Podcasts about drummers

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. Today, I'm joined by my trusty co-host Eric Urrea, and one of my best friends, Kris Mazzarisi, owner and founder of Big Fat Snare Drum, and drummer for Winnetka Bowling League. Over on the Big Fat Snare Drum Instagram page, we asked our followers to name their favorite worst-sounding snare drum. What does that even mean? Who the hell knows. But people had opinions. Strong ones. So I took the most popular and most repeated answers, made a list of the top 16 picks, and today, we're going to talk through them. --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today

By day, the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa is a tourist trap, filled with food stalls, trinket stands but most unfortunately there are all kinds of mistreated animals. Snake charmers' trumpets and movements keep the serpents in a high state of distress, there are miserable looking monkeys posing for photos in football shirts, chained birds of prey and so on. No question it's a fascinating soundscape, but a depressing sight. Recorded in Marrakesh, Morocco, January 2026 by Cities and Memory. 

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. This episode is a new installment of The Drum Panel, and it's Part TWO of TWO of diving into Chick Corea's Cheap But Good Advice For Playing Music in a Group. I'm joined by good friend of mine ⁠Rafa Vidal⁠, who also plays with the band Almost Monday, who are currently killing it, and of course ⁠Eric Somers-Urrea ⁠is back on the panel. In Part One, we covered numbers 1 through 6. Today, we're finishing the list with numbers 7 through 16, which get into some really good stuff: balance, intention, taste, space, relaxation, ego, and what it actually means to serve the music. As always with The Drum Panel, we're not pretending to have all the answers. We're just using these ideas as a jumping-off point to talk about playing music, being in bands, staying creative, and trying to become better musicians without losing our minds. ——— Chick Corea's Cheap But Good Advice For Playing Music in a Group. Play only what you hear. If you don't hear anything, don't play anything. Don't let your fingers and limbs wander. Place them intentionally. Don't improvise on endlessly. Play something with intention, develop it or not, then end off and take a break. Leave space. Create space. Intentionally create places where you don't play. Make your sound blend. Listen to your sound and adjust it to the rest of the band and the room. If you play more than one instrument at a time, like a drum kit or multiple keyboards, make sure they are balanced with one another. Don't make any of your music mechanically or just through patterns of habit. Create each sound, phrase, and piece with choice, deliberately. Guide your choice of what to play by what you like, not by what someone else will think. Use contrast and balance the elements: high/low, fast/slow, loud/soft, tense/relaxed, dense/sparse. Play to make the other musicians sound good. Play things that will make the overall music sound good. Play with a relaxed body. Always release whatever tension you create. Create space. Begin, develop, and end phrases with intention. Never beat or pound your instrument. Play it easily and gracefully. Create space, then place something in it. Use mimicry sparsely. Mostly create phrases that contrast with and develop the phrases of the other players. We also get into a Rafa's new endeavor called Touch Grooves. Check out more information on that ⁠HERE⁠ --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. This week on The Drum Panel, I'm joined by my co-host Eric Urrea, an independent drummer from Chicago who plays with Marina City and La Armada, and Steve Durham, who is new to The Drum Panel but returning from Big Fat Five. Steve has worked with artists like Louis Tomlinson, Mumford & Sons, Foals, Wolf Alice, Aurora and a bunch of others. But the reason I wanted him in this conversation is because we'd recently been talking about that voice in your head when you're playing. The one that judges your ideas before they even come out. So that became the jumping-off point. We got into the inner critic, why creativity can feel scary when there's no structure, what changes when you stop trying so hard, how tension shows up in your body, playing to a click without becoming stiff, and whether being in a band is still worth it. It's a good one. Very Drum Panel. --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

Episode 105: Richard Bona is one of the most respected bass players, composers, vocalists, and bandleaders in modern music. Born in Cameroon and now celebrated around the world, Richard has worked with legends including Pat Metheny, Quincy Jones, Joe Zawinul, Harry Belafonte, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Bobby McFerrin, Mike Stern, George Benson, and many more. From the Pat Metheny Group to the Zawinul Syndicate, Richard has helped shape the sound of jazz fusion, African music, world music, and modern bass playing for decades. Richard has also shared the stage and studio with some of the greatest drummers in the world including Antonio Sanchez, Vinnie Colaiuta, Dave Weckl, Steve Smith, Omar Hakim, Paco Séry, Dennis Chambers, Manu Katché, Simon Phillips, Terri Lyne Carrington, Mark Guiliana, Steve Gadd, and more. In this episode, Richard and Elmo talk about growing up in Cameroon, building his own instruments as a child, discovering Jaco Pastorius, moving to Germany, Paris, and New York, becoming Harry Belafonte's musical director, joining Joe Zawinul's Syndicate, winning a Grammy with Pat Metheny, rhythm, groove, African music, storytelling, singing while playing bass, improvisation, how to feel odd time signatures and polyrhythms, being managed by Quincy Jones, bass technique, composition, musical identity, and much more. Richard also shares stories from the road, lessons from the greatest musicians in the world, and his philosophy on music, culture, creativity, and humanity. We hope you enjoy our conversation with the great Richard Bona! Big thanks to our friends Ace Studio for supporting the show. Check them out! https://acestudio.ai/ Another huge thanks to our friends at DistroKid! DistroKid is the easiest and fastest way to get your music on over 150 platforms worldwide! Go to https://distrokid.com/vip/elmo to get 20% off your first year! Become a Patreon Member to stay in the loop as we post Patreon-only exclusive content, Zoom hangs, invite only events, and discussions about music and music careers. https://www.patreon.com/gowithelmo Please SUBSCRIBE / FOLLOW this podcast to catch new episodes as soon as they drop! Your likes, comments and shares are much appreciated! Listen to the audio form of this podcast wherever you get your podcasts: https://elmolovano.komi.io/ Follow Richard: https://www.instagram.com/richardbonaofficial/ Follow Go With Elmo: https://www.instagram.com/gowithelmo/ https://www.tiktok.com/@gowithelmo https://x.com/gowithelmopod Follow Elmo Lovano: https://Instagram.com/elmolovano https://x.com/elmolovano Follow Jammcard: https://www.youtube.com/@jammcard https://www.instagram.com/jammcard/ jammcard.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is up? Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. This week I'm re-airing a classic Big Fat Five episode with Tosh Peterson. Long before playing with Lady Gaga and Alkaline Trio, Tosh sat down with me to break down the records, mentors, and moments that shaped his drumming voice. We talk about discovering Thomas Pridgen at 10 years old, learning how to command a stage from Tommy Lee, what Snoop grooves taught him about making people move, and the lessons he learned touring with Nick West at just 16 years old. Inside this episode: Meeting Thomas Pridgen for the first time and eventually studying with him for years Why groove and making people dance mattered more than playing perfectly Learning confidence, leadership, and stage presence on tour with Nick West Tommy Lee, pyrotechnics, and why Tosh believes drummers should steal the spotlight The influence of Tosh's dad and the roots of his playing style --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

