Leo Lopez MD

Home city: Originally from Sudbury, MA and currently residing in Topanga, CA

Vocation outside music: Retired computer software programmer

Role in BBSC: Drums and percussion

First performance with BBSC: New Orleans 2008

Major musical influences: Buddy Rich, Steve Gadd, Tony Williams, Billy Cobham, Jack DiJohnette

Favorite musical genres: Rock, jazz, jam-band, fusion

My most prized instruments: Sonor Prolite drumkit, Yamaha upright piano

Musical projects outside BBSC: Currently playing in a number of bands including Kelp Dwellers(https://kelpdwellers.com) and Gayle Ellett & The Electromags(https://gayleellettandtheelectromags.com)

Favorite non-musical pursuits: Art (painting and drawing), tennis, swimming, running, cycling

What I love about BBSC: Playing for a great cause and playing with wonderful people and musicians. And, most special, continuing a musical journey of over 50 years with one of my oldest and best friends, Dr. Gil.