Working Drummer

By Working Drummer

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Episodes: 467

Wow Jeff
 Mar 8, 2020
This podcast is titled appropriately. Unless you are a professional (or aspiring pro) drummer, the techiques and topics herein might not be relevant or interesting to you. But it is the consummate podcast for the consummate drummer.

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With over 450 episodes and counting, Working Drummer Podcast is the source for those interested in what it’s like to be a professional drummer. Hosted by Matthew Crouse and Zack Albetta, Working Drummer covers it all with a dynamic range of pro drummers who represent many different genres and scenes. Each weekly interview features a different performer, sometimes with a less recognizable name, but always with an impressive and distinct body of work. This unique approach has garnered a loyal audience hungry for unfiltered stories about making a living as a musician today.

Episode Date
467 - Ty Bailie: B3 Organ and All Things Keys from Seattle to LA to Nashville, Buying Into an Artist's Vision, Being Musically Agnostic
May 02, 2024
466 - Finch: FDS Drum Services, Managing your Time as a Self Employed Person, Learning New Skills
Apr 25, 2024
465 - Steve Picataggio: Straddling the Worlds of Jazz and Musical Theatre in NYC,
Apr 18, 2024
464 - Yamil Conga: Playing with Artist Frank Ray, Diversifying your Portfolio, The Origin of the Conga in American music
Apr 11, 2024
463 - Tom Jorgensen: Playing on the "Beetlejuice" Tour, Studying with Michael Carvin, A Sound-Oriented Approach
Apr 04, 2024
462 - Matt Muckle: Drumming for Kingdom Come, Shedding Negative Energy from your Life, Finding Your Own Voice
Mar 28, 2024
461 - The Hampden Brothers, Iajhi and Brevan: Their Parents' Musical Legacy, Playing in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill "Triangle," Iajhi's LA Chapter, Brevan's Neurodivergent Journey
Mar 21, 2024
460 - Miles Stone: Drumming for Cody Johnson, Balancing Life at Home and on the Road, Getting the Big Gig
Mar 14, 2024
459 - Obed Calvaire: Playing with Wynton Marsalis & The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, Commemorating Max Roach, Expressing His Hatian Heritage on His New Record
Mar 07, 2024
458 - Richard Martinez: The Wilson/Spivack Method, Adapting to the Ever Changing L.A. Scene
Feb 29, 2024
457 - Dave Elitch: His New Course (Not Just for Drummers), Avoiding Compartmentalization, Good vs. Better (Not Right vs. Wrong)
Feb 22, 2024
456 - Emmanuel “E-MAN” Cervantes: Inspiring the Next Generation, Drumming for Andy Grammer, Creating a Loop Library
Feb 15, 2024
455 - Rob Perkins: From Touring Drummer to Music Contractor, The Best Ways to Say Yes and No, Studying with Ndugu Chancler, "You're In the People Business"
Feb 08, 2024
454 - Matt Iceman: Working with David Nail, Home Recording Techniques, Expanding Your Skillset
Feb 01, 2024
453 - Davide DiRenzo: Working with Larry Klein, Staying Open When Collaborating, The Conundrum of In-Ears
Jan 25, 2024
452 - Brian Doherty: Drumming For They Might Be Giants, Pre-Social Media “Networking”, Cymbal Hacks for the Studio
Jan 18, 2024
451 - Ulysses Owens Jr.: His New Jazz Drumming Course on Drumeo, Jazz Representation on Social Media
Jan 09, 2024
450 - Dan Shinder: Drum Talk TV, The Challenges of Content Creating, Upcoming “Brilliance” Platform
Jan 04, 2024
449 - Davide DiRenzo: What "Presence" Really Means, Opting Out of Social Media, Reconnecting with Toronto,
Dec 21, 2023
448 - Ra Kalam Bob Moses: Getting Beyond Your Tendencies and Patterns, His Documentary, Reconciling His Own Legacy
Dec 14, 2023
447 - Terence Clark: Playing with Keith Urban, His New Improvised Duets Project, Staying Rooted in Memphis
Dec 07, 2023
446 - Caleb Crosby: Tyler Bryant and the Shakedown, Capturing the Moment in the Studio, Building a Record Label
Nov 30, 2023
445 - Adam Deitch: His New Quartet Record, His 20-year Connection with John Scofield, Lettuce's New Live Approach, The Denver Scene
Nov 16, 2023
444 - Brandon Green: Drum Mechanics, Combining Fitness and Drumming, Exercises that Specifically Benefits Drumming
Nov 09, 2023
443 - Pepe Jimenez: Coming to Vegas from Puerto Rico, Playing with Lady Gaga and The Raiders Band
Nov 02, 2023
442 - Paul Eckberg: Skills to Being a Great Sideman, Realities of the Music Business, Faith Guiding Life Decisions
Oct 26, 2023
441 - Mark Pardy: From England to New York to Vegas, Touring with "Moulin Rouge," Making Gigs You're Right For Come To You
Oct 19, 2023
440 - Martin Lynds: Drumming with Chuck Mead, The Hidden Beauty of Traditional Country Drumming, Exploring Styles Outside Your Comfort Zone
Oct 12, 2023
439 - Danny Banks: Playing with Nicole Atkins, Being Part of Howard Grimes' Legacy, Being a Memphis Drummer by Choice
Oct 05, 2023
438 - Brian Tichy: Touring with the Dead Daisies, Great Playing Over Good Networking, Adapting to the Gig
Sep 28, 2023
437 - Allison Miller: DC Roots, Connecting Her Drumming to Dance, Playing with Dr. Lonnie Smith, Her New Album
Sep 21, 2023
436 - David Garibaldi: Creating Art, Being Yourself, The Early Days of Recording with Tower of Power, His Latest Book: DG’s Notebook
Sep 14, 2023
435 - Couples Counseling: Partners' Perspectives on Doing Life with a Drummer
Sep 07, 2023
434 - Danny Douchette: Managing Forks Drum Closet, The Underground Nature of Metal, Local Events that Connect Musicians
Aug 31, 2023
433 - Mike Dillon: His "Punkadelick" Trio, Rooting the Avant Garde in the Traditional, Making Creativity More Intentional
Aug 24, 2023
432 - Jon "Ginger" Hamilton: Drumming for Sam Smith, Preparing for the Gig You Want, Touring in the 21st Century
Aug 17, 2023
431 - Tina Raymond: Her New Record, Running a College Jazz Program, Setting Boundaries
Aug 10, 2023
430 - Chris DiGirolamo: Two of the Show Media, Diverse Opportunities in the Industry, Responsibilities of a Publicist
Aug 03, 2023
429 - Lucy Ritter: Touring with "Jagged Little Pill," Moving to LA, Followers vs. Relationships on IG
Jul 27, 2023
428 - Jody Stephens: Drumming for Big Star, Those Pretty Wrongs, Ardent Studios and it's Rich History
Jul 20, 2023
427 - Petar Janjic: Hitting His Stride in Nashville with Cory Wong, Uncle Bronco, and More
Jul 13, 2023
426 - Dr. Charlie Kautz and Dr. Shayan Ghaffari: The Fine Tune Clinic, Parallels Between Athletes and Musicians, Using Education to Solve Physical Issues
Jul 06, 2023
425 - Mike Malone: Gigging Around Northeast Wisconsin, His Youtube Channel, The Virtues of Smaller Markets
Jun 29, 2023
424 - John "JR" Robinson: The Down Beat is WORD, SRT: Vanguards Of Groove, Recording #1 Hits
Jun 22, 2023
423 - Joe Farnsworth: "Just Play Time"
Jun 15, 2023
422 - Mark Poiesz returns: His online program: The Big 3: Steps to the Big Stage, The power of curiosity, Becoming a Professional Certified Coach
Jun 08, 2023
421 - George Coleman Jr.: Musical DNA from New York, Memphis, and Cuba, "Taking Care of the Listener",
May 30, 2023
420 - Andy Hull: Relationship Building in the Session World, Drumming for Clint Black, Finding Inspiration from his Son
May 25, 2023
419 - Nasheet Waits: Playing with Christian McBride's "New Jawn," Freedom vs. Responsibility, Studying with Michael Carvin
May 18, 2023
418 - Rich Redmond Returns: New Book: Making It In Country Music: An Insider’s Guide To The Industry, Mitigating Regret, Its All Relationships
May 11, 2023
417 - John Mader: Multiple Productions of "Hamilton", Playing with Carl Verheyen, "The Sum of All Nuances."
May 04, 2023
416 - Bruce Becker: Choreographing Your Movements, New book: The Ultimate Guide to Syncopation, Teaching David Garibaldi
Apr 27, 2023
415 - Cindy Blackman Santana: The Vegas Residency, Being In a Band with Your Spouse, The Universality of Tony Williams,
Apr 15, 2023
414 - Daru Jones: The Power to Inspire, Navigating the Scene as an Introvert, New PDP Signature Kit
Apr 13, 2023
413 - Craig MacIntyre Pt. 2: Reading vs. Listening, The Portland Scene, Your Non-Geographic Community
Apr 06, 2023
412 - Kyle May: Home Studio Guru, Creating Helpful and Educational Content, Recording and Producing in Nashville
Mar 30, 2023
411 - Craig McIntyre Pt. 1: Playing With Goo Goo Dolls, The Melting Pot of Josh Groban's Band, The LA Cache
Mar 23, 2023
410 - Bobby Sanabria: His MULTIVERSE Big Band, Inspiring the Next Generation, New Record - VOX HUMANA
Mar 16, 2023
409 - Joe LaBarbera: His Time with Bill Evans, Playing with Tony Bennett, Leaving a Lasting Legacy at Cal Arts
Mar 09, 2023
408 - Brady Blade: Growing up in a Musical Family, Preparing to Tour, Staying Productive
Mar 02, 2023
407 - Mike Musburger: A Lifetime on the Seattle Scene, Around The World with a Billionaire, Rededicating Himself to Drumming in his 50s
Feb 23, 2023
406 - Chris Marquart: Touring with multi-platinum country superstar Cole Swindel, Benefits of Transcribing, Staying Healthy on the Road
Feb 16, 2023
405 - Victor Indrizzo: “Everything is a drum”
Feb 09, 2023
404 - Dan Ainspan: Hosting the Nashville Drummers Podcast w/Nathan Sletner, Working at Pearl Drums, Studying with Blake Fleming
Feb 02, 2023
403 - Jay Bellerose: Playing with Robert Plant & Allison Krauss, Finding Homes for His Approach, Treating Instrumental Muisc Like Songs
Jan 26, 2023
402 - Jamie Wollam: Drumming for Tears for Fears, L.A. to Canada and Getting Sober, Dialing Sounds with A&F Drums
Jan 19, 2023
401 - Matt Starr: Playing with Sarah McLachlan, Activity vs. Direction, Community within Community
Jan 12, 2023
400 - Your Drumming Journey and Ours
Jan 05, 2023
399 - Jerry Gaskill: Kings X new album - Three Sides of One, Inspired by Bonham, Surviving Two Heart Attacks
Dec 22, 2022
398 - Tim Carman: Touring & Recording with GA-20, His Shuffle Love Affair, "Haynes-isms"
Dec 15, 2022
397 - Kris Mazzarisi: Owner of Big Fat Snare Drum, Touring in the band Winnetka Bowling League, Experience in Teching and Managing
Dec 08, 2022
396 - Mona Tavakoli: Playing with Jason Mraz, Centralizing the Cajon in Her Setup and Voice, Inspiring the Next Generation of Girls
Dec 01, 2022
395 - John Dittrich: Singing and Drumming for Restless Heart, Working in Nashville in the 1990’s, Retirement
Nov 17, 2022
394 - Pat Petrillo: His New Record, Instrument Selection in the Studio, Networking vs. Relationships, Product Design
Nov 10, 2022
393 - Shawn Pelton: Drumming on SNL, Shawn’s Physical Presence Behind the Kit, Attitude Over Chops
Nov 03, 2022
392 - Willy Rodriguez: Playing On the New Mars Volta Record, His Puerto Rican Roots, Becoming an American Drummer
Oct 27, 2022
391 - Gary Husband: New Record - The Trackers: Vaudeville 8:45, The Early Days with Allan Holdsworth, Videocast Lessons
Oct 20, 2022
390 - Clint de Ganon: Playing with Paul Shaffer, The Changing World of Broadway, "A Groove is an Agreement"
Oct 13, 2022
389 - John Geiger: Multi-Decade Career in the Music Product Industry, Drumming with the Scotty Mac Band, The Business of Endorsements
Oct 06, 2022
388 - Chris Parker: Decades on the New York Scene, Playing with Dylan, Stuff, and G.E. Smith, Performing on SNL
Sep 29, 2022
387 - Steven Wolf: Creating Emotional Reactions in Programming, Connection Between Mind and Body, Advice for the Young Player
Sep 22, 2022
386 - Billy Drummond: Playing with Sonny Rollins and Horace Silver, His New Record, "Me Being Me for Right Now"
Sep 15, 2022
385 - Dez Davis: Drumming for Hunter Hayes & Mickey Guyton, Promoting His Brand “BlackDrumHippie”, Using Faith as a Guide
Sep 08, 2022
384 - Larry Florman: Fronting Them Vibes, Collaborating with Maggie Rose, Traditional Percussion vs. Pop Percussion
Sep 01, 2022
383 - Nick Raskulinecz: Producing Rush, Foo Fighters and Others, Loving Drums and Producing Drummers, Reflections on Taylor Hawkins
Aug 25, 2022
382 - Tommy Crane: His New Solo Album, His Journey from New York to Montreal, from Jazz to Ambient, and from Acoustic to Electronic
Aug 18, 2022
381 - Adam Box: Recording and Touring with Brothers Osborne, His Home Studio: Gilded Palace, Experiencing the Grammys
Aug 11, 2022
380 - Will Kennedy: His Yellowjackets Legacy, His Educational Mission, His Bay Area Roots
Aug 04, 2022
379 - Ryan Brown: Drumming for Dweezil Zappa, Living and Working in Los Angeles, Channelling Zappa's Drummers
Jul 28, 2022
378 - Brandon Draper: Touring with Drum Safari, A Wholistic Approach to College Music, An Evolving Role on the KC Scene
Jul 21, 2022
377 - Mason Ingram: His Duo Slowave, Managing Technology to be Inspiring, Drumming on Broadway Shows in NYC
Jul 14, 2022
376 - Kris Myers: 20 Years with Umphrey's McGee, Coming Up in Chicago, Finding Where You Belong, Musically and Personally
Jul 07, 2022
375 - Aaron Apter: Being the Best Version of Yourself, Load vs Capacity, PR3 Performance
Jun 30, 2022
374 - Joy Lapps: Exploring History, Community, and Expression Through the Steel Pan
Jun 23, 2022
373 - Hubert Payne: Curiosity Over Judgement, Life and Performance Coaching in “The Space”, Touring with Little Big Town
Jun 16, 2022
372 - Erik Aylesworth: Playing with Jet Black Roses, Recording at Ronnie's Place in Nashville, Thinking like a Producer
Jun 09, 2022
371 - Jerry Pentecost: Drumming for Old Crow Medicine Show, Dealing with Systemic Racism, Traditional Country Drumming and Serving the Song
Jun 02, 2022
370 - Eric Slick: Playing with Dr. Dog and Waxahatchee, Building Songs Around Drum Sounds
May 26, 2022
369 - Al Murray: The British Drum Company, His 2nd WW podcast: We Have Ways of Making You Talk
May 19, 2022
368 - Danny Paschall: From Metal to Mainstream to Experimental, Playing with Col. Bruce Hampton and Brent Hinds
May 12, 2022
367 - Jim Brock: Developing Your Own Voice with Percussion, Recording in the Pre-Digital Era
May 05, 2022
366 - Brian Steever: Finding and Exploring His Unique Voice in Kansas City, Letting Sounds and Ideas Guide The Way
Apr 28, 2022
365 - Shannon Forrest: Performing With Spirit and Intent, The Confidence of Jeff Porcaro, Staying in Contact With Your Muse
Apr 21, 2022
364 - Corey Fonville: The "SuperBlue" Project with Kurt Elling & Charlie Hunter, Playing with Butcher Brown, Evolving Through Self-Acceptance
Apr 14, 2022
363 - Nate Felty: Being Yourself on the Session or Gig, Seeking Out New Music and Experiences, Teaching and Learning
Apr 07, 2022
362 - Jordan Perlson: An East Coaster Finding His Way in Nashville, Being Intentional About Saying Yes or No,"Async" Drum Coaching
Mar 31, 2022
361 - Michael Bland: The Demands of Working for Prince, The Power of Mentorship, Drumming for Soul Asylum
Mar 24, 2022
360 - Quinton "Q" Robinson: Touring with "Ain't Too Proud," Making a Career Transition into Musical Theatre, A Different Kind of Musical Fulfillment
Mar 17, 2022
359 - Clifford Koufman: Studying Drumming in West Africa, Completing the Cycle of Music Through Sharing, "Clif Chats" Interview Series
Mar 10, 2022
358 - Blair Sinta: The "Three Jobs in One" Endeavor of Recording Yourself, His Courses and Podcast, Bringing Your True Self to a New Gig
Mar 03, 2022
357 - Noah Levy: Working with Brian Setzer, Building and Growing His Home Studio, The Power of 2 and 4
Feb 24, 2022
356 - Matt & Zack: Our Relationship with the Click, Our Interview Style, What's Coming up for WDP and The Drum Click
Feb 17, 2022
355 - Rob Rufus: Drummer, Published Author, Cancer Survivor and Advocate, The “Band Drummer” vs the “Working Drummer”
Feb 10, 2022
354 - George Fludas: A Lifetime of Chicago Jazz, Playing in The Ray Brown Trio, The Alchemy of Sound and Feel from Bonham to Blakey
Feb 03, 2022
353 - Simon Phillips: Protocol 5, Signature Drum Sound and Tone, Composer, Engineer, Producer
Jan 27, 2022
352 - Ash Soan: Learning How to Track and Mix Simultaneously, Letting Who You Are Determine How You Sound
Jan 20, 2022
351 - Kenny Aronoff: Eight Steps to a Healthy Life, Early days with John Mellencamp, Staying Focused on 1 or 2 Things Until Perfected
Jan 13, 2022
350 - Brandon Bush: Drumming with Dark Water, MD'ing Musicals, "Make it Great...You Will Win"
Jan 06, 2022
349 - Nick Buda: Nashville Session Powerhouse, Returning Guest After 7 Years, Bringing the Best Out of Every Song
Dec 24, 2021
348 - Dave Elitch: New Additions to His Online Course, Incorporating Alexander Technique, "Making Your Body Disappear"
Dec 16, 2021
347 - Joe Gilder: Home Studio Corner, Get It Right At The Source, Advice When Recording Drums
Dec 09, 2021
346 - Frank Zummo: Going Solo in the EDM World, His Physical Regimen, The Lasting Influence of Dom Famularo
Dec 02, 2021
345 - Tommy Harden: Nashville Studio Great, Drumming for Legendary Country Band Alabama, Playing for the Song
Nov 18, 2021
344 - Mike Jackson: Multi-talented Musician, Composer and Overall Creative, Understanding the Technical Side of Creating Music
Nov 11, 2021
343 - Megan Coleman: Drumming for Grammy-Nominated UK Artist Yola, Gigging as a DJ, Detroit to Jordan to Nashville
Nov 04, 2021
342 - Chad Melchert: 5 x CCMA (Canadian Country Music Association) Drummer Of The Year, Abbigail Road Studio, Supporting Canadian artists 
Oct 28, 2021
341 - Jake Sommers: Drumming for Country Artist Luke Combs, The Value of Charting Skills, Studying with Dom Famularo
Oct 21, 2021
340 - Shawn Zorn: Memphis Over Nashville, Playing with Mike Doughty and Other Songwriters
Oct 14, 2021
339 - Dave Moraata: Drumming for Saving Abel, Finding His Own Voice in a Town Like Nashville, Learning from Podcasts!
Oct 07, 2021
338 - Sam Merrick: Resuming the "Hamilton" Tour, Building Cred in Multiple Cities, The Team Effort of a Sample Pack
Sep 30, 2021
337 - Chuck Palmer: Applying Drumming Expertise to Produce, Write, Arrange, Conduct and Create, Collaborating with Cellist Dave Eggar
Sep 23, 2021
336 - Cameron Tyler: Carving a Niche in Las Vegas On and Off the Strip
Sep 16, 2021
335 - Bobby Jarzombek: From Fates Warning to George Strait, Splitting Duties Between Metal and Country
Sep 09, 2021
334 - George Sluppick: The Memphis Vibe, The Sample Pack Business Model, Erasing Genre
Sep 02, 2021
333 - Joe McCarthy - Band Leading the New York Afro Bop Alliance Big Band, His B.A.S.I.C. Training Lesson Program, Living and Working in Miami Florida
Aug 25, 2021
332 - Stephen Chopek: Playing with John Mayer, Charlie Hunter and More; Writing, Recording, and Mixing His Own Original Songs
Aug 19, 2021
331 - Music City Drum Show: "Flash Interviews" Featuring Former and Future Guests and Many More
Aug 12, 2021
330 - Aaron Serfaty: Playing With Your "Accent," A Universal Teaching Approach, Paying Attention to What Your Drums Tell You
Aug 05, 2021
329 - Nashville's Lower Broadway Roundtable: Kelly Bamberger, Eddie Bell, Billy Freeman, Jake Gammon, John Root & Derek Smith
Jul 29, 2021
328 - Rod Elkins: Playing with Tyler Childers, Overcoming Anxiety Issues, Staying in His Small Hometown
Jul 22, 2021
327 - Blake Fleming: Quality Over Quantity, The Book of Rhythm, Speaking Honestly About the State of Music and Drumming
Jul 15, 2021
326 - Joe Bergamini: The Working Drummer's Chart Book, "Knowing the Job," Remembering His Friend Neil Peart
Jul 08, 2021
325 - Stephen Bidwell: Playing with Black Pumas, Studying with Johnny Vidacovich, "I'm Not Here to be Drummer Guy"
Jul 01, 2021
324 - Jim White: The Importance of Mentorship, Overcoming Cancer, Life Experiences that Inspires Our Drumming
Jun 24, 2021
323 – Roundtable with Nick Ruffini
Jun 17, 2021
322 – Jeff Fabb: Drumming for Black Label Society, Employable Skills Beyond Your Playing, Overcoming Physical Barriers
Jun 10, 2021
321 – Dena Tauriello: From Rock Touring to Broadway, and What They Have in Common
Jun 03, 2021
320 – Mark Stepro: Recording in the 21st Century, Working with Butch Walker, Drumming for The Wallflowers
May 27, 2021
319 – Ross Pederson: Playing with Grace Kelly and Manhattan Transfer, Designing a New Home Studio, The North Texas Pedigree
May 20, 2021
318 – Doane Perry part 2: Composing and Creating, More Jethro Tull Stories, Doane’s Sustained Passion for Music and Creating
May 13, 2021
317 – Doane Perry part 1: His Work With Jethro Tull, Bringing Your Ideas to the Session, Working with Lou Reed Early in His Career
May 06, 2021
316 – Steve from Junk Drummer TV: Making Hundreds of Drum Reaction/Analysis Videos
Apr 29, 2021
315 – Jack Bruno: Drumming for Tina Turner, Backing up Legendary Singers, Touring Over the Decades
Apr 22, 2021
314 – Brody Simpson: A Distinct Set of Sounds, Staying Focused on His Thing, “I’ve Never Gone Looking for Work”
Apr 15, 2021
313 – Sound Treatment part 3 with Anthony Grimani: Sonitus USA, A/B-ing Matt’s studio with Sound Treatment
Apr 08, 2021
312 – Max MacVeety: Music as Social Movement, Earning His Place in the Hip Hop World, Touring with Karl Denson, Running a One-Stop Shop Studio
Apr 01, 2021
311 – Dan Needham: Drumming for Michael McDonald, “Reading the Room” when Recording, Being a Chameleon in the Studio
Mar 25, 2021
310 – Joe Montague: All You Need is Drums, Recreating Ringo’s Drum Parts, That 60’s Recording Podcast
Mar 18, 2021
309 – Ben Hilzinger: Hosting the Big Fat Five Podcast, Drumming for Eve 6, Working in L.A.
