I got started in my parents basement in Syracuse, NY at the age of 5 on a homemade kit of lunch boxes, tar cans and a sewer snake. From school bands, including All County and All State as well as taking private lessons for a decade,from many cover and original bands, whether drumming or singing, or playing with national artists such as Joey Belladonna of Anthrax and Eric Martin of Mr. Big to my continued 19 plus years with Blue Man Group. Constantly performing,and creating on various projects that involve cool, talented people and taking inspiration from all sources, keeps me going strong!
Jeff Tortora
Blue Man Group, Elliot Waits For No One, Femmes of Rock,Tinnitus