This month, Gotye's breakthrough album Like Drawing Blood, turns 20. It was the record that took him from bedroom producer to Hottest 100 favourite, showcasing his incredible talent at sewing sounds. The man behind Gotye, Wally De Backer, has been keeping a low profile for a while. But back in 2007, after a huge year following this album's release, he joined Zan Rowe to Take 5. This is one of the very first episodes of Take 5, and the first time it's ever appeared on the podcast.So jump in the time machine and travel back to this mid 2000's moment. It was before Gotye released his worldwide smash "Somebody That I Used to Know", Homebake Festival still existed, MySpace was king, and Wally was at a precipice; head spinning from a wild year but with no idea of what was ahead.His theme? His top 5 moments of the last 12 months. His songs, all Australian. Gotye's song choices:Josh Pyke - Fill You In Karnivool - Shutterspeed  Faux Pas - For The Trees Emily Ulman - Upping The AnteThe Presets - Are You The One?00:17 Gotye introduction and 20th Anniversary of 'Like Drawing Blood'02:30 The songs that soundtracked Gotye's 2006 breakthrough02:58 Josh Pyke -'Fill You In'04:55 Gotye and his love of heavy and progressive music06:08 Karnivool 'Shutterspeed'07:52 Bringing Gotye's songs to live with a band11:59 Drummers who sing14:28 Faux Pas - 'For The Trees'17:24 Buying your first iPod18:39 Emily Ulman - 'Upping The Ante'20:30 What Gotye was about to embark on in 200724:15 The Presets - 'Are You The One?'26:13 Next weeks guests!

My guest this week is Bobby Crow of Signs of the Swarm. Bobby and I caught up at the first date of the tour opening for Lorna Shore in Buffalo NY. We chatted about his start with the band and the many roles he has been in over the years, his new beautiful SJC kit, Double strokes and his current cymbal setup. Thanks for listening and if you enjoyed this episode please sign up for our Patreon and share with your friends. Comment where you can and let me know what drummers you want me to talk to next! GET MORE ⬇️ PATREON ➡ patreon.com/weretalkindrums MERCH ➡ were-talkin-drums-podcast.creator-spring.com INSTAGRAM ➡ instagram.com/weretalkindrums YOUTUBE ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@weretalkindrumspodcast TWITCH ➡ http://Twitch.tv/coryhdrummer Austin Archey MixWave Drum Kit - https://mixwave.com/products/lorna-shore-austin-archey

Did you say you want some more? Well here's some more! In part two of our discussion of the drummers of FZ, drummers Joe and Bill school non-drummer Scott about the finer points of Frank's drumming royalty, replete with super-exciting insights and high-level geeking out. It's a good time, don't ya know!

Ben here. On this week's episode of Drummers on Drumming (powered by Big Fat Snare Drum), we're back with another round of The Drum Panel. Joining me: Gunnar Olsen: Currently out with Puscifer Eric Urrea: One of my favorite drummers to talk shop with because he somehow makes existential drum conversations feel practical. This episode starts with Gunnar talking about completely losing the plot during a fill in 5… accidentally playing it in 6… then having to find his way back into the song in real time while thousands of people watched. From there, things spiraled beautifully. We talked about: Why messing up live might actually make a show feel more human The weird pressure of trying not to visibly “count” on stage when you're hearing a click track The difference between “giving” a great show and actually having a great show Whether your real musical voice only shows up when you're alone The strange mental game of joining an established artist and figuring out how much of “you” should show up in the parts Why some of the best gigs happen when nobody notices the drummer at all --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

Part 2 of the underrated drummers continues at the Headbangers Vault as special guests Swamp & Missy with B1Bomb and the Smuts bring out some of their favorite drummers that never got the recognition they deserve.

