Known as the "Minister of Groove," Zoro is an internationally-renowned rock star, motivational speaker, master storyteller, and author. He is one of the world's most respected and award-winning drummers, and throughout his more than 30-year career, Zoro consistently has been voted the number 1 R&B drummer and clinician by the premier music industry publications Modern Drummer, Drum! , and Rhythm Magazine. Zoro has toured and recorded with some of the most famous legends in the music industry including Lenny Kravitz, Bobby Brown, Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, New Edition, Jody Watley, Philip Bailey of Earth, Wind & Fire, Angie Stone, Vanessa Paradis, Sean Lennon, Lisa Marie Presley, Tommy Walker, Lincoln Brewster, Phil Keaggy, and Barlow Girl. Zoro has written two critically-acclaimed books Soar! 9 Proven Keys for Unlocking Your Limitless Potential and The Big Gig: Big-Picture Thinking for Success . Both books provide articulate, self-lived messages of purpose, passion, and perseverance that light the way for others to find hope and inspiration, and to reach for higher ground. Zoro breaks the "rock star" stereotypes. He values biblical principles for right living and proudly stands by his convictions. He is compelled to use his platform to reach everyone with the good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ.