Rich Galichon

Richie Alan (born Richard Alan Galichon; 1968 in NY) is an independent studio drummer and technology entrepreneur.

Early Life and Education

He grew up in Valley Stream, New York and attended Valley Stream Central High School. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from Queens College, City University of New York and pursued a Master of Business Administration degree specializing in Information Systems Management at The George Washington University School of Business.

Technology Career

Soon after college, Alan launched an IT consulting practice. By age 30 he appeared on American Express's Platinum list of top technology entrepreneurs under 30.

Musical Training and Influences

Richie Alan studied at the Downs School of Music, where he won three gold medals and one silver medal in the Long Island Drum Teachers Association competitions. He later took private lessons with Joe Morello (Dave Brubeck Quartet) and Simon Kirke (Bad Company).

Mostly known in the underground New York music scene, Alan's drumming achieved a modest following, garnering praise from well-established drummers including Tommy Aldridge (Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake), Bill Bruford (Yes, King Crimson), and Jonathan Mover (Fuel, Everlast, Alice Cooper)

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Selected Honors

Legendary guitarist Les Paul presented Richie Alan with an autographed custom Gibson Les Paul guitar at a Beacons in Jazz award gala in 2003.

Performing Career and Collaborations

Richie Alan performed on drums and percussion with John Ford of the Strawbs and is on Ford's 2014 "No Talkin'" album. Richie Alan has also performed with Ian Lloyd (Stories), Simon Kirke (Bad Company) and Southern Rock tribute band Southern Exposure. Richie Alan has also performed on dozens of independent albums as an "Internet Session Drummer".

Martial Arts and Other Pursuits

Richie Alan is an accomplished martial artist holding a 4th-degree Black Belt in Chinese Goju Karate, a style founded by Ron Van Clief, who awarded him the rank with Glenn Perry. The tradition draws from a lineage that traces back through Peter Urban, Gogen Yamaguchi, and Chojun Miyagi.

Education and Professional Affiliations