Anyone who has experienced Louis Newsom behind a drum kit realizes quickly that he is a musical force. He began his journey of music at the age of two in Toledo, Ohio. Growing up in a musical household, he was always surrounded by incredible drumming. The sounds of Cobham, Miles, and Rich were commonplace in the Newsom home. Louis received first hand lessons in what it meant to be a professional musician from his father, who was a prominent drummer in Toledo and the surrounding areas. Louis credits his father with being his first major influence. “It is because of my dad, I came out of the womb playing the drums”. Louis recognizes Dennis Chambers, Vinnie Colaiuta, and Rickey Lawson as other drumming influences in his life. Because of this, Louis’ diverse musical style has been requested by some of the best in the music industry. Having provided support behind the likes of Pattie Labelle, Ledisi and Jeff Lorber to name a few. Louis has also toured extensively with Dwele, Johnny Gill, Gladys Knight and Rahsaan Patterson.
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