Stated playing in 1966
1966
Self-study using brand-X drums and records of popular music, rock-n-roll, swing, ballads, easy-listening, etc. Played alto saxophone in school band until 1972
1968
Played organ at this time (I still possess my original Hammond, E-100). High school marching band (saxophone) and more formal study of music. At this age of 14, drums, keyboard and alto sax were quickly developing formative experiences as performances expanded beyond the local high school bands.
1969 - 1970
Switched to double-bass drums - used Pearl-brand set. Continued saxophone in school bands, music theory in high school and some opportunity to play drums in school bands. Played drums with bands and misc. musicians in Milwaukee, Wis. primarily at private parties and special events.
Also: ...was the solo organist for the Centre Theatre (old vaudevillian Warner Bros. theatre), Milwaukee, WI, with 4 to 10 shows weekly.
1970 - 1972 [ TOP ]
Played private parties and clubs (lied about my age) in Detroit, MI, and the surrounding area, - followed by St. Louis, MO, and Evansville, IN. Graduated high school in 1972 in St. Louis, Mo. and was the orchestra and band student-conductor for the area school districts.
1973-1974
Acquired greatly improved equipment, state-of-the-art pedals, improved hardware and Ziljian cymbals. I built my Slingerland set in 1974 (see picture gallery). Began college in 1973 at Indiana State University and continued in Vineland, NJ in 1974. After using personal compositions for organ as audition(s), I continue my musical training majoring in theory and composition at Glassboro State College (now Rowan University) at Glassboro, NJ. Continued to play clubs and such with local bands and misc. musicians.
1974-1976
With the new Slingerland drums, performed as the drummer for Webb Pierce (gallery), regional tours - (Philadelphia, Atlantic City, Cherry Hill, Wildwood, etc. - New Jersey, Pennsylvania & Delaware) and also played with the Steamrollers band. Played local clubs (drums) six nights a week with miscellaneous bands and musicians, some "original" music with local artists and studio recording.
Also continued formal music training with primary focus on theory, analysis and composition. Study included voice, piano, violin, cello, oboe and bassoon, clarinet, trombone, acoustical theory, composition and more.
1976
Jerry Galloway performs in Concert: Solo Pianist - at Glassboro State College
1977 - 1982 [ TOP ]
In 1977 expanded the Slingerland set to a double bass (gallery), added more cymbals and misc. percussion and travel equipment. (At this time, schooling continued along different lines, not in music).
Co-founded the Stone Broke band in Houston, Texas, doing 2-3 shows weekly. This band grew to include roadies, light and sound personnel, a portable stage for local travel, and special effects. Music included country, rock-n-roll, R&B, ballads and more.
1983 - 1989
In 1983 Stone Broke reformed with several new musicians including horns and two female back-up singers. Dr. Galloway (drums) and Joe Campos (keyboard, bass and rhythm guitar) continued as original members, playing 2-3 shows per week in the greater Houston area.
1987: Received his
Doctor
of Education degree from University of Houston.
1989: Moved to Indiana: Professor of Education at Indiana
University NW.
1992 - 1997 [ TOP ]
Played with the Steel Rose band in NW Indiana. While this band focused primarily on country music, the sound was more progressive and included a strong rock feel. In addition to modern country, the repertoire included oldies, rock-n-roll, ballads and occasional R&B songs. Once Steel Rose disbanded at the start of 1997 (at the end of Dr. Galloway's 30 year anniversary), he worked with the Most Wanted Band and Headliner: Joy Castle throughout Northern Indiana and SW Michigan.
1997 - 2002
Dr. J. joined Ernie Givens and the White Lies
Band in the Fall of '97. The band performed heavily throughout
Northern Indiana, SW Michigan and Chicago.
gallery
1998 - March
The Slingerland drumset, is completely refinished (relaminated) in a new color: -eoriginally pure white... now: Slingerland White Marine Pearl. The work was performed by the Jack Lawton Drum Co., Sunbury, Pennsylvania. The results were perfect. After almost 24 years this drumset looks and sounds brand new.
1998 - Summer
The Slingerland drumset now includes a full sound system. All drums have mic's (11) and everything runs through a Makki 16 channel mixer board. This turned out to be vital for meeting the quality and amplification for the bigger shows.
1999 - June-October !
Our CD (Ernie Givens & The White Lies Band -
Let's Get Ready to Rumble! )
plays throughout Europe and stays in the Top 100 for over 17 weeks.
It reached # 2 in
Europe's
Top 100 on June 22nd. CD play coverage includes
Sweden,
Belgium, Germany, Denmark, Netherlands, France, England and as far away as
Australia.
CD's available online at:
http://www.jerrygalloway.com/cd/
1999 - October 3rd
Winner...
O.C.T. Award in Nashville, Tennessee: "Best
Independent Country Band" - 1999
Online Country, Dutch Country DJ Association,
Tracker
Magazine, Nashville, Tennessee
2000 - February [ TOP ]
European Tour: Brussels, Belgium - Ernie Givens and the White Lies Band
2000 - April
Ernie Givens & The White Lies Band - on the charts as Most Played... # 8 world-wide.
2000 - April
Winner...
Golden Music Awards in Nashville, Tennessee: "Best
Group of the Year" - 2000
Re: Indie-Tracker Magazine, Nashville,
Tennesee
2002 - 2005
After the retirement of Ernie Givens, Galloway continues to play with The White Lies Band throughout NW Indiana.
Through out 2002, Dr. Galloway played additionally with the Midnight Montana band in North East Indiana.
2004 -
Glenn and Jerry are sometimes known as: The Three Amigos and Smith and Jones
CD's Recorded ... produced by WIllowtree Recording...
- Best of Jerry Galloway - Solo Vocalist
- Still Kickin! - White Lies Band
- Flip Side - Dr. J - Solo Vocalist
All CD's available online at: http://www.jerrygalloway.com/cd/
2005 -
Galloway continued to play with GLENN and JERRY throughout NW Indiana.
CD Recorded ... produced by WIllowtree Recording...
- Classic Hits & Drums - Dr. J - Vocalist, w/ Three Amigos band
All CD's available online at: http://www.jerrygalloway.com/cd/
July 4:
Moved to Statesboro, Georgia:
Professor of Instructional Technology at Georgia Southern University.
2006 - [ TOP ]
Continuing to play with Glenn Miranda as... GLENN and JERRY including concert in Millen, GA.
Also Playing weekly with Bob Smith at the Silver Creek Saloon, Statesboro, GA
Vocal performances with Chris Chandler and his Orchestra, Savannah & Statesboro, GA.
2007 - [ TOP ]
Stage performances in Sound of Music - Emma Kelly Theater and surrounding communities.
Continuing to play with Glenn Miranda as... GLENN and JERRY including concert in Millen, GA.
RELOCATION TO: Dallas, Texas
Helped form Classic Rock / 60's band: South Side Rollers - Performances throughout the Dallas / Fort Worth area.
2008 - [ TOP ]
Continuing to play with Glenn Miranda as... GLENN and JERRY
Working as a Solo Vocalist: - with the William Ware Agency, Dallas
2009 - October [ TOP ]
REUNION concert for Ernie Givens & The White Lies Band in N.W. Indiana.
2010 - [ TOP ]
RELOCATION TO: Charleston, South Carolina
Joins an established leader in East Coast - Beach and Shaggin music:
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What kind of music is that?... a mix of oldies, funk, swing, - fun party stuff. See the band site for song list.Still performing as a solo vocalist with local venues in and around Charleston, SC
Establishes the TMA Recording Studio... a personal recording label and studio. Working on personal recordings.
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