Electronic Press Kit
Have Sticks Will Travel – Dino Cuneo
A genre-spanning project grounded in big band, jazz standards, and classic American songcraft, with influences from rock and country.
Dino Cuneo is a professional drummer, vocalist, and producer with a long career in live performance and recording. His musical foundation was shaped early through mentorship under legendary drummer Buddy Rich, and refined through years of work across jazz, big band, rock, and country settings. Through Have Sticks Will Travel, Cuneo brings a versatile, song-first approach to classic material and original projects alike.
Press highlights / Credentials
- Professional drummer, vocalist, and producer with decades of live performance and studio experience
- Studied under legendary drummer Buddy Rich at an early age
- Extensive background performing across Big Band, jazz standards, classic rock, country, and Americana
- Leader of the genre-spanning project Have Sticks Will travel
- Experienced in both Live performance and recording production
- Known for a song-first approach rooted in feel, musicianship, and stylistic authenticity
- Performs as both a drummer and lead vocalist, adapting seamlessly across styles and settings
- Recording engineer and producer with hands-on experience shaping finished releases
Music Previews
Short promotional selections from across the album.
Big Band – Swing sampler
Rock / Country / Pop sampler
The Long Road Home (2026)
Genre-spanning standards & classics
A diverse collection of big band favorites, jazz standards, classic rock, and country songs, performed with a song-first approach and deep respect for the original material. The Long Road Home highlights musical versatility while maintaining a cohesive, timeless feel.
Dino’s Christmas (2024)
Seasonal jazz & traditional favorites
A festive release featuring classic holiday songs arranged and performed with warmth and musicianship. Blending jazz influences with traditional holiday spirit, Dino’s Christmas offers a polished, nostalgic listening experience suited for seasonal programming and live performance.
Downloadable Assets
Media resources available for press, programming, and promotional use.
Artwork
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Press Information
Dino Cuneo is a veteran drummer, vocalist, and producer whose career spans decades of live performance, recording, and musical direction. Performing under Have Sticks Will Travel, Cuneo brings a dynamic, groove-driven one-man band experience that blends classic songs, deep musicianship, and audience-first performance.
His latest release, The Long Road Home, weaves together big band swing, country, rock, pop, and timeless standards into a cohesive listening journey – reflecting both the influences that shaped him and the miles traveled along the way.
- Veteran touring and studio musician with decades of performance experience
- Drummer, vocalist, producer, and engineer
- Repertoire spanning big band, swing, country, rock, and American standards
- Ideal for festivals, theaters, listening rooms, and special events
Booking & Contact
Have Sticks Will Travel is available for live performances, special events, private engagements, festivals, and curated listening experiences.
- One-Man Band (drums, vocals, bass)
- Swing & Big Band classics
- Country & Americana
- Rock & classic pop standards
- Custom sets tailored for venues and events
Booking & Media inquiries:
originalhavestickswilltravel@gmail.com
Based in Colorado / Nationwide Availability
Please include event date, location, and performance details when inquiring.
Advance materials, tech details, and additional media available upon request.