Stacy Jones

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Stacy Jones
Birth name Stacy Glen Jones
Born (1970-12-19) December 19, 1970
Origin Tulsa, Oklahoma
Genres Power pop, pop punk, alternative rock, punk rock
Occupation(s) Musician, songwriter, producer, engineer
Instruments Vocals, guitar
Labels Universal Publishing
Associated acts American Hi-Fi, Miley Cyrus, Veruca Salt, Letters to Cleo, Hey Monday, Matchbox Twenty, Life of Dillon, Everclear

Stacy Glen Jones (born December 19, 1970) is an American musician, songwriter, and producer. He is currently the musical director and drummer for Miley Cyrus and Life of Dillon, the drummer of Matchbox Twenty and Everclear, and is also known for being the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and primary songwriter of American Hi-Fi.

Background

Jones was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma. His band's self-titled debut album, released in 2001, included the hit "Flavor of the Weak". Previously, he was the drummer in bands Letters to Cleo and Veruca Salt. He is also half of the production duo Deathstar Productions with writer/producer Bill Lefler, and was a VP of A&R at Epic Records.[1]

In 2004, Jones rehearsed and recorded demos with Mötley Crüe, who were reuniting. Vince Neil was not going to rejoin the band and Jones was initially strongly considered for the position, however, Neil ultimately reunited with the band.

In addition, Jones is the musical director for Miley Cyrus and plays drums for her touring band, alongside Mike Schmid, Jaco Caraco, Vashon, Jamie Arentzen, Sara Mann, and Carmel Helen. American Hi-Fi bassist Drew Parsons previously performed with her touring band, as well.

As of 2012, he is the touring drummer of Matchbox Twenty.

On May 25, 2015, it was announced that he would be the touring drummer of Everclear, replacing Sean Winchester, during their Summerland tour. This tour also features his band American Hi-Fi, Toadies, and Fuel.

Career

Musical director / drummer

In addition to being the musical director and drummer for Miley Cyrus, Jones is also the musical director for Life of Dillon and Troye Sivan. Previous gigs also include playing drums for Matchbox Twenty, Madonna, Everclear, Dia Frampton, Veruca Salt, Letters to Cleo, Avril Lavigne, Ariana Grande, Joan Jett, Against Me!, The Jonas Brothers, The Flaming Lips, Lily Allen, Billy Ray Cyrus, Sheryl Crow, Cobra Starship, Aimee Mann, The Cab, Hey Monday, Butch Walker, The Dollyrots, Everclear and more.

Production / musician credits

TV appearances


The Voice, American Idol, Saturday Night Live,[2] Dancing With the Stars,[3] The Late Show with David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,[4][5] Late Night with Conan O’Brien,[6] Good Morning America,[7] The Today Show, Teen Choice Awards,[8] Miley Cyrus: Bangerz Tour (NBC), CMT Awards,[9][10] American Music Awards,[11] Kids Choice Awards,[12] The Today Show,[13] DC Games,[14] Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year's Eve,[15] MTV Live, and more…

References

  1. ↑ "MP3 of the week: American Hi-Fi". thephoenix.com. 2009-11-05. Retrieved 2010-02-01.
  2. ↑ "Sting/Veruca Salt Episode Recap". TV.com. 1997-03-15. Retrieved 2010-02-02.
  3. ↑ "Miley Cyrus to Perform on Dancing with the Stars Finale". TV Guide. 2008-11-17. Retrieved 2010-02-02.
  4. ↑ "Billy Ray Cyrus To Release New Album 'Back To Tennessee' On April 7, 2009 Featuring Hit Title Track & Duet With Daughter Miley Cyrus". Top-40 Charts. 2009-04-01. Retrieved 2010-02-02.
  5. ↑ "THE FRAY KICKS OFF 'THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JAY LENO'S' EIGHTH SEASON OF POPULAR OUTDOOR CONCERTS ON MARCH 2, 2009 WITH THE MERCEDES-BENZ OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES ON NBC". NBC. 2009-03-03. Retrieved 2010-02-02.
  6. ↑ "Concert Review: Letters to Cleo and The Oohlas". Beat Crave. 1995-02-08. Retrieved 2010-02-02.
  7. ↑ "Miley Cyrus: Good Morning America". celebrity-gossip.net. 2009-08-16. Retrieved 2010-02-01.
  8. ↑ "Miley Cyrus To Perform Latest Single At The Teen Choice Awards". The Insider. 2009-08-04. Retrieved 2010-02-02.
  9. ↑ "Miley Cyrus Set to Perform at CMT Awards". The Insider. 2009-03-29. Retrieved 2010-02-02.
  10. ↑ "CMT GETS THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS AS BILLY RAY CYRUS AND MILEY CYRUS HOST THE "2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS"". People. 2008-02-26. Retrieved 2010-02-02.
  11. ↑ "Miley Cyrus Turns 16 at the American Music Awards". People. 2008-11-28. Retrieved 2010-02-02.
  12. ↑ "MILEY CYRUS TO PERFORM AND THE CASTS OF "TWILIGHT" AND "GLEE" TO APPEAR ON "TEEN CHOICE 2009" MONDAY, AUGUST 10, ON FOX". Teen Choice Awards. 2009-08-03. Retrieved 2010-02-02. Archived March 29, 2011, at the Wayback Machine.
  13. ↑ "TODAY Show Free Concert Series Announced (Miley Cyrus, REM, Coldplay, Neil Diamond)". BumperShine. 2008-03-26. Retrieved 2010-02-02.
  14. ↑ "Miley to Perform at Disney Channel Games". People. 2008-04-30. Retrieved 2010-02-02.
  15. ↑ "'New Year's Rockin' Eve' in Times Square, NYC". ABC News. 2007-12-28. Retrieved 2010-02-02.


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