Career
Jones was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma. His band's self-titled debut album, released in 2001, included the hit "Flavor of the Weak". Previously, he was the drummer in bands Letters to Cleo and Veruca Salt. He is also half of the production duo Deathstar Productions with writer/producer Bill Lefler, and was a VP of A&R at Epic Records. In addition, Jones is the musical director for Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus and plays drums for her touring band, alongside Mike Schmid, Jaco Caraco, Vashon, Jamie Arentzen, Sara Mann and Carmel Helen. He is also recording drums for Every Avenue's upcoming record. He is also touring with Matchbox Twenty as their tour drummer.
Jones has played Yamaha Drums and Sabian Cymbals until summer 2009. Now, he plays SJC Custom Drums and Paiste cymbals.
His current drumkit setup is:
- Bass Drum 24"x22"
- Rack Tom 7"x12"
- Floor Tom 14"x16"
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