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. I'm Ben Hilzinger, and this is another segment of The Drum Panel. Joining me: Jessica Burdeaux (@jburdsbeats) Touring drummer (Covet, City Mouth) and content creator balancing real-world gigs with online presence. George Martinez (@skinnygeorge) Former full-time studio drummer turned educator, content creator, and all-around thoughtful voice on longevity. In this episode: “It's complicated” — how your relationship with drums changes over time The weird shift from loving music more than drumming itself Why chasing constant growth can actually burn you out Letting students (or bandmates) make their own mistakes The difference between chaos on tour vs. stability later in life Content creation vs. real life: what actually matters The pressure of the algorithm and why it messes with your head Posting what you should vs. posting what's actually real Why documenting your own growth beats chasing views The moment Instagram stopped making sense for everyone Touring, playing live, and why that still beats the internet The balance between being a musician and being a human Saying no to gigs, content, or work that drains you Why stepping away actually makes you better when you come back The quiet insecurity of band feedback (trash can endings, anyone?) Being your own worst critic… and why that never really goes away What each of us is secretly proud of in our playing right now Groove, touch, and making simple parts feel really good Being easy to work with vs. being flashy Why feel, energy, and stage presence still get you hired --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

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The Headbangers Vault along with special guests Swamp & Missy bring to you some of the most underrated drummers of all time with some of their best hard-hitting tunes.

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Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. I'm Ben Hilzinger, and this is another segment of The Drum Panel. This week I'm joined by Eric Urrea (La Armada, Marina City) and Matt Crouse (Working Drummer podcast). In this episode: Why doing less with your podcast might be the only way to keep it alive The quiet way a podcast can land you real gigs years later Craigslist vs. Nashville vs. “just being in someone's brain” The real thing bandleaders notice that has nothing to do with chops Caring vs. coasting, and why people can feel it instantly The weird mental spiral of over-practicing and then freezing on stage Why taking a break might fix something faster than grinding it The shift from loving drums to needing them, and what that cost We re-address whether drummers deserve songwriting credit… and why it's still messy Why some songs wouldn't exist without the drum part, even if no one admits it --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming ...a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum... In this episode of The Drum Panel, I'm joined by Jared Shavelson (Joyce Manor, The Bronx, Seal) and Mike Robinson (Say Anything, Slayyter, Oliver Tree).  We discuss: Playing festivals - yay nay or meh The pefectly “sized” tour The backline details that matter most when you're trying to play your best How each of us thinks about success, growth, money, and career momentum Why big milestones can feel surreal in the moment and strangely empty right after The pressure of chasing goals in music when the target keeps moving What really makes a gig feel worth it, beyond the size of the stage --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

From the TDS archive today, we feature conversations with John Lingan, author of Backbeats: A History of Rock and Roll in Fifteen Drummers and with Dr. Stephen Day, professor at Virginia Commonwealth University and author of Teach A Kid to Save: A Fun, Hands-On Approach to Building Smart Money Habits. Sports clips:Sam Ersson (Philadelphia Flyers defenseman) (Flyers YouTube)Aaron Nola (Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher) (NBC Sports Philly YouTube)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A LONG time in the making, this one! Join drummers Joe and Bill, and non-drummer Scott, as they discuss the drummers of FZ, from the 60s to the 80s! This is a highly informative and entertaining discussion, in which the strengths of each drummer get their deserved appreciation, allowing us to chart the development of the drum position in the music of Frank Zappa! This is part one of two!

John Spittle has been the long-time drummer with Country icon Trace Adkins. John began his career on the drums in Southern California playing in bands and recording sessions since the age of 15. Since moving to Nashville, TN, in 1997, John has toured and recorded with various artists, including Sara Evans, Aaron Tippin, Chris Cagle, Kellie Coffey, Matt King, Paul Brandt, and more. When not on the road, John has a studio where he records drums on over 100 songs a year for producers/artists all over the world. TV credits include The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Conan O Brien Show, Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, The Today Show, ACM Awards, CMT Awards, Craig Ferguson Show, NYC New Year's Eve Bash, Ellen DeGeneres Show, NBC Country Christmas, Grand Ol Opry Live, Emeril Live, Miss America USA, and many more. In this episode, John talks about:     Home studio work     From John's father to his son: Three generations of drummers     Moving to Nashville from Southern California and the expectations     Developing a pocket and good time feel     Experiences before the Trace Adkins     What Trace expects from his band members     John's new endorsement with Sonor drums ⁠⁠⁠Here's our Patreon⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Here's our Youtube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Here's our Homepage

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. In this episode of The Drum Panel, I'm joined by Eric Urrea (Marina City, La Armada) and Kris Mazzarisi (Founder of BFSD / Winnetka Bowling League) - In this episode: Why prep pay still is not standard, even though most drummers are expected to show up overprepared The weird state of touring right now, from DIY scenes disappearing to arena tours barely breaking even The last breakthroughs we've each had in our own playing, from posture to vocabulary to control Easy things that make a drummer more effective on stage The difference between playing quietly with sticks and changing the whole sound of the kit Whether traditional grip has any real practical use in modern drumming --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

