VIC FIRTH ARTIST
ANTON FIG

Born in Cape Town, South Africa, Anton began playing drums at age four. After performing in numerous successful local rock bands, he moved to Boston to further pursue his musical interests. His formal education included studies at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, studying both jazz and classical disciplines, graduating with Honors in 1975. In 1976, he moved to New York where he began to establish a career as a freelance musician.

Anton is presently a member of the CBS Orchestra, appearing nightly on The Late Show with David Letterman- a position he has held since 1986. During this tenure, he has played with scores of great artists including Miles Davis, James Brown, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Winwood, Bonnie Raitt and Tony Bennett.

Some of the many recordings Anton has made include selections with Bob Dylan, Mick Jagger, Kiss, Cyndi Lauper, Madonna, Gary Moore, Spider, Ace Frehley, Joan Armatrading, and many others. Anton continues to be an in demand studio and live musician and is currently recording and composing for numerous projects.

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT:

 Interview Series
  Don't miss our 4-part interview series with Anton!


AUDIO CLIPS:

Listen to a few cuts from Anton's CD release, Figments!
Inside Out
(mp3)
 

 

Visit Anton online:
www.antonfig.com



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