Mar 11, 2021
308 – Sound Isolation with Anthony Grimani from Sonitus USA
Mar 04, 2021
307 – Josh Harmon: Drums & Comedy, TikTok for Drummers, Communicating Who You Are Through the Drums
Feb 25, 2021
306 – Room Treatment for Home Studios with Anthony Grimani – Sonitus USA
Feb 18, 2021
305 – Jay “J-Zone” Mumford: “Time is the Scariest Thing”
Feb 11, 2021
304 – Brian Czach: Finding and Creating the Work You Want, Building a Patreon page, Miles Davis Tribute: MILEStones
Feb 04, 2021
303 – Luke O’Kelley: Building an Airgigs Presence, Valuing Relationships Over Platforms, The Mind Game of Tracking
Jan 28, 2021
302 – Josh Day: The Importance of Listening, Working with Sara Bareilles and John Oates, Real and Organic Relationships in Music
Jan 21, 2021
301 – Dan Bailey: Home Rig Practicality, Building Relationships (not contacts), Demystifying the Skillset and Process of Recording Drums – It’s a Job
Jan 14, 2021
300 – Our Favorite Moments from our Least Favorite Year, Fifteen Former Guests Featured
Jan 07, 2021
299 – Dave Elitch: Helping Pros Overcome Physical/Mental Barriers, On-line Course “Getting Out of Your Own Way – Redux”
Dec 17, 2020
298 – Randy Cooke: A Self-Imposed Freeze on Live Gigs, The Influence of an Approach, The Live Gig Hustle vs. the Session Gig Hustle
Dec 10, 2020
297 – Mike Zimmerman: Drumming for Kenny Rogers, Taking Leaps of Faith, Producing from Home
Dec 03, 2020
296 – Peter Erskine: Tools for Remote Work, Enjoying Life Off the Road, Creativity Through Subtraction
Nov 19, 2020
295 – Miles McPherson: Building a Creative Sound Design Library, Early Studio Opportunities, Touring with Paramore and Kelly Clarkson
Nov 12, 2020
294 – Tony Coleman: An Encyclopedia of Blues & Soul, Playing with B.B. King and Bobby Blue Bland, Demystifying the Shuffle
Nov 05, 2020
293 – Robyn Flans: Author of “It’s About Time: Jeff Porcaro, The Man and His Music,” Her Early Days at Modern Drummer
Oct 29, 2020
292 – Andrew Atkinson: Playing with Oz Noy and Gregory Porter, Building a Foundation in Miami, Becoming an Individual in New York
Oct 22, 2020
291 – Mike Dawson: The New Modern Drummer Podcast, Continuing to Learn in all Stages of Life, Effective Use of Time
Oct 15, 2020
290 – Billy Brimblecom: Losing a Leg to Cancer, Moving from KC to Nashville and Back, Heading Up the Steps of Faith Foundation
Oct 08, 2020
289 – Jason Cooper: Balancing the “Day Gig” with a Thriving Home Studio, Cymbals that Work in the Studio, The Good & Bad of Social Media
Oct 01, 2020
288 – Adam Alesi: L.A. Gigs of All Shapes and Sizes, A Few Key Relationships, Taking Big Studio Experience into the Home Studio
Sep 24, 2020
287 – Neil LaFortune: Hosting the “Gretsch Afternoon Drum Break”, Working with Tribute Acts, Adapting to the Socioeconomic Climate of Your Scene
Sep 17, 2020
286 – Cooking Drummers: Marcus Finnie and Zack Albetta Talk Food
Sep 10, 2020
285 – Mike Hansen: Recording the New Hurricane Album, “Cross-blending” with Acoustic and Electronic Drums, Covering Ted McKenna’s Drum Parts on a Rory Gallagher Tour
Sep 03, 2020
284 – Christopher Allis: The Never-Ending Journey of Home Recording, Reassessing Our Relationship with Music, Balancing Career and Caregiving
Aug 27, 2020
283 – Danny Gottlieb: New Duo Record with Mark Egan, Drumming for Pat Metheny, Studying with Joe Morello
Aug 20, 2020
282 – Jack Jones: Making YouTube Videos with Rick Beato, Diving Into Creativity and Improv During COVID, Playing in a Hard-Working Cover Band
Aug 13, 2020
281 – Stephen Taylor: Stephen’s Drum Shed, New and Creative Ways to Teach Drums, Staying Focused on Family while Building a Career in Music
Aug 06, 2020
280 – Beth Goodfellow: Loops and Layers with Drums, Percussion, and Voice, How COVID will Effect the Lives and Livelihoods of Working Musicians
Jul 30, 2020
279 – Eric Darken: Percussionist, Composer, Performing with Jimmy Buffett, From Congas to the Garden Weasel
Jul 23, 2020
278 – Rudy Royston: An Album of Solo Drumming, Storytelling on the Drumset
Jul 16, 2020
277 – Allen Jones: Drumming for Will Hoge, “DIY Touring”, Horror Stories from the Road
Jul 09, 2020
276 – Otis Brown III: Playing with Esperanza Spalding and Joe Lovano, The New School Environment, Racial Justice in Jazz
Jul 02, 2020
275 – Peter Retzlaff: Teaching at The Collective School of Music in NYC, Exposure to Multiple Cultures Through Music, Important Mentors in His Early Years
Jun 25, 2020
274 – Repost! The Black Drummers of Nashville 2017 Encore Edition: Building Relationships Upon the Common Ground of Music, Creating a Support System
Jun 18, 2020
273 – Charlie Hunter: Master of the Hybrid Guitar, His Favorite Drummers, Valuing Uniqueness Over Versatility
Jun 11, 2020
272 – Grady Saxman: Drumming, Engineering & Producing, Techniques for Small Room Recordings, Studio Etiquette
Jun 04, 2020
271 – Fabio De Oliveira: Playing with George Ezra, Combining Pop Drumset and Brazilian Percussion, Looking for Balance After Covid
May 28, 2020
270 – James Beier: Beier Drums, Bringing Back the 15″ Snare, An Honest and Personal Approach to Business
May 21, 2020
269 – Dave Weckl: His Brand, His Favorite Bassists, His Physical Evolution
May 14, 2020
268 – Joel Stevenett: Drumming in the Pro Session Scene in Salt Lake City, Finding Common Ground when Networking, Reflections on Neil Peart
May 07, 2020
267 – Jordan Rose: Movement and Touch, Overcoming Hearing Loss, Making Your Sound Fit Anywhere
Apr 30, 2020
266 – Louis Newman: Adapting to Change, Drumming for Gretchen Wilson, Son of Famous English Rock Drummer
Apr 23, 2020
265 – Steve Hass: Finding Success in NYC then LA, Identity vs. Versatility, The Setup/Motion/Sound Connection
Apr 16, 2020
264 – Kari Paavola: Living and Drumming in Vienna, Budapest, London and Helsinki, Providing Valuable Information for Freelancers
Apr 09, 2020
263 – Quarantine Roundtable with Nick Ruffini: Resources for Musicians, Ways to Use the Downtime, Finding Your Voice
Apr 02, 2020
262 – Jimmy Paxson: Drumming for the Dixie Chicks, Stevie Nicks, Ben Harper, Lessons Learned from Veterans like Waddy Wachtel & Joe Sample
Mar 26, 2020
261 – Khari Parker: Chicago Born & Bred, Playing with George Benson and Destiny’s Child, The Importance of Playing in a Room with People
Mar 19, 2020
260: – Kip Allen: Cultivating Your Own Voice & Sound, Working with Producer Jay Joyce, Building a Strong Instagram Following, Drumming for Devin Dawson
Mar 12, 2020
259: Matt Brennan – Author of “Kick It: A Social History of the Drum Kit”
Mar 05, 2020
258 – Creighton Doane: Drummer, Mutli-instumentalist and Producer, A Drummer’s Sensibilities when Arranging and Writing
Feb 27, 2020
257 – Chris Brady: 23 Years with Aquarian Drumheads, The Legacy of Roy Burns
Feb 20, 2020
256 – Steve Brewster: Nashville Studio Great, Tapping Into the “Muse” When Recording, Applying Your Thumbprint to the Music
Feb 13, 2020
255 – Cole McSween: Touring and Recording with The Shadowboxers, Opening for Justin Timberlake, Making the Kind of Christian Music He Wants to Hear
Feb 06, 2020
254 – Neil Peart Tribute: Jason Sutter, Peter Erskine, Ed Toth, Josh Birkhimer, Scot Corey, Lee Kelley and Zack Albetta Share Stories and Thoughts About Neil
Jan 30, 2020
253 – Harold “HB” Brown: Touring with Jacob Banks, Straddling the CCM and Secular Worlds, Minimalism in Drumming and Production
Jan 23, 2020
