“Still unable to fit in any box, I was named Black teen centerfold of the month, white teen heartthrob of the month, and Latin teen sensation of the month. There was even a national “Win a Date with Zoro Contest” in one of the major fan mags.” ~ Zoro
“Zoro’s coming-of-age memoir will strike a nostalgic chord in anyone who grew up in the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s. Yet, the universality of his experience transcends any particular time and place. Filled with wit, wisdom, grit, and glory, Maria’s Scarf will leave you with a hopeful sense of possibility and the desire to rock the world in your own way!”
Alex Van Halen
“Zoro” the Drummer Talks With Gary Bryan And Lisa Stanley
Zoro talks to Gary Bryan and Lisa Stanley about his new book Maria’s Scarf, written about his mother and the life she helped give him. He discusses his time as both Bobby Brown’s drummer and Lenny Kravitz’s drummer along with a few other crazy storied times from his past, like pretending to go to Beverly Hills High School. He dives deeper on the impact his mother made on his life and how that led him to writing this book for her. The memoir encompasses a mother’s love, a son’s perseverance and dreaming big. Zoro’s book Maria’s Scarf is out on April 30th.
ZORO The Drummer – Chats with Donna Lyons and Ray Patterson on IHeartRadio
February 2, 2024 • 27 mins
Zoro has spent four decades performing with artists such as Lenny Kravitz, Bobby Brown, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, New Edition, Sean Lennon, Lisa Marie Presley, and Philip Bailey of Earth, Wind & Fire. He has been voted the number one R&B drummer in the world numerous times and is the author of The Big Gig: Big-Picture Thinking for Success and SOAR! 9 Proven Keys for Unlocking Your Limitless Potential. His engaging personality, ability to speak on a wide range of subjects, and authentic way of inspiring others have also established him as a sought-after speaker. His new book: Maria’s Scarf: A Memoir of a Mother’s Love, a Son’s Perseverance, and Dreaming Big
TESTIMONY WITH JENSINE BARD
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A FULL COVER STORY ON ZORO IN WORSHIP MUSICIAN MAGAZINE
Discover the riveting tale of Zoro’s rise as a trailblazing force in Christian music, from humble beginnings to global acclaim. Dive into his inspiring journey and uncover the transformative power of faith-infused melodies in this captivating cover story.
“After reading this beautiful memoir, I am left with many emotions from different perspectives. As a mother, I know the other-worldly bond between mother and son and how we would walk through fire for them. As a performer, I know the heartache and absolute joy we go through with every rejection and success. As a daughter, I can’t imagine not having had a deep and loving relationship with my father. Zoro’s story is one of triumph through adversity on every level. It is a must-read for anyone who has lived, loved, lost, and knew there was something greater waiting for them.”
Cathy Rich
Backstage Pass with Steve Ryan
Episode 733 – In this Episode, Zoro shares his Fatherhood journey which includes two children. He discusses his childhood growing up without a father and how it motivated him to become a First Class Father. He describes the balance of being a professional drummer while being a dad. He talks about the importance of his faith and the values he has instilled in his children. He tells us about his forthcoming memoir; Maria’s Scarf: A Memoir of a Mother’s Love, a Son’s Perseverance, and Dreaming Big. He offers some great advice for new or soon-to-be dads and more!