Mrgroovology + Musician in Raleigh, NC

SEEKING

ABOUT

Darion Alexander’s thunderous bass lines have earned him a reputation as a well rounded Bassist .song writer,arranger ,and Co- Producer. Now bass player for The Grammy nominated group The Foreign Exchange (://.theforeignexchangemusic/) Laura Reed ( ://laurareed ) Jean Morisson (://jeanmorisson) Kim Arrington (://.kimarrington/) , The shakeDownband (://.theshakedownband/)

For the past seven years he has rocked international stages with Who’s Bad, (The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band). Darion and has spent countless hours in the recording studio as well as performing live with an array of artists in various genres including Tony Terry, and funk soulstress, Yahzarah (aka Purple St. James).

Darion has also performed and recorded with musical legends Billy Beck of the Ohio Players, Nile Rodgers of Chic, Vernon Reid , and Micheal “Kid Funkedelic” Hampton , and Shana Tucker,

If his impressive list of performances isn't enough, Darion also co-produced the song entitled "Politics and Fashion" by the group PHIVE which made season 4 of the hit show "Jersey Shore.” You can hear Darion’s most recent work ; Jean Morisson’s new studio recordings, "Beauty in the breakdown" and "Always Be Around " by the group PHIVE. Kim Arringtons new album "Getting II Yes" ,

As a proud endorser of Lakland basses, and Dark Horse Bass Strings , and MOOG : Darion's a dynamic “musician’s musician”, with an ability to accommodate any songwriter or producer’s challenge.

Through 20 years of experience, Darion has honed his skills as a crowd-pleasing bassist, where his love of performance is evident. His engaging smile and stage presence continually motivates crowds while his ease and style demonstrates his ability to remain in complete command of the groove.

Darion's openness to all genres as well as his talent and passion for music leads him to a variety of musical experiences around the globe. As Darion puts it, "Have bass..will travel." and "It's about the Music" ./DarionAlexander

Screen name:

Mrgroovology

Member since:

Feb 07 2008

Active within 24 hours

Level of commitment:

Touring

Years playing music:

25

Gigs played:

Over 100

Tend to practice:

2-3 times per week

Available to gig:

2-3 nights a week

Most available:

Days

Influences

Rudy Alexander jr., Larry Graham ,Marcus Miller ,Sting , Verdine white, Van halen , Hendrix , Prince ... too many to name.

Instrument experience:

Bass Guitar:

Expert

EQUIPMENT

MarkBass little mark 3 600 watt amp head, Sinobas 2x12 cab 500 watts at 4 ohms , Moog subphatty ,

MUSIC