Mediatwist Signs One of Rock’s Best Drummers
Originally published - May 2011
The Mediatwist Group, a full service talent development and artist promotion company out of Miami Florida announced Friday that legendary drummer Jon Wilkes will now be part of their camp. Jon Wilkes is better known for his work behind the kit with globally successful rock band The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus. At the ripe age of 24, Jon Wilkes a Jacksonville Florida native is quickly making a name for himself on the rock and hip-hop circuit. Past projects of Jon’s include, Flo’rida’s rock re-mix of “Low” and Soulja Boy’s “Tell Um”. TMG’s first order of business will be developing Mr. Wilkes’ “Drummer VS DJ” show across the United States. Tour stops in Florida, Las Vegas, and Hollywood have already proven mega successful. “Drummer VS DJ” features Jon Wilkes on drums battling head to head with Jacksonville Florida’s DeeJay Capone. This show exploits the Rock/Rap dynamic that has proven successful for the likes of rock mainstays Linkin Park and Limp Biscuit with an added battle edge that keeps fans at the edge of their seats. “Im ready to take over the world with this”,Jon Wilkes explains as he talks about juggling his hectic tour schedule with TRJA and now “Drummer VS DJ”. The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus is currently on tour throughout the U.S. and is set to release their next album this summer. “I will get off the coach for any club, and I want the world to know about ‘Drummer VS DJ’. Lets take over!”- Jon Wilkes. For more information or to book “Drummer VS DJ”