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| 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 album and also begin 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" which Pillar's bassist, Michael Wittig and Pillar's former backup touring guitarist, Joey Avalos, were also part of; his departure affected Michael Wittig who also left 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 album and also begin 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" which Pillar's bassist, Michael Wittig and Pillar's former backup touring guitarist, Joey Avalos, were also part of; his departure affected Michael Wittig who also left Pillar. | ||
| == Stars Go Dim == | == Stars Go Dim == | ||
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Lester Estelle, Jr. or Lester Estelle II is the former drummer and backing vocalist for the Tulsa-based Christian rock band, Pillar.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pillar
In 2002, Lester auditioned and began playing for a rock band called Pillar. He was replacing Brad Noone that left earlier that year. He has traveled all over the U.S. with Pillar and visited several other countries. Lester has appeared on three Pillar albums Where Do We Go From Here, The Reckoning and For the Love of the Game. He is also credited on the bonus edition of the album Fireproof 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 album and also begin 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" which Pillar's bassist, Michael Wittig and Pillar's former backup touring guitarist, Joey Avalos, were also part of; 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 groups 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 Augest 2009.
Gear
All Drums are Risen Drums Kits
Kit 1. Maple Silver sparkle with chrome hardware 7x8 8x10 rack toms, 11x13 12x14 floor toms, 16x18 20x20 kicks
Kit 2. Maple Black w/red and orange strips with wood hoops and chrome hardware 7x10 9x12 rack toms 11x14 13x16 floor toms, 22x22 kick
Kit 3. 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
References
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