252 – Matt Starr: Drumming for Mr. Big, Ace Frehley, Staying Relaxed and Centered when Playing, Asking Tough Questions when Coaching
Jan 16, 2020
251 – Eric Kalb: Playing with Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings and John Scofield, Merging Groove and Improv, Finding Work that Suits You
Jan 09, 2020
250 – Steve Goold: Identifying Weaknesses and Tackling It, Drumming for Owl City, Sara Bareilles, Mat Kearney, “Modern Drumming” and Using Electronics Tastefully
Jan 02, 2020
249 – Tom Knight: Touring and Recording with TLC, A Second Career in Voice Overs
Dec 19, 2019
248 – JC Clifford: Drumtacs, Pros and Cons of Social Media, Mentors Shaping a Strong Work Ethic
Dec 12, 2019
247 – Jerrod Sullivan: Playing with The 4 Korners, Studying at the Atlanta Institute of Music
Dec 05, 2019
246 – Matt Tecu: Playing “Ideas” in Sessions, Drumming in the Echo In the Canyon Documentary
Nov 28, 2019
245 – Mark Cobb: Playing with Yacht Rock Revue, Combining Clean Craft and Bombastic Showmanship
Nov 21, 2019
244 – Zack Stewart: Creating the Kind of Work You Want, Parallels Between Karate and Music/Drumming, Touring with Country Singer Jerrod Niemann
Nov 14, 2019
243 – Andres Forero: Original Drummer for Hamilton
Nov 07, 2019
242 – Personal Finance For Musicians: Financial Expert Michael Mercurio, Myths and Misconceptions of Personal Finance, Q & A from a Live Audience
Oct 31, 2019
241 – Mike Levesque: “Playing Drums Like a Songwriter,” Blues and More in Boston, “Buckabeat” Loops
Oct 24, 2019
240: Dave Stark – Defining Success in the Music Business, Working as a Clinician & Author, Parallels Between Drumming & Yoga
Oct 17, 2019
239: Pudge Tribbett – Touring with Anita Baker, Tye Tribbett & Greater Anointing, “The Philly Sound”
Oct 10, 2019
238 – Jay Tooke: Drumming and Producing, Touch and Tone, Working with The Steel Woods and Life after the Band
Oct 03, 2019
237 – Louis Newsome: A Unique Weekly Steady, “Renewing Your Mind,” Changing Grip to Change His Sound
Sep 26, 2019
236 – Jerry Marotta: Working with Peter Gabriel and the Influence on Jerry’s Approach to Music, New Record with Tony Levin & Phil Keaggy
Sep 19, 2019
235 – Jason “JT” Thomas: Playing with Snarky Puppy and FORQ, “Phrase-Based” Soloing, Memories of Roy Hargrove
Sep 12, 2019
234 – Michael Grando: Drumming for Joe Diffie, The Value of Honesty and Reliability in the Music Business, Working with a Click
Sep 05, 2019
233 – Brendan Buckley: 20 Years with Shakira, Touring with International Artists, Preparing with No Expectations
Aug 29, 2019
232 – Todd Sucherman: Drumming for Styx, The Importance of a Relaxed Grip, Applying Complex Ideas
Aug 22, 2019
231 – Larry Wilson: Constructing a Career and Creating a Life in Atlanta
Aug 15, 2019
230 – Jim Rupp: Owner of Columbus Pro Percussion, Drumming with the Woody Herman Orchestra, Teaching in the Information Age
Aug 08, 2019
229 – Robert Boone: On the Road with the Count Basie Orchestra
Aug 01, 2019
228 – Dave McAfee: Drumming for Toby Keith, Remaining Pro Through Tough Times, USO Tours
Jul 25, 2019
227 – Horacio “El Negro” Hernandez: His New Big Band Album, Revolutionary Rock Roots,
Jul 18, 2019
226 – Daniel Glass: Making Yourself More Employable Through an Understanding of History, The Importance of Teaching Fundamentals
Jul 11, 2019
225 – Johnny Radelat: Playing with Gary Clark Jr., Playing a TV Gig for a Week, The Austin Scene
Jul 04, 2019
224 – Rick Brothers: Drumming Life After Nashville, Drumming for Former Bad Company Singer Brian Howe, Lessons Learned After 15 years in a Music Business Town
Jun 27, 2019
223 – Chad Gamble: Playing with Jason Isbell, Arranging by Instinct, Believing in Talent
Jun 20, 2019
222 – Megan Jane: Drumming for Hannah Dasher and band Side Piece, Providing a Sonic Pallet for Singer/Songwriters
Jun 13, 2019
221 – Clayton Craddock: Drumming for “Ain’t Too Proud,” Constructing Your Own Safety Net
Jun 06, 2019
220 – Harry McCarthy & Jon Hull: The Business of Drum Teching, Cartage, Professional Backline
May 30, 2019
219 – Mathieu Gramoli: The Paris Scene, The Band HER, Using Technology to Make Human Choices
May 23, 2019
218 – Jarred Pope: Heavy Drumming with Tom Keifer (Cinderella), Damon Johnson (Alice Cooper, Thin Lizzy), “Thee Rock and Roll Residency” in Nashville
May 16, 2019
217 – Dame Drummer: Touring with Fantastic Negrito, Coming up in Cleveland, Opportunity & Creativity in Oakland
May 09, 2019
216 – Derek Mixon: Drumming for Chris Stapleton, Supporting the Song
May 02, 2019
215 – Damian Erskine: The Portland Scene, Playing with Uncle Peter, The “Strength of Ego” to Play Simply
Apr 25, 2019
214 – Rick Marotta: Bringing Your Personality to Music, Recording w/Steely Dan, James Taylor
Apr 18, 2019
213 – Nick Ruffini: Our Annual Roundtable
Apr 11, 2019
212 – Steve Sinatra Part 2: Working with Hunter Hayes, Source-Science-Sound, Rediscovering the Love of Music
Apr 04, 2019
211 – Steve Sinatra Part 1: Achieving Your Dreams & Still Feeling Unfulfilled, Creating Source-Science-Sound, Choosing How We React to the Good and Bad in Life
Mar 28, 2019
210 – Tarik Abouzied: Creative Projects in Post-Grunge/Post-Tech Boom Seattle, Cultivating a Global Audience Online
Mar 21, 2019
209 – Petar Janjic: Drumming for Cory Wong, Subbing for Michael Bland, Moving to the U.S. from Serbia to Study Music
Mar 14, 2019
208 – Jordan Manley: Touring with Mattiel, Making the Jump to Atlanta, Setting Big Goals, Being a “Band Guy”
Mar 07, 2019
207 – Carmine Appice: The GUITAR ZEUS Project, Mixing Technique with Power and Volume
Feb 28, 2019
206 – John Bryant: The Dallas Scene, Playing with Ray Charles, Teaching Drums and Production, Musical Partnership with Stewart Copeland
Feb 21, 2019
205 – BaldMan Percussion: Drummers Mike McKee & Danny Young, Creating The Junk Hat, Promoting with Integrity
Feb 14, 2019
204 – Sam Wisman: One Foot in Drumset, One Foot in Percussion, Both Feet in Kansas City
Feb 07, 2019
203 – Dillon Napier: Drumming for Grammy-Nominated Margo Price, Recording at Sun Studios, The Benefits of Learning Multiple Styles
Jan 31, 2019
202 – Bob Knight Part II: Building a Live Resume, What Your IG Feed Tells Employers, TV Gigs
Jan 24, 2019
201 – Drummers Fitness Round Table: Danny Elliott, Mark Poiesz, Matt Iceman, Dave McAfee and Corbin Cagle
Jan 18, 2019
200 – Chris McHugh, “Best Of” Roundtable: Seth Rausch, Harry Miree, Travis McNabb & Hubert Payne
Jan 16, 2019
199 – Dusty Simmons: Playing with The Cris Jacobs Band, The Richmond Renaissance, Concepts from a Self-Taught Drummer
Dec 20, 2018
198 – Rod Morgenstein: Drumming for The Dixie Dregs, Winger, The Steve Morse Band
Dec 13, 2018
197 – Kevin Leon: Touring with St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Creative Pursuit vs. “Work,” Groove is Groove is Groove
Dec 06, 2018
196 – Gregg Bissonette & Kennan Wylie: Writing & Creating The Hal Leonard Drumset Method
Nov 29, 2018
195 – Jeff Mellott: Playing in “Us Today,” The Cincinnati Scene, Your Region’s Musical Heritage
Nov 22, 2018
194 – Sean Paddock: Touring w/ Kenny Chesney, Recording and Producing in a Home Studio
Nov 15, 2018
193 – Bill Stewart: The Jazz Master on Trio Drumming, Composing, and Scofield
Nov 08, 2018
192 – Bart Robley: Drumming for The Sam Morrison Band, The Responsibility of Drumming Educators, Playing for the Song
Nov 01, 2018
191 – Bernie Dresel: His New Big Band, The L.A. Session Scene, The Confluence of Groove and Swing
