you can and remember it’s not always a competition.
Find and do what you do best. It’s a lifetime commitment if you want to excel. And you’ll find that it’s worth
it.
Describe yourself in three words: optimistic, fun, understanding
Birthday? 12/16/70
Current band? Dave’s Planet, 9 years and still going!
How did you end up in Dave's Planet? Another band member referred me. I auditioned and got the spot. I
played Foo Fighters – Everlong, Green Day – Basket Case and Dishwalla – Counting Blue Cars.
Other bands you have been in? Mischievous, Shot Band. Dave’s Planet is only my 3rd band. I stayed out of
bands till I finished my BSBA at The Ohio State University in 1993.
What instrument do you play? Drums – DW and Zildjian Cymbals but I guess I’d play whoever would like to
sponsor me
Why did you choose this instrument? My parents were really pushing all of us boys (three of us) to learn an
instrument. My first was actually a guitar, which only lasted about two months. Then years later I started
drumming. Thanks Mom!
Age you started playing? 16
When was your first gig, and were you paid for it? At the Vagabond in Painesville, next to the speedway. I
think I made $15!
What is your favorite piece of music to perform and why? I have many, but one I can mention is Alive by
Pearl Jam. It just makes me feel even more optimistic about life in general. Also, Come Down by Bush. So
fitting while drumming!
Influences? Led Zeppelin, Pantera, Black Sabbath, Motley Crue
Favorite local artist? Jimi Clark
Favorite venue to play? Rock City in Mentor
Who would you like to perform with? Godsmack!!
Music or artist you really like to listen to? A lot of different stuff these days. Some new alt rock, some
classic rock, and some country music. A lot of GREAT drummers out there in country music!
New artist you admire? Drummers out there should go to www.drummerworld.com and you’ll find plenty of
new and old artists for that matter. Plus it’s a great learning tool. I can easily spend hours there
What bands today could you see being around in 25 years? Godsmack, Aerosmith if they’re still alive!
What were your first three albums ever owned? Huey Lewis-Sports, Led Zeppelin II, Black Sabbath-We
Sold Our Soul for Rock‘n Roll
Five CDs you can’t live without? Led Zeppelin II, Pantera - Far Beyond Driven, Tim McGraw’s Greatest Hits
(Lon Wilson is awesome!) Jodi Messina – I’m Alright (More Lon Wilson!) Led Zep The Song Remains The Same.
Most embarrassing thing in your CD collection? Justin Timberlake, yes I like it, and you do too, admit it!
Plus John Blackwell plays in his touring band. If you don’t know who he is…go to my favorite website and you’ll
see why!
Favorite movies? Any Arnold Movie!!
Favorite television shows? The King of Queens. I love the Heffernan’s! Sopranos
Your last meal on earth? Cheeseburger (medium) and fries
Who are your heroes? John Bonham, Ronald Reagan, Hulk Hogan
What song would you play for someone who needed some “soul healing” music? Marvin Gaye - Sexual
Healing Always works right?
What’s in your CD player right now? Creed, 3 Days Grace, Shania Twain, Tim McGraw, Led Zeppelin Box
Set CD 2
It’s 1969, you’re 18 years old, and you have the opportunity to go to Woodstock. Would you go?
Probably not, I hate being in huge crowds!
First cut on your dream mix CD? Live Stairway to Heaven from the Song Remains the Same
What do you do in your day job? Quality Control and Safety Manager
What do you like to do in your spare time? Own and operate an online company www.vogrinspalace.com
Check it out, Custom Poker Chips! Bar owners, you’ll want these for your Drink Tokens. Free commercial
right?
Relate a funny or outrageous story from a gig. One time at Jimmy’s in the Flats some girl bit me in the
shoulder while I was playing! Safe to say she liked me, but a bit extreme!
Favorite website? www.vogrinspalace.com and www.drummerworld.com
Favorite beverage at a gig? Water, plus a few beers, thanks to our Budweiser sponsorship. Thanks again
guys!
Name two songs you’d love to see on your “To Learn” list: Pantera – Walk and Led Zep – What is and What
Should Never Be
If you went to hell, what song would be played over and over? Atomic Dog, God I hate even typing it out!
What is your advice to up-and-coming musicians? Stay with your instrument and don’t get caught up with
only one style of music. Learn from others as much as you can and remember it’s not always a competition.
Find and do what you do best. It’s a lifetime commitment if you want to excel. And you’ll find that it’s worth
it.
Describe yourself in three words: optimistic, fun, understanding
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