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JIM GIFFORD

Jim has been drumming for 33 years and has been leading JG3, a Chicago based jazz-fusion trio, since 1996. He has also done extensive live and studio work with singer-songrwriters, rock, soul, jazz, latin, funk and avant garde projects and produced live music for countless modern dance concerts as well as numerous recordings with producer Brian Deck.  In addition to JG3, Jim currently plays with bassist Jauqo III-X and he recently contributed live music to “Electric Miles”, a modern dance tribute to Miles Davis’ electric fusion period that received a DanceBridge grant though the City of Chicago. In August 2009 Jim performed with uber-guitarist Guthrie Govan doing originals from his latest recording “Erotic Cakes”.

PAUL NORMAN

Paul Norman has 14 years of tour experience with an impressive roster of performers. During this time he has worked in various capacities including stage manager, lighting and video director and backline technician. He is now settled down at the Music Garage Chicago where he manages the Pro Space and is our in-house production consultant.

With his vast knowledge of everything that goes into creating a successful show, his extensive array of music industry contacts both in Chicago and throughout the country, Paul is available to help you.  Your stay at the music garage is a dream experience from locating that impossible to find last minute piece of gear to finding the right restaurant for a crew party.

Paul has toured with the following acts Metallica, Backstreet Boys, Vanessa Williams, Erik Bennet, Patti Labelle, Trans Siberian Orchestra, Disturbed, Alien Ant Farm, New Edition, Jamie Fox, Blue Man Group, Mudvayne, Fantasia, Jaheim, Disco Bisquits and many other acts.  He has also served as local production for R Kelly, Sting, James Brown, Mary J Blige, The Whispers and more.  His TV experience includes work with Jay Leno, Ellen DeGeneres, Conan O’Brien and MTV.

Paul is available to answer any production questions you may have.

TOM WOJCIK

Born and raised in Chicago, Tom has been playing drums since he was seven and has worked in the music scene since the mid-90’s. He has run the Local Music Show on former rock radio giant WRCX 103.5 and worked at record labels such as Interscope, Roadrunner and Victory. Tom also jumped into the concert promotions business, handling shows from AFI to Pearl Jam, and he’s spent time on the road with Warped Tour and Anthrax to name a few.

Since 2005, Tom has been publicist for over 100 artists, including Arson Anthem (Phil Anselmo), Taking Back Sunday, Opeth and many more.