Oct 25, 2018
190 – Sandy Gennaro: Drumming for Cyndi Lauper, Joan Jett, The Monkees and Many Others, Opening for Queen in ’86, Inspirational Speaking w/ His B.E.A.T.S. Program
Oct 18, 2018
189 – Cody Rahn & Ben Smith: “Sounds Like A Drum” – Talking Tone
Oct 11, 2018
188 – Rodney Edmondson: Drumming For Country Music Legend Ronnie Milsap, Changes in the Music Scene in Nashville
Oct 04, 2018
187 – Elmo Lovano: The Founder of JAMMCARD on Networking, Community, and Branding
Sep 27, 2018
186 – Anthony Citrinite: Founder and CEO of The MeetHook App, The Director at The Collective School of Music in New York
Sep 20, 2018
185 – Jake Wood: Touring with “Hamilton,” The San Francisco Scene, Building an Independent Teaching Studio
Sep 13, 2018
184 – Ben Hans: Author, Editor & Performer for Hal Leonard Publishing, Performing Acoustically w/ Kip Winger, Partnering w/ John S. Pratt
Sep 06, 2018
183 – Quinton Robinson Pt. 2: The Culture of a Musical, The Gig You Have vs. The Gig You Want
Aug 30, 2018
182 – Christian Matthew Cullen: Keyboardist, Composer, Sound Designer, Creative, Reaching Outside Your Comfort Zone
Aug 23, 2018
181 – Quinton Robinson: JammCard, The Virtues and Stigmas of Gospel, The ABC’s of Ableton
Aug 16, 2018
180 – Billy Thomas: Drumming for Vince Gill, The Time Jumpers, Singing and Drumming
Aug 09, 2018
179 – Dylan Wissing: A Living Library of Drum Sounds at Triple Colossal Studios
Aug 02, 2018
178 – Jake Gammon: Touring with Phil Vassar, Performing with Confidence, Staying Busy on Nashville’s Lower Broadway Scene
Jul 26, 2018
177 – Isabelle De Leon: The DC Scene, A Journey Into and Out of Jazz, Gender Politics in Music
Jul 19, 2018
176 – Joe Crabtree: Drummer, Educator, Developer, Drumming For Wishbone Ash, Developing Apps (PolyNome), Creating Comprehensive Online Lessons
Jul 12, 2018
175 – Will Groth: Playing in Electric Avenue, Making Atlanta Home, Physical Sustainability
Jul 05, 2018
174 – Arjuna “RJ” Contreras: Drumming for The Reverend Horton Heat, Grooving at Fast Tempos, WDP Documenting His First Year in Nashville
Jun 28, 2018
173 – Brian Hudson: Making a Record as a Leader, The Church Gig, Political Advocacy for Music
Jun 21, 2018
172 – Harry Miree: Building a Successful YouTube Channel, Speaking Your Truth, Separating One’s Self-Worth from the Gig You Have
Jun 14, 2018
171 – Adam Bowman: The Toronto Scene, Playing for Modern Dance, Making Your Playing Emotional
Jun 07, 2018
170 – Billy Ward: Creating & Nurturing Your Own Voice, “Practice Playing”, Learning to Judge Yourself Harshly
May 31, 2018
169 – Brandon Goodwin: Leading an Original Jazz Group, Workshopping with Delfeayo Marsalis, The Montreal Scene
May 24, 2018
168 – Aaron Comess: Drumming for Spin Doctors & Joan Osborne, New Solo Record: “Sculptures”, Creating a Career that Fits Your Vision
May 17, 2018
167 – Dafnis Prieto: Rhythmic Synchronicity, Musical Vocabulary, Composing and Recording a Big Band Album,
May 10, 2018
166 – Christian Paschall: Drummer & MD for Maren Morris, Taking Calculated Risks, Mixing & Producing
May 03, 2018
165 – Bob Knight: The London Scene, Musical Awareness, Being a “Fixer”
Apr 26, 2018
164 – Tracy Broussard: Drumming For Blake Shelton, Road Dawg Online, Family/Work Balance
Apr 18, 2018
163 – Kevin Winard: Playing with Steve Tyrell, Singers and Singing, The Intent and Spirit of Playing
Apr 12, 2018
162 – Richard Scott: Drumming for CCM Artist Matt Maher, From Industrial Design to Drums, Starting Drums Later in Life
Apr 05, 2018
161 – Peter Erskine Vol. 2: Educating in the Digital Age, Preserving Human Interaction, “Reading The Air”
Mar 29, 2018
160 – Rob Mount: Drumming For Lou Gramm, Creating & Maintaining a Strong On-line Presence, Creating Drum Parts in Heavy Rock
Mar 22, 2018
159 – Brian Stephens: Product Development, Social Media Concepts, Musical Entrepreneurship
Mar 14, 2018
158 – Terence Clark: Drumming For Robert Cray, Steve Jordan as a Mentor, Networking Sincerely
Mar 08, 2018
157 – Johnny Rabb: Drumming for Collective Soul, Creating Loyalty, Excitement vs. Reality
Feb 28, 2018
156 – Doug Belote: Drumming for Dobro Master & 14-time Grammy Winner Jerry Douglas, New Orleans Documentary: “Street Beat – Drumming Below Sea Level”, Straddling New Orleans & Nashville
Feb 21, 2018
155 – Lemuel Hayes: Playing with Cindy Wilson, Recovering From a Serious Injury, Choosing Nashville Over L.A.
Feb 14, 2018
154 – Drummers Resource / WDP Roundtable #2: Catching Up From Last Year’s Episode, Time Management, Ageism in the Music Business 
Feb 08, 2018
153 – Rodd Bland: Drumming for his Dad Bobby Blue Bland and B.B. King, The Past and Present Memphis Scene, Life After Dad
Jan 31, 2018
152 – Elton Charles: Touring with Thompson Square, Creating Great Drum Sounds Through Recording Experiences, Building Relationships in the Music Community
Jan 24, 2018
151 – Seth Hendershot: Touring with Randall Bramblett and Kishibashi, Life in a Small Town, Owning/Operating a Venue
Jan 17, 2018
150 – Matt Johnson: Touring with St. Vincent, Distilling Down Your Groove From Which to Build Upon, Creating Grooves with More Complexity & Less Density, Drumming on Jeff Buckley’s album Grace
Jan 10, 2018
149 – Justin Boyd: His Career in Chicago, Going Back to School, Intentionally Diversifying His Experience
Jan 03, 2018
148 – Rob Hammersmith: Drumming for Skid Row, Staying Positive & Open-Minded, Chemistry Among Band Members
Dec 28, 2017
147 – Ganesh Giri Jaya Pt. 2: The Physicality of Yoga, Studying with Porcaro and Humphrey, Growing Up in New Orleans, Writing Effectively
Dec 20, 2017
146 – Luis Espaillat: Pro Bass Player’s Perspective, Connecting with Drummers Live and in the Studio
Dec 13, 2017
145 – Ganesh Giri Jaya Pt. 1: Making His Living With Cover/Tribute Bands, Leading and Singing from the Drums, Yoga and Spiritual Practice
Dec 06, 2017
144 – Ray Luzier: Drumming for Korn, KXM, Army Of Anyone, David Lee Roth, Having a Back-Up for the Back-Up
Nov 29, 2017
143 – Jake Reed: A Jazz Method Book with a New Approach, Studying Under Erskine and Von Ohlen, When Your Wife is Your Bandleader
Nov 22, 2017
142 – Evan Hutchings: Full Time Session Drummer, Trends in Style & Tone in the Studio, Producing 
Nov 15, 2017
141 – Gerald French: His Chapter in a New Orleans Family Legacy
Nov 08, 2017
140 – Pat Torpey: Drummer for Mr. Big, Nashville Drummer Jam Honoree, Fighting Parkinson’s Disease
Nov 02, 2017
139 – Ian Chang: Making Technology Feel Organic, Drumming With Son Lux, Developing Sunhouse Sensory Percussion
Oct 26, 2017
138 – Jeremy Roberson: Drumming for Chase Rice, Protege of John Blackwell, Deflecting Stereotypes
Oct 18, 2017
137 – Kevin Kanner: Coming Up Under Jeff Hamilton, Playing with John Pizzarelli, Doubling Down on the Music He Loves
Oct 11, 2017
136 – Jason Harrison Smith: Drumming for Albert Lee, Inspiring the Next Generation, Recording with Gary Husband
Oct 04, 2017
135 – Doug Auwarter: Mentoring Generations of Kansas City Drummers, Preaching the Brazilian Gospel, Drumming as You Age
Sep 27, 2017
134 – Evan Stone: Bandleading and Producing, Taking a Lesson with Vinnie Colaiuta, The Importance of Tempo
Sep 21, 2017
133 – Gintas Janusonis: Playing and Producing in New York, from Jazz to Hip Hop to “America’s Got Talent”
Sep 13, 2017
132 – Kent Slucher: 10 Years Drumming for Luke Bryan, Keeping Your Cool When Things Go Haywire, Playing With Power and Energy
