I’m a fun and friendly guy with a multi-faceted personality that evens out nicely, somehow. I have a sensitive, creative side but I am also a professional and a straight shooter when it comes to taking care of business. I believe in working hard for the things I want, and now I am lucky enough to enjoy what I do. 

I am a hobbyist musician and spend some of my free time writing / producing music in my home studio. I also like to travel, stay active, cook, binge-watch TV shows and watch live music.

IG: meet.vin

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

- I am looking to meet new people and hopefully make new friends.
- I would like to break out of my shell (I can be introverted at times) and hosting someone is a great way to do that.
- I have space in my home that I am happy to offer to those are looking for a place to stay.
- I am a good host
- I want to discover Portland and am looking for friends to go out and do that with.

Interests

- Live music
- Travel
- Good food & drink
- Road trips

Music, Movies, and Books

I listen to all kinds of music, but the kind of music that I like most has to be progressive rock or something that is similar (there are so many sub-genres of progressive music). Pink Floyd, Porcupine Tree, Steven Wilson, Yes, Katatonia, No-Man, David Gilmour, Riverside are examples of music from this genre. Other artists / composers I listen to: Mogwai, Helios, Caspian, Jose Gonzales, Bon Iver, The Album Leaf, Andrew Bird, Daft Punk, Ennio Morricone, Genesis... . I also love the 80's and some 90's.

My favorite TV show's have to be Dexter, Sherlock (BBC), The Office (both the US and UK versions), Little Britain, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, The Daily Show with John Stewart, Justified.

My favorite move in the recent past is The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. I think it's uplifting and has some beautiful scenery. I have also enjoyed other cult classics like The Big Lebowski, Pulp Fiction, Fargo and The Godfather.

I wish I read more literature, but there are only so many hours in a day and I my work, music hobby and other activities keep me quite engaged.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I completed producing and releasing my first music album a few years ago. This was a labor of love and one that I am quite proud of!

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you how to play the drums, explore the area with you, share my life experiences and learn about yours and cook you a meal (or few).

What I Can Share with Hosts

My hospitality, good conversation, food

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, India, Netherlands, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

India, United States