Phil
![](http://d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/452044/e498c5ab343461fde642d4964f5b132e4358c082/original/54-img-5262.jpg/!!/b%3AW1siZXh0cmFjdCIseyJsZWZ0IjoxMDEwLCJ0b3AiOjAsIndpZHRoIjo0MTYwLCJoZWlnaHQiOjQxNjB9XSxbInJlc2l6ZSIsMTAwMF0sWyJtYXgiXSxbIndlIl1d/meta%3AeyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ%3D%3D.jpg)
Phillie Banks
Drums/Percussion
Birthdate: June 21
Hometown: Long Beach, NY
Influences: Vinnie Paul, Nick Menza, Lars Urlich, Igor Cavalera, Dave Grohl, Matt Cameron, Roger Taylor, Bill Ward, Matt Sorum, Neil Peart, Pete Sandoval to name a few.
Accomplishments: One of the several founders of the Two Bridges Music festival, which showcased Local NY Musicians and Artists, and ran annually for 6 years and took place throughout Far Rockaway and Broad Channel Queens, NY and was always a great community event.
Bio: Phillie knew that he wanted to play the drums as far back as he can remember. He would see these monsterous Stadium Drum kits in Live concert and music videos, and knew right away thats where he wanted to be and thats what he wanted to do. Phillie started his musical journey playing in an Original metal band with 2 of his brothers, and over the years, evolved into several albums, many live shows, and varying side projects. They still play together when they can. Throughout the following years, Phillie has played in several original and cover bands, often mixing up styles and genres like, funk, classic rock, jam band, metal/hard rock. Currently loves drumming more than ever.
Interesting Fact(s): As well as drums and percussion, Phillie also played Cello in Orchestra throughout grade school and also likes to dabble in Guitar, Bass, Piano, and Banjo.