Welcome Dango Cellan! A professional drummer for over 20 years, Dango is currently on tour with Emo legends Hawthorne Heights. We dive right into Dango's extensive and versatile career as a touring drummer, studio musician, educator, and family man. He reflects on saying yes early, not letting one gig define you, and the juggling act of balancing your time, money, career values, and family priorities. Dango shares upcoming Hawthorne Heights 20th-anniversary touring plans, his Warp Tour nostalgia with Amber Pacific, and how his approach to playing has matured toward professionalism and consistency. He recounts growing up as a pastor's kid in Wisconsin, knee and heart health challenges that redirected him to Belmont, mentorship from Chester Thompson and Brian Fullen, and the importance of community. We also cover the building of his 'Beat Lab' home drum studio out of an Airbnb, the importance of mental health, therapy, rest, and fitness, and his proactive approach to landing and keeping endorsements. We hope you enjoy!Chapters:0:00 Intro1:18 Welcome, Dango! 2:21 Typical Week as a Working Drummer 7:57 Choosing Gigs Wisely 11:38 Skills from Broadway 15:32 Warped Tour (Full Circle) 22:20 Rezo Custom Drum Heads (Sponsor) 23:24 Early Years & Church 26:03 Sports Injuries, Attending Belmont 32:34 Teaching and Community 36:47 Drum Box (Sponsor) 37:29 Mental Health, Burnout, and Rest 40:17 Post-Pandemic Studio Build 43:18 Fitness and Longevity 45:03 Punk Influences 52:29 Dango's Beat Lab 1:01:29 Low Boy Beaters (Sponsor) 1:02:10 Content That Converts 1:08:52 Drum Supply (Sponsor) 1:09:51 Endorsement Playbook 1:14:09 Loyalty Over Deals, Learn Your Gear 1:21:20 Music City Audiology (Sponsor) 1:22:59 Practice Goals and Technique 1:25:39 Recording and Mic Choices 1:32:50 Social Media Era for Drummers 1:35:46 Touring and Family Balance 1:40:24 Rapid Fire 1:47:35 OutroThank you to our Episode Sponsors:Rezo Custom Drum Headshttps://rezoheads.comDrum Boxhttps://drumbox.spaceDrum Supplyhttps://www.drumsupply.comLow Boy Beatershttps://lowboybeaters.comMusic City Audiologyhttp://musiccityaudiology.comConnect with Dango:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dangoempireFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/dangocellanempireMusic Featured in this Episode:"Sink Or Swim" - Amber Specific"The Conqueror" - Amber SpecificSupport the showConnect with us:WebsiteInstagramTikTokYouTubeFacebookRecorded at Garden Groove Recording Space, Nashville, TNPodcast Artwork: GENUINE CREATIVE ART ⓒ 2026 Nashville Drummers Podcast, LLC

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. We're here with another segment of Big Fat Five and today's guest is John Stanier of Battles, and if you know anything about powerful, creative, unmistakable drumming, you already know why I was excited for this one. John was also a founding member of Helmet, has played with Tomahawk, and has built one of the most unique voices on the instrument over the last few decades. I saw him play once in Seattle and honestly felt bad for his snare. He hits with so much force, but there's also so much thought behind it. He's a powerhouse, but he's also super articulate, deeply creative, and clearly hears the instrument in his own way. I've known about John for a long time, so getting to finally sit down with him was a real treat, and he did not disappoint. He was kind, energetic, sharp, and just really fun to talk to. JOHN'S BIG FAT FIVE: Artist - Rush Album - Permanent Waves Release Year - 1980 Drummer - Neil Peart - Artist - Siouxsie and the Banshees Album - Juju Release Year - 1981 Key Track - "Arabian Knights" Drummer - Budgie - Artist - Return to Forever Album - No Mystery Release Year - 1975 Key Track - "Sophistifunk" Drummer - Lenny White - Artist - D.O.A. Album - Bloodied But Unbowed Release Year - 1983 Key Tracks - "The Prisoner," "Slumlord," "Waiting For You" Drummer - Chuck Biscuits - Artist - Yes Album - Fragile Release Year - 1972 Key Track - "South Side of the Sky" Drummer - Bill Bruford - HONORABLE MENTIONS: Artist - Led Zeppelin Album - Houses of the Holy Drummer - John Bonham - Artist - Billy Cobham Album - Spectrum Drummer - Billy Cobham --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

My guest this week is Terrance Pettitt from legendary Canadian hardcore band Comeback Kid! We had a great chat about the recent touring he was doing and how busy his schedule has been with CK as well as filling in for the Acacia Strain, and The Devil Wears Prada. I punish him with a million questions about how sick it is to play the song Wake The Dead and we talk about how he didnt have a single rehearsal with Comeback Kid before flying out to start a tour. Hope you enjoy this one and don't forget to subscribe, follow, like and comment! GET MORE ⬇️ PATREON ➡ patreon.com/weretalkindrums MERCH ➡ were-talkin-drums-podcast.creator-spring.com INSTAGRAM ➡ instagram.com/weretalkindrums YOUTUBE ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@weretalkindrumspodcast TWITCH ➡ http://Twitch.tv/coryhdrummer Austin Archey MixWave Drum Kit - https://mixwave.com/products/lorna-shore-austin-archey

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. This week, we're celebrating the release of Mike Robinson's new Food on Tour Guide. Mike has toured with Say Anything, Oliver Tree, K.Flay, and many more and this guide is built from years of eating on the road. It's a curated digital map with more than 2,000 spots across three layers: food, drink, and tiki. It gets updated regularly and helps save you from wasting money on bad meals while touring. To celebrate, Mike, Eric, and I each share five spots that have stood out to us over our combined decades on the road. Once you download the guide, you can find links to all the places mentioned in this episode by searching Drummers on Eating. But in the meantime, here are the picks: Ben's picks: Slick Rock Burrito – Spokane, WA Decibel Sake Bar – New York City, NY Molinari Delicatessen – San Francisco, CA Thai Station – Carrboro, NC Ichiran – Brooklyn, NY Eric's picks: Kopp's – Milwaukee, WI Aqui Con El Nene – Tucson, AZ Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles – Los Angeles, CA Nicoletto's – Nashville, TN Terry Black's BBQ – Texas Mike's picks: Brat House – Milwaukee, WI Sotto – Cincinnati, OH Rossi & Sons – Poughkeepsie, NY Nong's – Portland, OR Mai-Kai – Fort Lauderdale, FL --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

