Virgil Donati kicks Castronovo's butt

Artist news 10-01-2005 19:48

Deen-o's successor is already known: Australian super drummer Virgil Donati (see photo). He already joined the ranks of Soul Sirkus so the new line-up of the band can start touring to support their debut, "World Play", in the spring of 2005. Virgil has confirmed his addition to Soul Sirkus on his personal web site.

Regarded as the best drummer in Australia, Virgil Donati started his career with Aussie AOR favourites Southern Sons before moving to the U.S. and working as an in-demand session drummer. Departing drummer Deen Castronovo commented on his replacement:

"Oh my God, Virgil Donati seriously kicks my butt! He is the most unreal drummer I have ever seen...this guy is a studied musician and does things on a kit I had never witnessed...with this guy in Soul Sirkus they are going to make some real noise in the music business. They couldn't have chosen a better guy - they just don't come any better than Donati."

Deen will continue with his duties in Journey accordingly.