Jose Medeles
Musical artist
Jose Medeles is an American musician currently based in Portland, Oregon. Opened Revival Drum Shop in 2009. A shop dedicated to vintage and custom drums. Currently leads 1939 ENSEMBLE a drums, vibraphone & noise duo. Has played live and or recorded with The Breeders, Kim Deal (solo), Ben Harper, Donavon Frankenreiter, Joey Ramone, 22 Jacks, Mike Watt, Scout Nibblet, CJ Ramone, Face to Face, Rocco DeLucca, John Davis, Steve Soto (solo), Holloys, Jackson United, Io Perry, Tito & Taranchula, Drunken Prayer, Dustbowl Holler (Tom Waits Tribute), Custom Made Scare, Los Infernos, Crank Williams. Recorded 2 solo drum recordings "Random Underdog Stories" (2002) and "Tale of a Dysfunctional Drummer" (2006). Endorses Vater Drumsticks and accessories, Istanbul Agop Cymbals, Drum Workshop hardware.Jose is also the 1984 Lincoln Junior High School Breakdance Contest Champion.