Support Robert: His NTS Show: https://www.nts.live/shows/yayayi His IG: https://www.instagram.com/hoodpass.wic His Music: https://theathenianmarketplace.bandcamp.com/album/ativan-corea   This week we're discussing every album by Boredoms. Formed by vocalist and sole consistent member Yamatsuka Eye (aka Yamantaka Eye, aka Yamataka Eye), Boredoms are one of the most unbelievable bands on the planet. They began as brutal, incredibly abrasive noise, then evolved into psychedelic, experimental krautrock with multiple drummers. How many drummers? Sometimes 3, sometimes 12, sometimes 77, and sometimes 88. There's never been a band like Boredoms before or since.   Intro 00:00 Who Are Boredoms? 6:38 How Robert Discovered Them 8:22 Crazy Japanese Noise Rock Bands 9:22 Hanatarash: The Most Dangerous Band in the World 14:54 How Boredoms Formed 22:34 An*l by An*l EP 23:25 Osorezan no Stooges Kyo 28:56 Soul Discharge 42:00 Pop Tatari 53:30 Chocolate Synthesizer 1:10:13 Super æ 1:30:37 Vision Creation Newsun 1:44:56 Seadrum/House of Sun 1:57:46 77 Boa Drum, 88 Boa Drum 2:03:30 111 Boa Drum 2:17:00 When We Saw Them Live 2:18:04 Where Are They Now? 2:27:16 Closing Thoughts/Outro 2:29:01   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Join the Patreon, it rules: https://www.patreon.com/everyalbumever   Mike's music: Pander Monkey on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple,   Mike on Instagram @pandermonkey Tom on Instagram @tomosmansounds   Tom Osman's stuff: Music on Spotify, Apple, Website Podcast on Spotify, YouTube     ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Mike's Picks: Soul Discharge (1989) -- Best Album Vision Creation Newsun (1999) -- Personal Favorite Seadrum/House of Sun (2004) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite   Robert's Picks: Super ae (1998) -- Best Album Osorezan no Stooges Kyo (1988) -- Personal Favorite Pop Tatari [Reprise version] (1992) -- Worst Album, Least Favorite   Albums we discussed this episode... Anal by Anal EP (1986) Osorezan no Stooges Kyo (1988) Soul Discharge (1989) Pop Tatari (1992) Chocolate Synthesizer (1994) Super æ (1998) Vision Creation Newsun (1999) Seadrum/House of Sun (2004)

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming...a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. In this segment of The Drum Panel, I'm joined by Eric Urrea (Marina City) and Matt Starr (Sarah McLachlan) for a conversation that starts in the weeds and slowly turns into therapy. We kick things off with some proper nerd talk about trash can endings, stingers, and the infamous shugidaboom. From there, the conversation opens up into music education, what band programs still get right, and what probably needs to change if we want young musicians to feel like there's a real place for them. Along the way, we talk about community, ego, self-direction, and why playing with other people is still the part of music you can't really learn from a screen. Then the back half gets more reflective, as we get into success, creative identity, and the weird pressure of trying to make something that actually feels meaningful. --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

After 6 years and 212 episodes, Eddy and I are officially pressing pause on the DRUM with Mike & Eddy podcast.This episode isn't a recap; it's a massive "thank you." To everyone who has tuned in, supported us on Patreon, shared screenshots, or sent us messages since we started this journey in August 2020: we appreciate you more than you know. You got us through a pandemic and gave us a reason to show up and talk drums every single week.Our final lesson to you is the one we are living right now: when an opportunity arises, and the iron is hot, you have to go all in. Both of our professional lives are demanding our full attention right now, and we have to practice what we preach. Please know our friendship is stronger than ever, and we will definitely still be doing things together in the future, but for now, the weekly podcast is hitting the pause button.We would love to hear from you one last time. Send us a DM and let us know your favorite episode or moment from the show.Keep practicing, and we'll see you when we see you!Mike & Eddy!Support the show

In this episode, Dave is joined by community ambassador and drum educator Michael Reschke to break down the biggest mistakes non-drummers make when programming drums.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qMSUlzL6iZAConnect with Michael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelreschke1Support for the 52 Cues Podcast comes from ReelCrafter, the professional way to pitch your production music and know exactly when your cues are heard.Start your free trial at ReelCrafter.com/52Cues!Join the 52 Cues Community! – https://my.52cues.comIt's free to post your cues for feedback from the community, network with other composers, and ask questions about the industry!Plus, member subscribers get extra perks like workshops, livestreams, cue breakdowns, live feedback sessions, hundreds of hours of video archives, and opportunities to submit to real music libraries.One-on-one coaching sessions and video critiques also available at http://52cues.com/coaching!Note: Links may be affiliate links which generate a small commission but at no extra cost to you!

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming...a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. In this segment of The Drum Panel, I'm joined by Eric Urrea (Marina City) and Ralph Alexander (Poppy) for one of those conversations that goes everywhere. We start with life on the road and the physical reality of playing demanding shows night after night. From there we get into practice routines, creativity, and the strange balance between working hard and actually allowing yourself to rest. Eric also brings in a few spicy listener takes, which sparks some fun debates about jazz vs rock, whether technical drummers lose their feel, and the never-ending argument about electronic drums. Somewhere along the way we end up talking about confidence, why most drummers struggle to say they actually like their own playing, and how your influences slowly shape the way you hear the instrument...who'd have thought? In this episode: Ralph shares the story of the Slayer shirt he's carried to every show for over twenty years The first drum parts we learned that actually felt like a real breakthrough A debate about whether learning jazz really makes you a “better” drummer Why some drummers worry that learning more might ruin their feel The role rest and downtime play in creativity Whether electronic drums should even be compared to acoustic drums A rare moment where drummers admit they might actually like their own playing --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

