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Damian Graham

i hit things.... from Victoria BC
Age: 52
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Damian Graham

Instruments: Drums details
Born in New Zealand ('72) and raised on the west coast of Canada, Damian's musical diversity has led to performances with some of the finest musicians in the country and abroad. (Michael Kaeshammer, David Gogo, Paul Laine, Paul Pigat, Pat Coleman,The Swinging Bachelors, Bob Murphy, Danger Danger, Phil Dwyer, Resin, The Big Band Trio, Tyler Yarema)

Performance highlights have included sharing the stage with Joshua Redman, Albert Collins, Cecil McBee, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Holly Cole, The Shuffle Demons, Buddy Guy, Metalwood, The Paladins, Colin James, The Odds, Junkhouse, Jane Bunnett, Phil Dwyer, Joey DeFrancesco, and numerous festival appearances including the Montreal Jazz Festival, Toronto and Vancouver DuMarier Jazz Festivals, Beilefeld Jazz fest (Germany), High Sierra Music Festival (USA)

As well as playing drums Damian regularly works in the chair of Producer, Engineer, Graphic Designer (this site), Composer and has run his own label Bagel Boy Records for the past 10 years.

Damian's production, engineering and graphic design credits include the bands "Dr. Tongue", "Gypsyland", "Tongue and Groove", his latest release as a band leader entitled "Digs" and the ever popular "Nicol Street Christmas I, II and III" which feature many artists including musicians from The Odds, Wunderbread, David Gogo, Camille Miller, Gerry Barnum, Paul Laine.

As a composer Damian has written a large collection of material encompassing a wide variety of musical genres both on his own and in collaboration with other artists. Many of these compositions have been featured on radio and on his label. In 2000 co-writes with Michael Kaeshammer appeared on the later's Juno nominated album "No Strings Attached" (Alma Records)

Damian also maintains a busy live and studio schedule with his own ensemble and as an in demand session player. Having performed all across Canada, USA and Europe, Damian has been busy changing the way people think about the drums.
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Past Events

03
Nov
14:00 16:00
We'll Meet Again: Edie Daponte
A special tribute show with songs of Vera Lynn, Edith Piaf and Marlene Dietrich
$48
Mary Winspear Centre
Event can be attended in person
30
Jun
13:30 15:30
Summer of Love
Enjoy some fabulous jazz in beautiful Beacon Hill park for free.
Free
Stage in the Park (Cameron Bandshell)
Event can be attended in person
03
May
2023
19:00 20:30
Superior Jazz
Discover Superior Jazz - it is the perfect Wednesday evening “take five”.
$20-$25
Church Of Truth
Event can be attended in person
26
Apr
2023
19:00 20:30
Superior Jazz
Discover Superior Jazz - it is the perfect Wednesday evening “take five”.
$20-$25
Church Of Truth
Event can be attended in person
19
Apr
2023
19:00 20:30
Superior Jazz
Discover Superior Jazz - it is the perfect Wednesday evening “take five”.
$20-$25
Church Of Truth
Event can be attended in person
12
Apr
2023
19:00 20:30
Superior Jazz
Discover Superior Jazz - it is the perfect Wednesday evening “take five”.
$20-$25
Church Of Truth
Event can be attended in person
05
Apr
2023
19:00 20:30
Superior Jazz
Discover Superior Jazz - it is the perfect Wednesday evening “take five”.
$20-$25
Church Of Truth
Event can be attended in person
29
Mar
2023
19:00 20:30
Superior Jazz
Discover Superior Jazz - it is the perfect Wednesday evening “take five”.
$20-$25
Church Of Truth
Event can be attended in person
22
Mar
2023
19:00 20:30
Superior Jazz
Discover Superior Jazz - it is the perfect Wednesday evening “take five”.
$20-$25
Church Of Truth
Event can be attended in person
15
Mar
2023
19:00 20:30
Superior Jazz
Discover Superior Jazz - it is the perfect Wednesday evening “take five”.
$20-$25
Church Of Truth
Event can be attended in person
08
Mar
2023
19:00 20:30
Superior Jazz
Discover Superior Jazz - it is the perfect Wednesday evening “take five”.
$20-$25
Church Of Truth
Event can be attended in person
30
Jul
2022
19:00 21:00
Damian Graham: Best Guys In Town
Damian Graham rounds up some of the best players in town.
$25
Hermann's Jazz Club
Event is live streamed / online.Event can be attended in person
30
Jul
2022
15:00 17:00
Summer of Love
FREE! Enjoy the great songs of the 20th century.
Free
Broad Street Stage
Event can be attended in person
22
Jul
2022
19:00 21:00
Lorraine Nygaard Quartet
An inspiring singer, Lorraine always leads an exciting show. This evening will ...
$22.50
Hermann's Jazz Club
Event is live streamed / online.Event can be attended in person
26
Mar
2022
19:30 21:30
Michael Kaeshammer: Michael Kaeshammer
The Cowichan Performing Arts Centre is proud to present award-winning jazz piani...
Cowichan Performing Arts Centre
Event can be attended in person
31
Dec
2021
19:30 21:00
New Year's Eve Concert
What are you doing New Year's Eve?
$25
St Paul's United Church
Event can be attended in person
26
Nov
2021
19:00 21:00
Heather at Hermann's - A New Day
…lovely soothing jazz with mesmerizing soulful vocals, so delicate and warm, t...
$25
Hermann's Jazz Club
Event is live streamed / online.Event can be attended in person
12
Nov
2021
19:30 22:00
TD JazzFest The Fall Sessions Presents: TWIN BILL: Marc Atkinson Trio, Michael K...
Witness a stunning twin bill featuring both the Marc Atkinson Trio, led by one o...
$47.50-$57
McPherson Playhouse
Event can be attended in person
29
Oct
2021
19:00 21:00
Two Bobs And A Mule play The Basement Tapes!
A staggering collection of Dylan songs
$25
Hermann's Jazz Club
Event is live streamed / online.Event can be attended in person
23
Oct
2021
19:00 21:00
"The Best Guys In Town" f. Miguelito Valdes Hosted by Damian Graham
Catch these incredible musicians as they fuse virtuosic performances.
$25
Hermann's Jazz Club
Event is live streamed / online.Event can be attended in person
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Musician Videos

Current Projects

Lester Quitzau
Drums
2016 - present
The Hi-Fi
Drums
2012 - present
Edie DaPonte
Drums
2011 - present
Maureen Washington
Drums
2010 - present
Kelly Fawcett Band with Christina Gradanti
percussion
2007 - present
Peter Jones Trio
drums
2001 - present
Michael Kaeshammer
1996 - present
Damian Graham Trio
drums
1972 - present

Past Projects

Bria Skonberg
drums
2010 - 2011
Nick La Riviere Septet
Drums
2010 - The End
The Sutcliffes
2008 - 2013
VI Allstars
Drums
2005 - 2006
Paul Wainwright and Sax Safari
drums
2001 - 2005
David Gogo
Drums
1996 - 1997
The Persuaders
Drums
1990 - 1992

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