[1] As a drummer, Etoroma has been compared to the likes of Brian Blade, Roy Hanes and Tony Williams, while taking modern influences from drummers and producers such as Chris Dave, ?uestlove and Steve Jordan[2] Efa has served as the drummer for various acts including, Moonchild, Sneakout, Common Souls, Sensae and Zephyr Avalon [3] He is based in Los Angeles, California, where he has served on faculty at various higher education institutions and has released several albums that blend jazz music with hip hop and rhythm and blues influences.
[7] At Cal Arts Etoroma grew in his playing abilities and expanded knowledge through extensive study of hand percussion, arranging, composition, and electronic music.
Exploring other various musical influences, Etoroma created a number of groups, such as Ruckus, which was a mix of hip-hop, jazz, and funk.
[5] In 2012 Etoroma moved to California to pursue his master's degree under the tutelage of Joseph LaBarbera, who is most known for performing and recording with Jazz legend Bill Evans as part of his trio.
Efa has served on faculty at California State University Dominguez Hills, and Musician's Institute, teaching Drum Set, production and Abelton courses.