Sep 06, 2017
131 – Matt Jorgensen: Juggling Roles, Making Art for Art’s Sake, Playing and Writing Authentically
Aug 30, 2017
130 – Bob Breithaupt: Teaching at the University Level, Creating & Managing a Diverse Workload, Drawing From Experiences When Teaching
Aug 23, 2017
129 – Steve Fidyk: Laying a Foundation with Soph & Morello, Wrapping Up a 26-Year Army career, Putting Family First
Aug 16, 2017
128 – Seth Rausch: Drumming for Keith Urban, Recording with Little Big Town, Creating Unique Sounds in the Studio
Aug 10, 2017
127 – Justin Chesarek: Rustbelt Roots, Branching Out from Jazz, Leaving a Gig on Good Terms for the Future
Aug 01, 2017
126 – Kyle Wilkerson: Touring with Maddie & Tae, Composing for T.V. Film, Creating Honest Relationships
Jul 26, 2017
125 – Rafael Pereira: Playing with Janelle Monae, Bringing Brazil to Atlanta, Growing Up On Samba Tradition and Pop Records
Jul 19, 2017
124 – Brian Ferguson: Drumming for Texas Artist Cory Morrow, The Importance of Subtleties & Nuance, Clinic Touring for Dixon Drums
Jul 12, 2017
123 – Adam Goodhue: Following a Sound from Massachusetts to San Francisco to Atlanta, Exploring American Music’s Southern Roots
Jul 06, 2017
122 – Sarah Tomek: Drumming with Steven Tyler, Defying Skeptics, Taking Chances, “Drum ID’s”
Jun 26, 2017
121 – Kevin Stevens: Playing for a Tribute Show, Running a Multi-Band Company, Making Family Time Count
Jun 21, 2017
120 – Kasey Todd: Touring with Tonic, Paying Your Dues, Growing Up Around the Music Business
Jun 15, 2017
119 – Go-Go Ray: 25 years of Funk, Rock, Fusion, Blues, and Experimental Music in Kansas City
Jun 07, 2017
118 – Milton Sledge: Studio Legend, Musician Hall of Fame Inductee, Recording with Garth Brooks, Paying it Forward
May 31, 2017
117 – Evan Pazner: Touring with Lee Fields, Being a Lifelong New Yorker, Studying at the New School
May 25, 2017
116 – Derrek Phillips: Drumming for Hank Williams Jr, Teaching at Two Universities, Master Classes with Tony Williams
May 17, 2017
115 – A Sit-Down with The Bosses: Equinox Orchestra’s Bandleader, Lead Singer, and Musical Director/Tour Manager on Getting a Band on the Road
May 10, 2017
114 – Angela Lese: Drumming for The Dead Deads, Cultivating a Strong Fan Base, From “Regular Job” to Touring Musician
May 03, 2017
113 – Jermal Watson: Born & Bred in New Orleans, Playing with The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Allowing the Traditional to Evolve
Apr 26, 2017
112 – Joe Gansas & Around The Kit: Online Drum Talk Radio Show, Asking Important Questions
Apr 19, 2017
111 – Carter McLean: Drumming on Broadway, Playing Duo & Trio with Charlie Hunter, Running a Teaching Website
Apr 12, 2017
110 – Russ Miller: Recording for Soundtracks, Touring With International Artists, Finding A Coach
Apr 02, 2017
109 – YonRico Scott: Playing in The Derek Trucks Band, The Musical Legacy of Detroit, Approaching the Drumset with a Percussionist’s Mind
Mar 29, 2017
108 – Rob Mitchell: Drumming and World Traveling with Sixpence None the Richer, Staying Mentally Healthy on the Road
Mar 22, 2017
107 – Wayne Salzmann: Living and Drumming in Austin, Gigging Early and Often, Partnership Between College Program and Pro Scene, The Importance of “The Hang”
Mar 16, 2017
106 – Nick Ruffini from Drummer’s Resource & WDP Host’s Zack Albetta and Matthew Crouse: Drumming Podcast Host Roundtable, Adapting to Major Life Changes and Transitions
Mar 08, 2017
105 – Tony Austin: Playing with Kamasi Washington, The West Coast Get Down, Redefining West Coast Jazz
Mar 01, 2017
104 – Black Drummers Of Nashville Round Table: Building Relationships Upon the Common Ground of Music, Creating a Support System
Feb 22, 2017
103 – Andy Sanesi: From Avant Garde Jazz to Pop, Altering Your Cymbals, Making the Most of a Steady
Feb 16, 2017
102 – Wil Easterwood: Drumming for Trick Pony, Expecting the Best From Yourself, Singing While Drumming
Feb 08, 2017
101 – Gary Hobbs: Touring with Stan Kenton, Applying Jazz Training to All Music, Breaking Jazz Out of Its Own Box
Feb 01, 2017
100 – 100th Episode Special: A Very Non-Serious Nashville Drummer Round Table
Jan 25, 2017
099 – Pete Cater: Building on Legends’ Legacies, Big Band Drumming 101, Going Beneath the Surface of Buddy Rich
Jan 17, 2017
098 – Hubert Payne: Drumming for Little Big Town, “Stepping Out On Faith”, Rising Above Great Adversity, Building a Simple But Effective Recording Rig
Jan 11, 2017
097 – Billy Freeman: Drumming for Dustin Lynch, Facing Your Doubts and Fears, Discovering Drums from an Early Age
Jan 04, 2017
096 – Herman Matthews: Being a Feel Specialist, Giving Each Groove its Due, “Have Drums, Will Travel”
Dec 28, 2016
095 – Garrett Goodwin: Drumming For Carrie Underwood, The Nashville Sampling Company, Less Than Conventional Set-up
Dec 21, 2016
094 – Larry Aberman: 13 Years with Zumanity on the Las Vegas Strip, Taking Direction, Navigating the Vegas Scene
Dec 14, 2016
093 – Steve Smith: Drum Legend, Touring Again with Journey, New Book: The Pathways Of Motion, Defining Drum Set Technique, Nashville Drummer Jam Tribute
Dec 07, 2016
092 – Jamison Ross: Combining His Drumming and Singing Roots, Leading a Band from the Drums, The Importance of New Orleans’ Drumming Lineage
Dec 01, 2016
091 – Pete Parada: Drumming for The Offspring, Working with Legends like Producer Bob Rock and Rob Halford of Judas Priest, Studying at M.I. in L.A.
Nov 23, 2016
090 – Nick Mancini: Managing Creativity and Business in the 21st Century, What a Music College Should and Shouldn’t Do, Crafting Your Expression
Nov 16, 2016
089 – Michael Robinson: Vice President of Marketing for KHS America, Insight into the Retail and Production Side of the Music Industry, KHS’s Relationship with the Music Educator Community
Nov 11, 2016
088 – Kent Aberle: Touring with Kristian Bush, Building Your Reputation in Cover Bands, Owning a Drum Shop
Nov 02, 2016
087 – Russ Whitman: Drumming for Craig Morgan, DCI, Teaching and Performing Experience, East Coast Beach Music
Oct 26, 2016
086 – Jan Faircloth: Being Part of a Tradition, Blues Innovators vs. Purists, An Audio Tour of Blues and Drumming in K.C.
Oct 19, 2016
085 – Kevin Rapillo: Band Leading for Rodney Atkins, Building Careers on Relationships, Staying Focused on Musical Goals
Oct 12, 2016
084 – Ed Breckenfeld: Making a Career in Chicago, Longevity In a Changing Music Industry, Thinking Like the Greats
Oct 05, 2016
083 – Rob McNelley: ACM Guitar Player of the Year, Everything You Wanted to Know About Sessions (But Were Afraid to Ask), Recording with Buddy Guy, Need to Know Advice for Drummers
Sep 28, 2016
082 – Lauren Kosty: Playing It All…From Percussion to Drumset, from Classical to Pop, from L.A. to London
Sep 21, 2016
081 – Wes Little: Backing Super Stars Like Sting, Stevie Wonder and Beyonce at Obama’s Inaugural Ball, Touring and Recording with Robben Ford, Building a Session Resume
Sep 14, 2016
080 – Darren Stanley: Playing with Colonel Bruce Hampton, Letting Art Reflect Life, The New Breed, Goals vs. Expectations
Sep 07, 2016
079 – Marcus Finnie: Drumming with Grammy Award Winning Kirk Whalum, Growing up Performing in the Church, Healthy Road Life
Aug 31, 2016
078 – Michael Duffy: Drum Corps Culture at North Texas, The Austin Scene, Gathering Info from Other Drummers, Making it Work in L.A.
