Tulsa was born on Dec 9, 1974 in Harare, Zimbabwe. His parents immigrated to South Africa while he was still an infant where he grew up and attended school. Having been born into an artistic family he was surrounded by music from a very early age and played his first club gig professionally when he was 14.

In 1988 he joined the Park Town Boys High School Cadet band as a side drummer where he received his first formal musical training with renowned world champion drummer Jeff Owen. This foundation was a cornerstone in Tulsa's musical career. A year later he moved to the National School of The Arts where he majored in orchestral percussion with piano as his second instrument. In 1992 he graduated with a distinction in percussion and went on to join the South African Army senior staff band as a drummer and percussionist where he was eventually promoted to the position of section leader

In January 2000 Tulsa joined the band Watershed, Recording two full albums and touring both locally and abroad. During this time Tulsa was awarded 2 gold and 1 platinum sales awards from EMI South Africa.

Tulsa has performed with international artists such as Kim Leanne and has performed alongside artists such as The Cranberries, David Grey, Evanescence, 3 Doors Down, Stained and Hooberstank, Snow Patrol and Oasis.

In February 2007, Tulsa Joined EVOLVER who continue to promote, record and tour.

In August of 2008, Tulsa released a debut solo album titled "All You Have".