Welcome to Episode 211 of DRUM with Mike & Eddy! This week, we are looking back at the exact turning points that shaped our careers as professional drummers. We're skipping the "hustle culture" buzzwords and getting straight into the reality of what it actually takes to build a life around the kit.Here is what we get into this week:Grail Gear Guilt: Eddy scores a legendary pair of Joey Jordison sticks, and I break down why I couldn't resist dropping my own cash on a 1970s stop-sign badge Gretsch bop kit.The Return of NAMM: Why the drum industry is finally getting its pre-pandemic vibe back and the magic of experiencing gear in person.The Year That Changed Everything: We break down the specific years we had to go all-in. Eddy talks about his intense 2017–2018 transition, and I take it back to 2005–2006—late-night coding, the "two-shake rule" with Amber, and building a 99-cent online lesson site from the ground up.Staying Authentic: Why doubling down on real, honest connection is the only way forward in an AI-heavy world.Enjoy - Mike Jwww.mikeslessons.comSupport the show

From Strongarm to Further Seems Forever: Steve Kleisath on His Music Journey, Touring, and MoreIn this episode, we are joined by drummer Steve Kleisath as he shares his journey from playing drums at age 4 to his early Tampa, Florida band Friend or Foe / Pull, recording at Morrisound Studios, and attending shows at The Ritz, Brass Mug, and more.Steve talks about his time in Strongarm, Shai Hulud, and the formation of Further Seems Forever, including early recordings, tours, and eras. He also discusses other projects like En Masse, Useless Things, and The Darling Fire, as well as ventures outside music, including holding a Guinness World Record for gaming and co-hosting fantasy football podcasts.

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. This is another segment of The Drum Panel featuring myself, Sarab Singh (MUNA), and Brendan Buckley (Shakira). In this episode, we talk about: Getting over the fear of recording at home and figuring out certain techniques later in your career Why some producers and artists choose emotional takes over technically perfect ones When quantizing, sample replacing, or comping starts to blur the line between your playing and studio editing The tension between technique and comfort—and why great technique doesn't always feel great What makes a groove feel “bad,” and how context, consistency, and taste shape that judgment --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

In this episode, we get into what it really takes to prepare to record, and why “jamming to a song” and tracking a song for an artist are two totally different worlds. Eddy shares how he practices and preps parts (often without writing anything down), why e-kits can be a secret weapon for learning technical material, and how to identify the non-negotiables in a drum part when a demo already has programmed drums.We also talk about fighting muscle memory, why simple pop parts can be harder than complex chops, the “less is more” mindset, listening back with ruthless honesty, and the ultimate litmus test: did your drumming make the song better, or did it pull the listener out of it? Plus: the courage to “dare to suck” during the process… because that's where the magic shows up.Enjoy - Mike JSupport the show

What is up? Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. I decided to move this episode toward the top of the feed and revisit it. Last weekend, Tim Very, the drummer for Manchester Orchestra, passed away. While we weren't super close, we stayed in touch over the years. He was kind enough to be part of my first book, and he also came on the podcast to do a Big Fat Five. That's what you're going to hear today. Going back and listening to this conversation was a real gift. Tim was such a creative drummer. Powerful, playful, and always deeply respectful of the song. He knew exactly where to sit in a part. You can hear how thoughtful he was, not just as a musician, but as a person. Quick heads up about the audio. He was calling in from the back of his tour bus over Zoom. The Wi-Fi was rough. There's some generator noise. The first half isn't perfect, but what he says is worth it. About halfway through, the connection dropped completely. And just to show you the kind of guy he was, he re-recorded his final three picks as voice notes and sent them to me so the episode could still come out on time. That's Tim. I first saw him live at The Fillmore in Philadelphia in 2018. I didn't buy a ticket. I was playing upstairs at The Foundry with my band. To get to our dressing room, we had to walk along a path overlooking the main room. Manchester Orchestra was sold out below us. It's either motivation or humiliation, depending on how your tour's going. But I remember watching him and thinking, this guy really understands how to serve a song. So with that said, this is Tim Very's Big Fat Five. The five records that helped shape his playing. I hope you enjoy it. And I hope it inspires you the way it inspired me revisiting it. TIM'S BIG FAT FIVE: - Artist - Foo Fighters  Album - The Colour and the Shape Release Year - 1997  Key Track - "Hey, Johnny Park!"  Drummer - Dave Grohl / William Goldsmith - Artist - AC/DC Album - Highway to Hell Release Year - 1979 Key Track - "Highway to Hell" Drummer - Phil Rudd - Artist - Wilco Album - A Ghost is Born Release Year - 2004 Key Track - "At Least That's What You Said" Drummer - Glenn Kotche - Artist - The Refused Album - The Shape of Punk To Come Release Year - 1998 Key Track - "The Deadly Rhythm" Drummer - David Sandström - Artist - Colour Revolt Album - Plunder, Beg, and Curse Release Year - 2008 Key Track - "Ageless Everytime" Drummer - Len Clark --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

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Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. This episode is a new installment of The Drum Panel, and it's Part One of Two diving into Chick Corea's Cheap But Good Advice For Playing Music in a Group. I'm joined by good friend of mine Rafa Vidal, who also plays with the band Almost Monday, who are currently killing it, and of course Eric Somers-Urrea is back on the panel. We start off reacting to a post from Tommy Igoe about drum education and who should really be setting the agenda in lessons. That opens the door to a bigger conversation about intention, listening, and what it actually means to function inside a band. From there, we break down the first six pieces of Chick's advice and what they look like in real life: Play only what you hear. If you don't hear anything, don't play anything. Don't let your fingers and limbs just wander—place them intentionally. Don't improvise endlessly—play something with intention, develop it or not, but then end off, take a break. Leave space—create space—intentionally create places where you don't play. Make your sound blend. Listen to your sound and adjust it to the rest of the band and the room. We also get into a Rafa's new endeavor called Touch Grooves. Check out more information on that HERE --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today

