Erik is a self-taught musician who has traveled the country doing what he loves. Although they never actually played together, Erik already had a history with most of the band. As teenagers, Erik and Moe played in groups rivaling for Friday and Saturday night gigs at local venues. He also grew up frequenting the Nicholson Music Co. for repairs and broken guitar string replacements. Every visit seemed to consist of Beatles talk with Erich and Andy. When they presented him with the opportunity to take on Ringo's distinct drumming style, he jumped at the chance.