Aug 24, 2016
077 – Al Wilson: “Owning It” when Performing, Leaving Taylor Swift’s Gig After 6 Years to Focus on Family, Orchestrating Loops Organically
Aug 17, 2016
076 – Matt Hankle: Playing on Broadway, Acting Like You Belong, Going All In On the L.A. Rock Scene
Aug 10, 2016
075 – Peter Erskine: Jazz Legend, The Importance of the Space Between the Notes, Learning from Bad Performances, Working and Playing Well with Others, Drumming for Seth MacFarlane, Dr. Um
Aug 03, 2016
074 – Todd Strait: Studying with Ed Soph & Joe Morello, Cutting His Teeth in New York, Playing Behind Singers, Splitting Time Between Portland and Kansas City
Jul 27, 2016
073 – Zack Albetta: Establishing Yourself in a New Town, Connecting With Your Audience, Creating a Network of Colleagues, Hosting a Podcast
Jul 20, 2016
072 – Staff Sgt. Wes Anderson: L.A. & Disneyland as Stepping Stones, Stepping Up His Game with Eric Reed, Touring with The Army Jazz Ambassadors
Jul 13, 2016
071 – Dave Harrison: Touring & Recording with Edwin McCain, Managing Career Changes, Golf & Drums – The Parallels
Jul 06, 2016
Ep. 70 – Ryan Lee: Lessons from Bobby Watson, Cross-Genre Collaborations, Looking Beyond Your Local Scene
Jun 29, 2016
069 – Scot Corey: Symphonic Percussionist, Keeping a Full Calendar as a Multi-Percussionist, Educator, Drumset and Steel Drum Player
Jun 25, 2016
068 – Jamey Tate: Tough Love from Erskine, Recovering from a Professional Setback, The Good/Bad/Ugly of Smooth Jazz
Jun 15, 2016
067 – Eddie Bayers: Studio Legend, Drumming on Over 300 Gold & Platinum Records, ACM Drummer of the Year 14 Times
Jun 08, 2016
066 – Marlon Patton: Genre-hopping, Building a Home Studio, Searching for Sounds
Jun 01, 2016
065 – Rick Malkin: Photography and Drumming, Photographing Famous Drummers, Drumming in Musical Theater
May 25, 2016
064 – Josh Heffernan: Freelancing vs. being in a band, making a live album, the balance between vintage and modern
May 18, 2016
063 – Troy Luccketta: Tesla, Keith Emerson Tribute, A Song For Wellness
May 11, 2016
062 – Colin Agnew: Creating Coordination for Musicality, Incorporating Latin Sounds into Other Music, Finding the Right People in the Right Town
May 04, 2016
061 – Ben Jackson: Operating a Successful Home Studio, Drumming & Producing, Building Ableton Live Rigs for Major Tours
Apr 27, 2016
060 – Dan Schnelle: Learning From Four Masters, Playing In the Moment, Practicing vs. Listening
Apr 20, 2016
059 – John Root: Understanding Styles, Diversifying Your Workload, Playing Lower Broadway Gigs in Nashville,
Apr 13, 2016
058 – Charles LaMont Garner: Growing Beyond his Gospel Roots, The Importance of Mentorship, Building a Career Through Good Relationships and Good Character
Apr 06, 2016
057 – Reggie Jackson: Drumming for Dr John, Exuding Joy While Performing, Applying Experience to the Gig
Mar 30, 2016
056 – Kassandra Kocoshis: From Classical to Flamenco to Pop, A Percussionist’s Journey to A Busy L.A. Career
Mar 23, 2016
055 – Jack White: Drumming for Rick Springfield, Ike and Tina Turner, Facing Your Fears Head On
Mar 16, 2016
054 – Willie McNeil: From Punk to Reggae, from Salsa to Burlesque…Putting on a Show for 35 Years
Mar 09, 2016
053 – Marshall Richardson: Touring with a “Legacy Artist”, Garnering Recording Tips from Pro Engineers, Taking Recommendations Seriously
Mar 02, 2016
052 – Tina Raymond: Trusting Her Musical Instinct, Being a Woman in a Male-Dominated Field, The Power of Yoga
Feb 24, 2016
051 – Chad Cromwell: Studio Legend, Drumming for Neil Young, Joe Walsh & Mark Knopfler, Creating the Perfect Part in the Studio
Feb 17, 2016
050 – John Kizilarmut: The Pros & Cons of College Music, Removing Barriers Between Genres, Finding His Musical Home in Kansas City
Feb 10, 2016
049 – Paul Griffith: Being a Stylist, Managing Expectations, Dealing with Insecurities
Feb 03, 2016
048 – Giuliano Mingucci: Drum Mic’ing 101, Absorbing Styles, Playing to the Song, Working With a Producer
Jan 27, 2016
047 – Jim Reilley: Producer, The Influence of Ringo on Modern Drumming, Getting the Right Drum Sounds in the Studio
Jan 20, 2016
046 – Matt Johnson: Committing to Your Vision, Teaching in the 21st Century, Focusing on Outcomes
Jan 13, 2016
045 – Danny Young: From Broadway in New York to Nashville, Beyond The Gig, Touring with Nelson
Jan 06, 2016
044 – Chuck Tilley: Drumming on TV, Playing in “House Bands”, Being a Pro – Always
Dec 16, 2015
043 – Travis McNabb / Part 2: Better Than Ezra, Sugarland, Taking Every Gig Seriously
Dec 09, 2015
042 – Travis McNabb / Part 1: Better Than Ezra, Sugarland, Mixing Yourself on the Kit
Dec 02, 2015
041 – Pat McDonald: Charlie Daniel’s Drummer, Fusion Chops in Country Music
Nov 25, 2015
040 – Tucker Wilson: Finding His Own Voice in a Famous Musical Family, Knocking Out an Audition, Touring with Canaan Smith
Nov 18, 2015
039 – Mark Poiesz: Personifying the Emotion of the Music, Being The New Guy on the Scene, Drumming for Tyler Farr
Nov 12, 2015
038 – Sean Fuller: Florida Georgia Line, Self Expression as a Sideman, Creating a Vibe
Nov 05, 2015
037 – Dr. Preston Wakefield: Treating Repetitive Stress Injuries in Drummers, Active Release Techniques, Proper Stretching
Oct 29, 2015
036 – William Ellis: Touring with Montgomery Gentry, Drawing Inspiration from Multiple Styles
Oct 22, 2015
035 – Jeff Hartsough PAS Executive Director: PASIC 2015, Rhythm Discovery Center, Percussive Arts Society History
Oct 14, 2015
034 – David Parks: Creating Opportunities, Nashville Drummers Jam, Turning Passion into Gigs
Oct 08, 2015
033 – Tom Hurst: Touring, Teaching, Organizing and Everything in Between
Sep 28, 2015
032 – David Northrup: Oak Ridge Boys, Travis Tritt, Sharing a Recording with Jeff Porcaro, Seeing Failure as a Blessing in Disguise
Sep 23, 2015
031 – Josh Birkhimer: All Styles, Full Time Musician in Denver, Kid Rock Stand in
Sep 10, 2015
030 – Jason Sutter: Touring with Smash Mouth, Chris Cornell, Marilyn Manson, Foreigner
Sep 02, 2015
029 – Greg Morrow: ACM Drummer of the Year, Giving Engineers What They Want, Touring to Sessions, Head Combinations
Aug 26, 2015
028 – Gary Forkum: Owner of Forks Drum Closet, Supporting the Nashville Drumming Community
Aug 19, 2015
027 – Willie Cantu: Drumming for Buck Owens, Hanging w/ Tony Williams in NY, Scottish Pipe Drumming
Aug 12, 2015
026 – Trey Gray: Drumming for Faith Hill, Jewel, Brooks and Dunn, Pro Gigs and Huntington’s Disease
Aug 06, 2015
025 – Tim Horsley: Drumming in a Multi-Media World, Working with Keith Urban in the Early Days, Sprinter Van Skeptic
Jul 29, 2015
024 – David Santos: Playing Bass for Billy Joel, John Fogerty, Sharing the Stage with Kenny Aronoff, Liberty Devitto, Cindy Blackman-Santana
Jul 22, 2015
023 - Kevin Murphy: Touring with Randy Houser & Tonic, the Drumming Style of DC, Defining His Peers with Honesty
Jul 15, 2015
022 - Brian Fullen: Tracking Drums at Home for Producers Overseas, Being an Educator but Always Learning, Balancing Music and Family
Jul 08, 2015
021- Rich Redmond: Drumming for Jason Aldean, Producing, Writing, Acting, Playing Madison Square Garden
Jun 24, 2015
020 – Steve Bowman: Tracking Drums for Counting Crows Record – August and Everything After, Believing in the Music You Play, Working & Loving a “Real Job”
Jun 17, 2015
019 – Jerry Roe: Leaving a Coveted Gig for an Original Project, Growing Up in a Famous Musical Family, Starting Drums at 1 1/2 Years Old
Jun 10, 2015
018 - Jeff Brown: Building Your Home Studio, Touring, Creating Opportunity
Jun 03, 2015
017 – Dan Sia: Working as a Cruise Ship Drummer
May 27, 2015
016 - Jamie Rogan: Ten Years on the Road with Billy Currington, Staying in Shape
May 20, 2015
015 - Fred Eltringham: Drumming for The Wallflowers, Dixie Chicks, Sheryl Crow & Producer T Bone Burnett
May 13, 2015
014 - Steve Ebe: Staying Busy "In-Town", Teaching Drums, Working in Tribute Bands
May 06, 2015
013 - Ed Toth: Drumming for The Doobie Brothers, Vertical Horizon, The Honest Truth About Endorsements
Apr 29, 2015
012 - George Lawrence: Teaching Keith Carlock, LA in the 80's with Jeff Pocaro, Drumming for Poco
Apr 15, 2015
011 - Ben Sesar (Part 2): Challenging Practice Techniques, Cymbal Placement, Touring with Brad Paisley
Apr 08, 2015
010 – Jim Riley: Music Director and Drummer for Rascal Flatts, Humble Beginnings in Nashville, Author
Mar 18, 2015
009 – Ben Sesar (Part 1): Sad Changes in the Music Industry, Drumming for Brad Paisley
Mar 11, 2015
008 - Lee Kelley: Taking Chances, Pro Playing Without Formal Training, Carolina Beach Music
Mar 04, 2015
007 - Matt Iceman: Taking Every Gig Seriously, Getting Along WIth Your Tour Mates, What Would Shannon Forest Do?
Feb 25, 2015
006 - Keio Stroud: Juggling a Thousand Gigs, Drumming on a Grammy Nominated Record, Spray Painting Your Tour Kit
Feb 18, 2015
005 – Mark Beckett: Growing up in the Studio with Dad Barry Beckett, Sharing the Job as House Drummer for the Grand ole Opry, First Drumset from Eddie Bayers
Feb 11, 2015
004 - Gregg Lohman: Drumming for Kellie Pickler, Surviving a Major Car Crash to Play Drums Again, Positive Role Models
Feb 03, 2015
003 - Brice Williams: Studying with Chester Thompson, Earning the Respect of Your Peers, Recording with Lady Antebellum, Mark Wills, Maintaining Endorsement Relationships
Jan 28, 2015
002 - Nick Buda: Recording for Taylor Swift, Advice from Vinnie Colaiuta, Escaping Apartheid South Africa as a Kid
Jan 21, 2015
001 - David Black: Singing and Drumming, Touring and Being a Family Man, Playing with Taste and Confidence
Jan 08, 2015