Had I known what was behind the door I had opened, I would have opted to just stay simple-minded and happy. I discovered the band that would influence my life. I also vowed to learn to play guitar at any cost. Career as amateur musician began.
Music career takes a giant step forward.
November 1996 - I suffered torn cartilage and a sprained MCL in my left knee in a playoff game. My girlfriend also dumped me earlier that day. Thus, I begin to question the direction in which my life was headed. Because the Hospital at which the procedure was performed was under construction, the surgery recovery room doubled as the nurses lounge. January 1998 - I quit football and join the Academic Team.