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Born December 19, 1970 (age 53) ( 1970-12-19 ) Associated acts American Hi-Fi, Miley Cyrus, Veruca Salt, Letters to Cleo, Hey Monday, Matchbox Twenty, Life of Dillon, Everclear Albums IV, American Thighs, Eight Arms to Hold You, Tonight and the Rest of M, Hearts on Parade Profiles | ||
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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.
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- Stacy jones matchbox twenty how far we ve come live
- Vater Percussion Stacy Jones Letters To Cleo Miley Cyrus
- Background
- Musical director drummer
- TV appearances
- References
Vater Percussion - Stacy Jones - Letters To Cleo / Miley Cyrus
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.
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 Johnson, Jamie Arentzen, Sara Mann, and Carmel Helene. 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.
Musical director / drummer
In addition to being the musical director and drummer for Miley Cyrus, Jones is also the musical director for The Chainsmokers, Life of Dillon, Troye Sivan, Broods, and Shawn Hook. 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 and more.
TV appearances
The Voice, American Idol, Saturday Night Live, Dancing With the Stars, The Late Show with David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, Good Morning America, The Today Show, Teen Choice Awards, Miley Cyrus: Bangerz Tour (NBC), CMT Awards, American Music Awards, Kids Choice Awards, The Today Show, DC Games, Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year's Eve, MTV Live, and more…