BAND PROJECTS
Picture a solo drum concert by John Fav, a performance that’s as much a masterclass as it is a show, pulling in drummers, musicians, and anyone who feels the pulse of music. His flow is raw, dynamic, and conversational-like he’s speaking through the kit. He weaves intricate rhythms with explosive fills, blending jazz fusion, rock grit, and World Rhythm grooves, all while keeping it accessible yet layered enough to geek out over. You’ll hear him shift tempos seamlessly, maybe dropping into a tight hi-hat groove before unleashing a polyrhythmic storm across the toms. It’s not just flashy; it’s intentional, each beat telling a story. For drummers, it’s a clinic in technique-watch his stick grip, loose but controlled, letting the rebound do the work. Musicians will catch the way he builds tension and release, like a composer using drums as a full orchestra. For music lovers, it’s pure vibe, the kind of performance where you feel the energy in your chest. He might pause to break down a groove, showing how a simple 4/4 can morph into something wild with syncopation-part lesson, part invitation to appreciate the craft. It’s a night where you’re nodding to the beat, learning without realizing it, and leaving inspired to pick up sticks or just listen deeper.
What sets this apart is the immersive video synced perfectly with the music—vivid visuals that pulse, swirl, and explode in time with every kick and snare crack, amplifying the emotional weight of each rhythm. It’s like the music comes alive in color and motion, pulling you deeper into Fav's world. Woven throughout are inspiring messages—words of positivity, creativity, and connection that flash onscreen or echo in his breakdowns, hitting home for anyone chasing a dream.
The DHARMA ALL STARS are a group of New York based professional musicians driven by the extraordinary vision of master drummer and band leader John Favicchia. Formed in 2001, the group performs a mix of many styles of Jazz from John’s seven critically acclaimed CDs. Each member has been hand picked based upon their individual musical talent and the manner in which they enhance the overall sound of the band. They are all highly experienced world class players who have their own groups, compose and arrange music for themselves and others, are constantly being sought after as studio musicians, or are touring members in the bands of well known stars. They now bring their combined musical talent and experience to The Dharma All-Stars in order to create a vibrant and exciting sound that brings audiences back time and time again. Some of The Dharma All-Stars recent performance venues include the IMAC Theater in Huntington NY, the Long Beach Jazz Festival, the Port Jefferson Jazz Festival, The Great South Bay Music Festival, The Village Underground NYC, the Cutting Room NYC, DAG Plaza NYC, and Drum Fest 2006.
Life In Technicolor – A Tribute To COLDPLAY – Featuring World Class Musicians
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Florida’s vibrant music scene is getting a dose of rock and pop royalty with “Life In Technicolor,” an exciting Coldplay tribute band comprised of world-class players who are taking the region by storm.
Located in Palm Beach County, “Life In Technicolor” is dedicated to delivering an authentic Coldplay experience. Their live performances take audiences on a sonic journey through Coldplay’s extensive catalog of hits, including classics like “Yellow,” “Fix You,” “Clocks”, and “Adventure Of A Lifetime “. The band’s meticulous attention to detail and exceptional musicianship recreate Coldplay’s magic with a level of authenticity that will transport fans back to the heart of their favorite Coldplay concerts.
John Favicchia, the band’s founder and leader, is a globally respected pro touring drummer, sponsored international clinician, author, and band leader from NYC. With 5 released CD’s in the jazz fusion genre, he has also performed and/or recorded with such greats as Special EFX, Steve Khan, Eddie Money, Tony Levin, Chieli Minucci, Charlie Daniels, Lonnie Plaxico, Robbers, John Benitez, Gary US Bonds, Harvie S, Larry Coryell, Dean Brown, Rachel Z, Joe Butler-Love And Spoonful, The Tokens, and Felix Cavaliere, to name just a few. Life in Technicolor- A Tribute to Coldplay, is Favicchia’s latest live band project.
Brett Miller, Life in Technicolor’s frontman singer, is a progressive-pop singer/ songwriter who often collaborates with EDM producers and hip-hop artists, and has released an EP in 2017 entitled Something Beautiful. Miller is a seasoned musical entertainer for over 15 years singing, and playing both the piano and guitar.
Richard Padron, the band’s lead guitarist virtuoso, is an accomplished composer and guitarist, who attended the prestigious conservatory New World School of the Arts in Miami at age 16 and has been capturing attention on both his personal and sideman gigs in NYC and Miami ever since. Padron has scored multiple Indie films as well as released multiple records.
Linda Cusumano, the band’s piano player, provides seasoned vocal and keyboard support, so necessary for a Coldplay tribute band. From New York, she has played and taught piano all her life, and has been in prog rock and jazz bands, as well as released her own CDs.
Ed Groblewski, bass player extraordinaire, provides the solid rhythm and support for the band. Groblewski, educated in Music Performance, has worked for over 15 years in south Florida’s cover band scene laying down versatile bass lines.
DHARMA 2.0 is a group of New York based professional musicians driven by the extraordinary vision of master drummer and band leader John Favicchia. Favicchia is a pro touring drummer, sponsored international clinician, author, and band leader. His band performs a mix of contemporary music from reimagined ‘fusionized’ popular covers by bands such as Coldplay, Switchfoot, John Mayer and more, and from John’s three critically acclaimed CDs. The group, recently “upgraded” from Dharma All Stars to DHARMA 2.0, features highly experienced world class players who have their own groups, compose and arrange music for themselves and others, are constantly being sought after as studio musicians, or are touring members in the bands of well-known stars. They now bring their combined musical talent and experience to DHARMA 2.0 in order to create a vibrant and exciting sound that brings audiences back time and time again. Some of DHARMA 2.0’s recent performance venues include the Amityville Music Hall, Suite 1828, The Great South Bay Music Festival (Patchogue NY), IMAC Theater in Huntington NY, 89 North, the Long Beach Jazz Festival, the Port Jefferson Jazz Festival, the Village Underground NYC, The Cutting Room NYC, DAG Plaza NYC, and The NJ Drum Fest.
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