This week on the podcast, we're joined by Adam Nimmo — touring drummer, creative force, and the mind behind the project Drummer to Drummer. The concept is beautifully simple: a drummer talks to a drummer… and then they drum together.    Through Drummer to Drummer, Adam has carved out space for the musicians who keep the heartbeat of bands alive but don't always get the spotlight. He's sat down with some of the drumming greats, including Josh Trager (Sam Roberts Band), Loel Campbell (Wintersleep), and Steve Lamos (American Football), capturing conversations that are equal parts technical, personal, and deeply human.   As a successful touring drummer himself, Adam recognized a gap in music media — drummers are often overshadowed by singers and front-of-stage personalities. This project is his answer: a platform that celebrates the craft, the discipline, and the community of drummers.   In this episode, we dig into Adam's wild touring adventures, dreams that unexpectedly came true, and how values and ambitions shift as we age. We talk about what “making it” really means, how that definition evolves over time, and the passion that keeps artists going long after the novelty wears off.   This conversation is full of heart, rhythm, and reverence — not just for the instrument, but for the people who dedicate their lives to it. Whether you're a drummer, a music lover, or someone navigating your own evolving dreams, this one hits deep.   Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mikeandkristen   Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/mikeandkristen   Us on the web: www.mikeandkristen.ca Instagram: www.instagram.com/mike_and_kristen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeandkristencreative Shoot us a message! Say hello, tell us who you think we should have on the podcast, and your deepest and darkest secrets: mikeandkristencreative@gmail.com  Review our book "You and Me" on Amazon (it helps a lot!!): https://amzn.to/3qqNCMo Intro song: “A Day in the Life" Outro song: “The Show" both by Mike (Michael S. Ryan) from his upcoming 88 song project Power Chords Mike's site: www.michaelsryan.com Kristen's site: www.kristenherringtonart.com   Adam's YouTube site: https://youtube.com/drummertodrummer   Adam's IG: https://www.instagram.com/adamcaldwellnimmo/?hl=en   Drummer to Drummer IG: https://www.instagram.com/drummertodrummer/?hl=en    

Welcome back to Big Fat Five, a segment of Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. This episode is a first for the show. For the first time ever, Big Fat Five has two hosts. I explain it more at the top of the episode, but today Eric Urrea is joining me as a co-host. Eric's someone I trust musically and personally, and having him in the room added a different kind of energy and flow that I really loved. It felt natural, and honestly, it raised the bar. Our guest today is Patch Mahoney. Patch and I share the same lockout facility, and I walk past his room all the time. I've wanted to have him on the show for a while, not just because he's a great drummer, but because he's genuinely one of the nicest dudes around. Patch plays with Hilary Duff, Bebe Rexha, and many more and has built a career rooted in taste, feel, and adaptability. We sat down and talked through the records that helped shape him into the drummer he is today, and along the way we got into things like practice habits, recording yourself, restraint, gospel influence, drum tones, and how a drummer's voice actually develops over time. And with that, here's Patch Mahoney's Big Fat Five. PATCH'S BIG FAT FIVE: - Artist – Tower Of Power Album – Tower Of Power Release Year – 1973 Key Track – “What Is Hip?” Drummer – David Garibaldi - Artist – Steely Dan Album – Aja Release Year – 1977 Key Track – “Aja” Drummer – Steve Gadd - Artist – Phoenix Album – Bankrupt! Release Year – 2013 Key Track – “Entertainment” Drummer – Thomas Hedlund - Artist – Young The Giant Album – Home Of The Strange Release Year – 2016 Key Track – “Titus Was Born” Drummer – Francois Comtois - Artist – Transformation Worship Album – Overflow: The Album (Live) Release Year – 2024 Key Track – “Impossible? (Nothing At All) – Live” Drummer – Tony Taylor - Honorable Mentions: Glory Sound Prep – Jon Bellion Random Access Memories – Daft Punk The Captain and Me – The Doobie Brothers --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming ... a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. This week's Drum Panel features myself (Ben Hilzinger) alongside Eric Urrea (Marina City) and Gunnar Olsen (Puscifer) aka **The Dream Team** We talk about: The specific tools we each use to stay on top of gigs, holds, and payments The not-so-obvious challenges of over-scheduling and saying “yes” to everything Gunnar's hot take on whether live percussionists should be allowed cymbals How double-drummer bands actually work, including famous examples and personal wish lists The real anxieties and logistics behind committing to tours vs. staying available for “dream” gigs or family Practical advice for 22-year-old drummers moving to new cities—and why being physically local still matters for working players Social media as a calling card: when it helps, when it's oversaturated, and how to post for the gigs you want --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming ... a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum This week's Drum Panel has me joined by Mark Stepro and Kris Mazzarisi for a wide-ranging conversation about what happens when gigs fall through, routines get shaken, and you're forced to rethink how you want to work and live as a drummer. In this episode, we talk about: How to respond when a major gig disappears Why direct, personal outreach still beats mass posts Aging, touring, and shifting priorities Social media's role vs real relationships Practicing vs working, and why confusing them stalls growth Tracking progress without over-measuring Onstage anxiety, depersonalization, and mental spirals Balancing family, business, touring, and sanity Letting go of shame around how your brain works Building a career that isn't dependent on constant touring --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today

