Tommy’s accomplishments include producing over a dozen independent record releases, including his own 1997 release “Third Stream” which showcases his composition and guitar work by combining world music and rock styles, and his newest release “Message from the Tiki Man”, which Tommy describes as “a journey of musical experimentation beyond the stale realms of today’s narrowly categorized music”.

Tommy’s guitar work alone has singled him out for praise and special notice.  He has performed with the likes of Johnny Cash and Glen Campbell.  Impressed by Tommy’s ability to combine reggae and other world music styles, Jamaican reggae legend Earl “Chinna” Smith invited Tommy to visit his home island and meet other reggae greats who were equally impressed with Tommy’s abilities.  This visit resulted in recordings which Tommy plans to release sometime in the future. 

While attending the Musician’s Institute in Hollywood, CA, Tommy was nominated for Guitar Player of the Year.  He has been honored in both 2002 and 2004 as one of the winners of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest.

Tommy attended the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, Mass. where he studied guitar, composition, and music education.

While in Boston, Tommy started Rhythm Music Magazine with his business partner, musician Kyle Russell.  Tommy and Kyle went on to found OSBC Entertainment – a full-service booking agency for artists in the Boston area, and 7 Mystic Studios – a recording facility featuring the best of vintage analog gear for musicians craving the “warm” sounds lost to the digital age.

Currently, Tommy is the publisher of World Rhythm magazine which is devoted to global music and culture.  He is also the owner of the Osuna School of Music, a school for kids from age 2 to 102.  As a teacher, Tommy’s specialty is teaching improvisation and composition.  At a recent recital, children as young as 5 years old performed their original compositions complete with lyrics!  Tommy uses music as a medium for teaching lessons about life, a la The Karate Kid.  Parents of teens are especially appreciative of Tommy’s ability to provide a good role model for their children.

While rejecting the conformities of mainstream corporate music, Tommy has been succeeding—guided by his own inner compass toward a unique personal vision.

What is Tommy’s vision? 

As an artist: to create musical art which communicates the full spectrum of human passions. 

As a producer: to help others become all-around better artists. 

As a publisher: to connect with music of all cultures and publicize that diversity to a wider audience.

As a teacher: to make people more well-rounded and fulfilled human beings through making intimate connections with music. 

Tommy continues to compose, record, and produce.  While Tommy does not prefer the touring lifestyle, he does enjoy performing live at select nightclubs and festivals in Southern and Central California.