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'''Lester Estelle, Jr.''' or '''Lester Estelle II''' is the former drummer and backing vocalist for the ]-based Christian rock band, ].
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'''Lester Estelle II''' (born April 28, 1981) is an American drummer and backing vocalist for the ] band ], based in Tulsa, Oklahoma.<ref>{{Cite web |last=rognrolla |date=2021-01-06 |title=Lester Estelle Jr joins the Wincent family |url=https://www.drummingnewsnetwork.com/?p=5014 |access-date=2024-01-20 |website=Drumming News Network |language=en-US}}</ref> He currently plays drums for singer-songwriter ] and ]. He was formerly a member of ].
== Early Life and First Drumset ==
Lester has always had a love for music. He began to show an interest in playing drums at the age of 2. The table was his snare and the lamp shade was his cymbal.


⚫ == Early life ==
In fourth grade, Lester played his first drum solo, on a borrowed drum set, at the school talent show. The kids went wild! Afterwards, they all wanted his autograph. After this event, his Dad and Mom felt it was time for him to have his own drum set. He began to play at church and with his Dad for praise and worship. He began traveling off and on in the eighth grade with Troy Covey and Seven. He started home schooling and traveling full time during his sophomore year.


Lester Estelle began to play drums at church with his father, and then began traveling in the eighth grade with the singer Troy Covey and band Seven. He started home schooling and traveling full-time during his second year.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Gears + Equipment Used By Lester Estelle II – Gemtracks |url=https://www.gemtracks.com/gears/lester-estelle-ii-10050/ |access-date=August 29, 2022 |website=Gemtracks.com}}</ref>
⚫ He’s played drums for several different bands, such as: The Edwardsville Strings, Nu Creation, ], Entry No. 5, and other various artists around the ] area. Lester still does gigs with Trump Dawgs and DL Sully when he’s not on the road.


⚫ He's played drums for several different bands such as: The Edwardsville Strings, Nu Creation, ], Entry No. 5, and other various artists around the ] area. Lester still does gigs with Trump Dawgs and DL Sully when he's not on the road.{{citation needed|date=February 2024}}
⚫ == Home Life ==
Lester married Lisa Byler in May 2002. When he’s not on the road, he spends time with his wife Lisa and his son, Jordan, which happens to be his biggest fan. He still makes time to help others with recording projects, advice, drum lessons and is sometimes available to play drums for a Sunday morning worship service.<ref></ref>


== Pillar == == Pillar ==
In 2002, Lester auditioned and began playing for a rock band called ]. He was replacing ] that left earlier that year. He has traveled all over the ] with ] and visited several other countries. Lester has appeared on three Pillar albums ], ] and ]. He is also credited on the bonus edition of the album ] in 2003 although he did not play drums. While the band was touring in support of The Reckoning, Lester began singing on the song "Tragedy" featured on the the album and also begin singing on other songs as well. In 2008, Lester decided to leave Pillar in persuit of other interests; his departure also affected Bass player Michael Wittig to leave as well. In 2002, Lester auditioned and began playing for ]. He was replacing Brad Noone who had left earlier that year. He has traveled all over the US with ] and visited several other countries. Lester has appeared on four Pillar albums: the re-release of ], ], ] and ]. While the band was touring in support of The Reckoning, Lester began singing on the song "Tragedy" featured on the album and also began singing on other songs as well. In 2008, Lester decided to leave Pillar in pursuit of other interests including his work with his new band, "Stars Go Dim." Pillar's bassist, Michael Wittig, and Pillar's former backup touring guitarist, Joey Avalos, were also a part of the band; his departure affected Michael Wittig, who also left Pillar.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=October 8, 2012 |title=Dim bulbs brighten |url=https://tulsaworld.com/scene/article.aspx?subjectid=269&articleid=20091102_270_D1_ChrisC117704 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121008120049/https://tulsaworld.com/scene/article.aspx?subjectid=269&articleid=20091102_270_D1_ChrisC117704 |archive-date=October 8, 2012 |access-date=August 29, 2022 |website=Tulsa World}}</ref>


== Gear == == Stars Go Dim ==
Lester formed ] in 2007 with fellow Pillar Members Michael Wittig and Joey Avalos. Chris Cleveland is the group's lead Singer. Stars Go Dim is less metal based, unlike Pillar, and is more indie. Stars Go Dim released a self-titled EP in October 2008 and plan to release their debut record, Love Gone Mad, in August 2009.
All Drums are Risen Drums
Now composed of Chris Cleveland, Michael Cleveland, Kyle Williams and Josh Roach, the band recently signed to Fervent Records (Word Entertainment). Stars Go Dim announced their major label released, self-titled debut in October 2015. Their first single is "You Are Loved".<ref name=":0" />
Kits
Kit 1.
Maple
Silver sparkle with chrome hardware
7x8 8x10 rack toms, 11x13 12x14 floor toms, 16x18 20x20 kicks


