Jimmythegreek (one word) Varelas usually sets up his menagerie next to the drums right near the bass amp. He employs a wide variety of implements in his quest to enhance the groove of the music. His ability to lock in with the bass and drums adds focus and drive to the band. Some of the Greek's tools are manufactured for this purpose, some just exist in nature. He has a keen sense of where space belongs in music, and has a knack for not only knowing what to play, but what not to play. The Greek has been in the band since the 80's and his unique brand of humor and sense of fun contribute mightily to the Jim Small Band experience. He is immediately recognizable because the knuckles on both his hands will be wrapped with adhesive tape.