On episode 500, Nate made a bold challenge: That if we did not reach 1000 subscribers by the 10-year anniversary, it was time to shut down Notnerd. Well, here we are, and it's time to take an honest look at where the show is and what the future looks like. Will this be the last time we help you tech better? Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) MAIN TOPIC: 10 years and what happens when you post (05:20) Episode 500 - Nate's Challenge Foto Stax Video DAVE'S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Send Low-Quality Photo Previews - Send Photos Faster (19:00) JUST THE HEADLINES: (22:35) Microplastics from washing clothes could be hurting your tomatoes Matthew McConaughey trademarks himself to fight AI misuse China builds hypergravity machine 2,000X stronger than Earth Israel deploys world's first drone defense laser Roblox's AI-powered age verification is a complete mess AI has made Salesforce engineers more productive, so the company has stopped hiring them Officials showed off a robo-bus in DC, it got hit by a Tesla driver LISTENER MAIL: Producer Todd Voicemail (27:05) TAKES: The US Government just followed through on its ban of DJI drones - and it's so much worse than we thought (31:40) iPhone 17 Pro case offers tribute to original 1984 Macintosh (36:40) Microsoft Patch Tuesday January 2026 Edition (37:50) Windows 11 shutdown bug forces Microsoft into out-of-band damage control (39:45) BONUS ODD TAKE: 360-degree panoramas of the interiors of several Star Trek ships (41:00) PICKS OF THE WEEK:  Dave: Maclock WB-8 Wonderboy Innovation Design Co., Ltd. (44:10) Nate: High Fidelity Concert Earplugs for Concerts Musicians，Earplugs for noise reduction，24db Advanced Filter Technology Ear Protection for Music Festivals,DJ's, Nightclub, Drummers - 2 Pairs (Black) (50:15) RAMAZON PURCHASE OF THE WEEK (53:55)

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. This week's Drum Panel features me, Ben Hilzinger, alongside George Martinez (aka @skinnygeorge) and Eric Urrea from Marina City. We talk honestly about rejection, identity, and what actually gets built in the moments when things don't go your way. In this episode, we talk about: Rejection as a mirror, not a verdict, and how quickly one “no” can distort your self-image The danger of ruminating on tiny moments, and how over-analyzing the past steals energy from the present Why authenticity matters more than perfection, and how trying to manage how others see you leads to bad fits The hidden value of “failed” prep, and how deep study always compounds even when the gig disappears The emotional difference between ego pain and income fear, and how each one shapes your reactions Balancing confidence and self-doubt, and why artists need both to stay sharp and grounded How unclear communication creates unnecessary emotional weight, and what that reveals about professional culture Why creative freedom often shows up disguised as disappointment New Year's intentions around health, connection, communication, and long-term sustainability Letting go of shame around how you work, and learning to build systems that actually fit you --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today

Happy Monday, EVERYONE! This week, Eddy and I are geeking out on one of our favorite topics: drum fills. But we aren't just talking about the fastest or choppiest fills; we're talking about the ones that involve PRO-level choices. We break down some absolute genius moments from Aaron Sterling, The RH Factor, Paramore, and Mark Guiliana to figure out exactly why those specific choices elevated the music so perfectly.We also decided to put ourselves in the hot seat. We each brought in a track from our own discographies. Eddy with a Busted track and me with a vintage Simon Says track, to analyze our own decision-making processes in the studio. We realized that whether it's a simple snare hit or a complex linear chop, the best drum fills are rarely about the drumming; they're about the choices. Hope you guys enjoy this deep dive!Enjoy - Mike JSupport the show

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. Happy New Year. This week's Drum Panel features me, Ben Hilzinger, alongside George Martinez (aka @skinnygeorge) and Eric Urrea from Marina City. In this episode, we talk about: Burnout as a signal, not a failure, and how to tell when you actually need to step back The success trap of linking worth to being busy, and how scarcity thinking keeps you stuck Dependability, kindness, and the invisible parts of your reputation that shape your career Grace under pressure, and what tech failures and bad shows reveal about who you are on stage Confidence without arrogance, and how to take your craft seriously without taking yourself too seriously --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

Every year, Eddy and I do a Christmas episode, but this one turned into something way bigger than we expected. We ended up going deep on what we're calling our grail gear. The sticks, cymbals, snares, and full drum kits that shaped us, inspired us, and flat-out made us fall in love with the drums in the first place. From Joey Jordison's blood-red sticks and Dave Weckl hero worship, to wild discontinued cymbals, one-of-a-kind snares, and the drum kits that literally made us want to play, this episode is pure nostalgia mixed with real perspective on how gear influences creativity.Along the way, we talk about why change feels uncomfortable (even when it's good), how our brains resist new ideas, and why, when it's healthy, obsession often pushes us to practice more, play more, and grow. This episode is for anyone who remembers staring at drum catalogs, trusting the drum shop guy, saving every dollar, and dreaming big. It's a Christmas special, a gear episode, and a reminder of why we started doing this in the first place. A Merry Happy Christmas to you all - Mike JSupport the show

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. This week features another batch of my favorite clips over the past year. Let me know if you agreeeee. --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!

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Support this podcasthttps://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddyIn this episode, Eddy and I explore the complex relationship between effort and reward in creative endeavors and where routine fits into it all. We chat about the emotional struggles artists face when their hard work does not yield the recognition or success they expected. Basically, you'll hear us, in real time, struggle with what it's like to care deeply about our craft while facing the reality of unpredictable rewards.- Mike JSupport the show

Support this podcasthttps://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddyCreating a drum fill that connects with everyone, not just drummers, is tough. Creating a signature fill that becomes iconic for an entire generation? That's damn near impossible.In this week's episode, Eddy and I break down how to think about the song first instead of worrying about what other drummers might think. We talk about musical responsibility, writing “hooks” on the drums, and how to craft fills that actually elevate the music instead of cluttering it.And yes… somewhere along the way we also dive into the global matcha shortage (because, of course we do). LOL. Enjoy - Mike JSupport the show