==Kelly Clarkson==
Kit 2.
While trading gear with a friend, Estelle found out about the audition to be ]'s drummer. Lester was chosen to go on the road with Kelly and he toured with her in the summer of 2013. He has been playing with Clarkson since then, and he also plays in her house band on '']''.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://advertisernews.biz/entertainment/local-man-works-drummer-singer-kelly-clarkson.html |title=Local man works as drummer for singer Kelly Clarkson &#124; the Advertiser News |access-date=June 5, 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304073957/http://advertisernews.biz/entertainment/local-man-works-drummer-singer-kelly-clarkson.html |archive-date=March 4, 2016 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
Maple
Black w/red and orange strips with wood hoops and chrome hardware
7x10 9x12 rack toms 11x14 13x16 floor toms, 22x22 kick


== Personal life ==
Kit 3.
Lester married Lisa Byler in May, 2002. He has two daughters. He helps others with recording projects, advice, and drum lessons. Lester sometimes plays drums for Sunday morning worship services.<ref>{{cite web |title=Lester Drums Dot Com |url=http://www.lesterdrums.com/site_pages/bio.php |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20080324175745/http://www.lesterdrums.com/site_pages/bio.php |archivedate=March 24, 2008 |accessdate=October 13, 2011 |publisher=Lesterdrums.com}}</ref>
Birch
Black satin with chrome lugs and black hoops
6.5x8 7x10 7.5x12 rack toms 12x14 13x16 floor toms, 18x22 kick
Snares
Risen and Kansas City Drum Company
Various sizes and models

Cymbals
Sabian- Various sizes and models

Hardware
DW 9000 stands
DW 9000 and 5000 single pedals

Drumheads
Evans- G2 coated on toms, Powercenters on snare, Emad on kick drums

Sticks
Regal Tip- 9a wood tip, 8a wood tip and brushes

Microphones
Audix- D2 and D4 on toms, D1 on snares and D6 on kicks

Electronics
Roland- TD-10, SPDS, VS-1824<ref></ref>


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Lester Estelle II
Estelle in 2004Estelle in 2004
Background information
Also known asLester
Born (1981-04-28) April 28, 1981 (age 43)
OriginKansas City, Missouri, U.S.
OccupationDrummer
Years active2002–present
Websitelesterdrums.com
Musical artist

Lester Estelle II (born April 28, 1981) is an American drummer and backing vocalist for the Christian rock band Pillar, based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He currently plays drums for singer-songwriter Kelly Clarkson and Jacob Whitesides. He was formerly a member of Stars Go Dim.

Early life

Lester Estelle began to play drums at church with his father, and then began traveling in the eighth grade with the singer Troy Covey and band Seven. He started home schooling and traveling full-time during his second year.

He's played drums for several different bands such as: The Edwardsville Strings, Nu Creation, Lynda Randle, Entry No. 5, and other various artists around the Kansas City area. Lester still does gigs with Trump Dawgs and DL Sully when he's not on the road.

Pillar

In 2002, Lester auditioned and began playing for Pillar. He was replacing Brad Noone who had left earlier that year. He has traveled all over the US with Pillar and visited several other countries. Lester has appeared on four Pillar albums: the re-release of Fireproof, Where Do We Go From Here, The Reckoning and For the Love of the Game. While the band was touring in support of The Reckoning, Lester began singing on the song "Tragedy" featured on the album and also began singing on other songs as well. In 2008, Lester decided to leave Pillar in pursuit of other interests including his work with his new band, "Stars Go Dim." Pillar's bassist, Michael Wittig, and Pillar's former backup touring guitarist, Joey Avalos, were also a part of the band; his departure affected Michael Wittig, who also left Pillar.

Stars Go Dim

Lester formed Stars Go Dim in 2007 with fellow Pillar Members Michael Wittig and Joey Avalos. Chris Cleveland is the group's lead Singer. Stars Go Dim is less metal based, unlike Pillar, and is more indie. Stars Go Dim released a self-titled EP in October 2008 and plan to release their debut record, Love Gone Mad, in August 2009. Now composed of Chris Cleveland, Michael Cleveland, Kyle Williams and Josh Roach, the band recently signed to Fervent Records (Word Entertainment). Stars Go Dim announced their major label released, self-titled debut in October 2015. Their first single is "You Are Loved".

Kelly Clarkson

While trading gear with a friend, Estelle found out about the audition to be Kelly Clarkson's drummer. Lester was chosen to go on the road with Kelly and he toured with her in the summer of 2013. He has been playing with Clarkson since then, and he also plays in her house band on The Kelly Clarkson Show.

Personal life

Lester married Lisa Byler in May, 2002. He has two daughters. He helps others with recording projects, advice, and drum lessons. Lester sometimes plays drums for Sunday morning worship services.

References

  1. rognrolla (January 6, 2021). "Lester Estelle Jr joins the Wincent family". Drumming News Network. Retrieved January 20, 2024.
  2. "Gears + Equipment Used By Lester Estelle II – Gemtracks". Gemtracks.com. Retrieved August 29, 2022.
  3. ^ "Dim bulbs brighten". Tulsa World. October 8, 2012. Archived from the original on October 8, 2012. Retrieved August 29, 2022.
  4. "Local man works as drummer for singer Kelly Clarkson | the Advertiser News". Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved June 5, 2015.
  5. "Lester Drums Dot Com". Lesterdrums.com. Archived from the original on March 24, 2008. Retrieved October 13, 2011.

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