Dick Tady Orchestra

Joe Gill

Acoustic Drums, Electric Drums, Percussion, Vocals

Joe’s musical career began at age 5 when he studied the accordion, until he reached high school and became interested in and began studying drums.  After schooling, he joined the United States Army for 3 years serving in Korea, Vietnam, and the United States with the 101st Airborne Division.  Throughout his 50 plus years in the professional music business, he participated in 13 recordings and is on of the original members of the DTO, along with Dick Tady and Bob McBride.  His lyrics for the Grammy nominated “Happy Days” recording is one of his most rewarding musical achievements.  Joe is happily married to his wife Rita and together they have two children and a grandchild.