I was born and raised in California. Listened to my sisters Beach Boys, Everly Brothers and Beatles first album. Played in a power trio in high school then joined a hard rock group playing Deep Purple, Kansas, Alice Cooper and top 40 mixed in. Sold my Strat in my late twenties and quit playing. In 2011 I discovered affordable digital recording equipment and bought a cheap Fender and began writing songs. Still having fun! It's great to see others like you from the UK, Poland, France, Denmark, etc. and to see your influences. My influences are Clapton (Cream), Grand Funk, Beach Boys, Beatles, Journey, and Boston. ROCK ON!!!