GARY ARNOLD

A native of Springfield Massachusetts, Gary started playing drums as a child in 1967. He bought his first real drum kit, a set of Ludwigs in 1969, and spent the next few years playing in local Springfield bands such as Blue Heat & Blue. Upon relocating to Florida, he joined a popular local group in Charlotte County known as Warehouse, and worked with them from 1979 – 1981. In 1985, Gary and some of the original members of Warehouse formed the Classic Rock Band called Knight Hawk which became an extremely popular group in the Port Charlotte area during the 80’s & 90’s. Gary continues to work occasionally with a Rhythm & Blues Trio, The Luther Coffee Band.
Gary has been the drummer of “BANDANA” since 2001. He counts the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Cream, Blood Sweat & Tears, & Chicago among the musical groups that most influence his playing style. He is well known to local area musicians and is respected for his serious attitude and commitment to his music. When not behind one of his drum kits, Gary enjoys scuba diving, traveling, & driving his jeep.