Tommy's late father Panagiotis (Peter) owned the landmark eatery "Sugar Bowl" at his alma mater by Brooklyn College.
Tommy Bayiokos admired and was influenced by drummer Buddy Rich.
Tommy Bayiokos has studied for years with educator, author and drum master Kim Plainfield at The Drummer's Collective NYC School Of Music.
Tommy Bayiokos has been inducted into the martial arts "Hall Of Honors" and later awarded "Ambassador Of Goodwill"... - the event is known as the academy awards of martial arts.