American percussionist, composer, sound designer and educator, born in Great Barrington, Massachusetts on January 14, 1954 – died June 1, 2024.
His relation with Frank Zappa started when he recorded some percussion in the studio for his record "Zappa in New York" in 1977. After that he collaborated on further albums and tours. After Zappa's death he continued with other Zappa members in the band "Band From Utopia", solo releases and "Repercussion Unit".