What does the band name NTRANZE mean to you?

When the band is playing and really locked in, our vibe sucks the audience in perfectly.

When performing live with NTRANZE what music styles excite you?

I really enjoy the funky material we play.

What are your favorite cover songs that NTRANZE plays funky?

There are so many great songs that we cover. In order to simplify I will just say I like the James Brown, Ohio Players, and Earth Wind, and Fire stuff. These songs have unbeatable grooves.

Where do you see yourself in five years and what vehicles are you driving?

In five years I would like to acknowledge my success as a song writer and a performer. I hope that the GMC Pickup Truck I currently drive will undergo an upgrade.

What inspires you to create original music?

That is a tough question to answer because my inspiration for songwriting can come from anything or anywhere. Usually ideas just pop into my head. I can see something happen or someone’s communication sparks my creativity. There are moments when I hear nothing at all. I wish I could isolate where my musical ideas come from, however, I remain content with the unfolding mystery.

Do you have favorite original songs that you have written?

Yes, ‘What About Me’ is a song most people can identify with easily. ‘Rainbow’s Gold’ is an instrumental tune that Steve Vai liked a lot. I absolutely love the groove and vibe that is flowing through this piece. I wrote a Metal song called ‘Jaded,' again I really like the groove, the overall heaviness, and the meaning behind the lyrics.

How do you classify your original music?

I honestly do not think my music fits into any one category. I tend to write a variety of music, from Metal to not so Metal and from Jazzy to Funky. There is no real rhyme or reason for my channeling of certain chords or lyrics. I simply write what comes out.

If you could play any venue in the world, where would you choose?

My mind instantly wants to choose the Capitol Center in Washington, DC because as a kid I saw so many concerts there. However, in 2001 the city tore down this great entertainment monument. Playing the legendary Madison square Garden in New York City is an appealing choice.

What forms of relaxation do you welcome?

I thoroughly enjoy messing around on the computer, chilling with my beautiful wife or just hanging when relaxing.

What is your vision of success and how can it help the world?

My vision for success entails total self sufficiency while doing something I love to do. I believe everyone has a passion. My passion is music. Earning my keep from doing that one thing is definitely my vision of success. If more people utilized their passion within their own lives the world will have less unhappy people occupying space and would that not help the world?