Maria’s Scarf – Photo/Video Gallery – Zoro the Drummer

“I had always believed anything was possible, because that’s what Mama had taught me. But this sudden display of protection from a previous rival bordered on the miraculous. A conversion of this magnitude was proof of music’s power to break down walls. And if it could erase the wall that once separated Rocco and me, I had a feeling there would be more miracles to come. As long as I kept drumming.” ~ Zoro

“Engaging and evocative, Maria’s Scarf is a glorious portrayal of the poignancy of love, one that kept me turning each page. A magical story filled with surprise and delight, this unforgettable memoir serves as a testament to the power of a mother’s love and one boy’s sheer determination. Every mother who has dreams for her children needs to read this!”

Melissa Rivers

actress, producer, and television host of Fashion Police on E!

Salón México Movie Clip

At seventeen, my mother, Maria, was an extra in this classic film noir from Mexico’s golden age of cinema. This is the only footage I have of her as a teenager pursuing her dream of becoming a movie star. She is sitting at a table with a tall, dark, and handsome man who would become her first husband.

My First Drumming Footage at Age Twelve

This Super 8 footage was taken after I watched Elvis Presley’s drummer Ronnie Tutt wail away behind Elvis for his “Aloha From Hawaii Via Satellite” Concert.” I wasn’t playing the drums yet, but this clip of me clowning around proved to be a sign of things to come because four years later, I would start to play.

Cardboard Rock Star

In the fourth grade, I desperately wanted to play the drums in our school talent show but couldn’t afford any drums, so I played with my hands on a big box. Desire is everything.

From A Small Town To The Big Stage

Like countless musicians, I got my start from a tiny local music store. Every dream must start somewhere, and they usually start small and at the beginning.

Janitor With A Dream

My drumming career started by accident when the high school band director caught me drumming on the job instead of cleaning the band room like I was supposed to as the after-school janitor. You never know what incident will define your future.

Performing “Spain” by Chick Corea

My first television appearance was in 1981 at Beverly Hills High on KBEV Channel 6, a student-run public access show. I was thrilled to be on TV!

A Drum Solo

On Dec 3, 1982, Lenny Kravitz cut me loose for a drum solo at the Beverly Hills High School auditorium. We were both teenagers in a band called, Wave.

Playing “Mr. Telephone Man,” With New Edition for Fourth of July 1985 in Washington, D.C.

Laying down the groove that nearly a million people bobbed their heads to for the Sea to Shining Sea concert. This is what I imagined when I played that cardboard box with my hands for the talent show in fourth grade. My dream had come to life, and Mama was watching on TV.

New Edition LIVE at Boston Garden Kiss 108 FM Party 1985 Full Recording (Rare)

This is a TRUE treat! The deleted video of NE’s sizzling performance at the Kiss 108 FM Boston Party live at the Boston Garden 1985! Highlights include “My Secret (Didja Getit Yet?), a cover of Prince’s ‘84 smash hit “I Would Die 4 U” and “Kinda Girls We Like” featuring a smokin’ HOT rap by Ricky!

Some Memorabilia Highlights

MEMORABILLIA

New Edition, Bobby Brown, Lenny Kravitz, Frankie Valli, Vanssa Paradis, and some of Zoro’s Drumming Career Highlights.