Donny Hales, is best known as Donny Paycheck, drummer in Seattle diesel-core veterans Zeke. When asked about three people who have influenced him in what he does, he answers:

"John Bonham, because he hits so hard and heavy. Bun E. Carlos, because he so simple but tasteful. Bill Ward because he's the most interesting. And and I'll have to say Vadge Moore runs a close 4th."