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Discussions in Percussion
#421 Joe Bergamini: Drummer, Educator, Author and More!

Discussions in Percussion

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 88:06


Damon gets to talk to Joe about his new Billy Cobham book, hearing protection, Dom Famularo, Hudson Music, The Percussive Arts Society and more! There's other segments too, including gig alerts and music news. 

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
E214: Live From My Drum Room With Ilan Rubin!

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 82:57


Send us a textMy guest is drummer and multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer and author, Ilan Rubin. In this episode we talk about Ilan's incredible career including being the youngest musician to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Nine Inch Nails, performing at Woodstock '99 at age 10, winning Modern Drummer's Best Undiscovered Drummer Award in 2001 and performing at the Modern Drummer Festival at age 12. We do a deep dive into Ilan's solo track "24HR Fix" and much more! We also discuss his new drum book, "Start Somewhere To Go Somewhere" available through Hudson Music. https://hudsonmusic.com/product/start-somewhere-to-go-somewhere/?wcacra=7170590 So come along for the ride and please subscribe! Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! is a series of conversations with legendary drummers and Music Industry icons, hosted by drummer and music industry veteran, John DeChristopher, drawing from his five decades in the Music Industry. Created in 2020, and ranked BEST Drum Podcast, "Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher!" gives the audience an insider's view that only John can offer. And no drummers are harmed on any shows! Please subscribe!Exciting news! 100% of the proceeds from Live From My Drum Room T-shirts goes toward a newly created Live From My Drum Room Scholarship with the Percussive Arts Society! https://pas.org/pasic/scholarships/ Live From My Drum Room T-shirts are made of soft 60%cotton/40% polyester. Available in XS-2XL. $25 includes shipping in the contiguous US. Payment with Venmo: @John-DeChristopher-2. Be sure to include your size and shipping address. Email: livefrommydrumroom@gmail.com. Thank you to everyone who's bought a shirt to help support this endeavor!https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
E207: 35th Anniversary of the Buddy Rich Memorial Concert With VERY Special Guests!

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 82:47


Send us a textAn epic episode of Live From My Drum Room celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the Buddy Rich Memorial Concert on October 14, 1989 in Los Angeles, widely considered the greatest drumming event in history. My guests are the drummers and people who made it possible: Steve Gadd, Vinnie Colaiuta, Dave Weckl, Gregg Bissonette & Dennis Chambers, along with Cathy Rich who produced the show and Rob Wallis of Hudson Music (formerly DCI video) who captured it on film for all of posterity. It was the first time all of us had been together at the same time since that incredible night 35 years ago. The show aired live exactly 35 years to the day - October 14, 2024, in front of a LIVE audience of 40,000 viewers! We shared stories and memories of the event and the late Louie Bellson. (The podcast includes bonus content with Steve Gadd remembering Louie, which was not included in the livestream!) So come along for the ride and please subscribe! Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! is a series of conversations with legendary drummers and Music Industry icons, hosted by drummer and music industry veteran, John DeChristopher, drawing from his five decades in the Music Industry. Created in 2020, and ranked BEST Drum Podcast, "Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher!" gives the audience an insider's view that only John can offer. And no drummers are harmed on any shows! Please subscribe!Exciting news! 100% of the proceeds from Live From My Drum Room T-shirts goes toward a newly created Live From My Drum Room Scholarship with the Percussive Arts Society! https://pas.org/pasic/scholarships/ Live From My Drum Room T-shirts are made of soft 60%cotton/40% polyester. Available in XS-2XL. $25 includes shipping in the contiguous US. Payment with Venmo: @John-DeChristopher-2. Be sure to include your size and shipping address. Email: livefrommydrumroom@gmail.com. Thank you to everyone who's bought a shirt to help support this endeavor!https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

The Rich Redmond Show
Broadway Booksmarts w/Joe Bergamini :: Ep 187 The Rich Redmond Show

The Rich Redmond Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 89:55


Joe Bergamini maintains a diverse career as a drumming performer and educator. Enjoying various styles of playing, he is known for his progressive rock drumming in the bands Happy the Man and 4Front, and he is the current international touring drummer for The Doo-Wop Project. Based in the New York area, Joe has worked extensively on Broadway. In 2018, he held the drum chair for the Broadway production of Gettin' the Band Back Together, and he has also performed at over 15 other shows including Movin' Out, Jersey Boys, Rock of Ages, In the Heights, Beautiful (The Carole King Musical), Hamilton, The Lion King, Million Dollar Quartet, and others. Joe has also appeared on the first national tours of Movin' Out, Jersey Boys and Beautiful, and with major symphony orchestras including the Philly Pops and the Detroit, Nashville, Seattle, San Diego, Indianapolis and Vancouver Symphony Orchestras. A best-selling drum set author, Joe has won four Modern Drummer Readers Poll awards for his drum books, including best drum book of 2013 for Neil Peart: Taking Center Stage. In 2023 he wrote GADD: A Life in Time, the authorized musical biography of Steve Gadd, under Gadd's supervision and with his extensive involvement. He is also the author of The Working Drummer's Chart Book, Stewart Copeland: Drumming in The Police and Beyond, Drum Techniques of Led Zeppelin, and several other books. As the Senior Drum Editor for Hudson Music since 2009, Joe has worked closely with many of the world's greatest drummers, acting as editor on books with Steve Gadd, David Garibaldi, Steve Smith, Liberty DeVitto, Mark Guiliana, Tommy Igoe, Stanton Moore, Todd Sucherman, and many others. In 2007, Joe co-founded the publishing company Wizdom Media LLC with his late teacher and friend Dom Famularo,  and continues to run the company. Their books are distributed physically by Alfred Music and digitally by Hudson Music. Since 2015, Joe has also been Education Consultant for Sabian, designing and directing the Sabian Education Network for drum teachers. Recognized internationally as an educator, Joe has given hundreds of drum clinics in schools, retail stores, and conventions. He has appeared at the Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) multiple times, the Ultimate Drummers Weekend (Melbourne, Australia), the Cape Breton Drum Festival (Nova Scotia, Canada), KOSA (Vermont, USA), and the Sonny Emory Drum Camp (Atlanta, USA), and has done two clinic tours for Tama Drums. He has been teaching privately at his own studio for over 30 years. Among Joe's many private students who have gone on to pro careers is world-renowned jazz drummer Mark Guiliana. Joe proudly endorses Tama drums, Sabian cymbals, Vic Firth sticks, Evans drumheads, Latin Percussion.    Things That Came Up:  -1:40 The glory of the New Jersey “jug handle”  -2:40 Played Broadway for 15 years and now subbing  -5:09 Inspired by the Buddy Rich Memorial scholarship performances, in which great rock drummers played Big Band music very well -9:30 Subbing for Andre Ferraro and “In the Heights” -10:50 The “job” of subbing on Broadway is making them not miss the original guy. It's like being in the most detailed tribute band in the world. -18:20 Joe played Rush covers note for note -29:30 Strong transcription got Joe the job as the drum editor at Carl Fischer -32:30 Then became the drum editor for Hudson Music, a small company  -33:30 Books with Neil Peart, Stewart Copeland, Steve Gadd and now, Billy Cobham -35:00 As Hudson's drum editor, also worked with David Garibaldi and Steve Smith -38:20 Everyone check out the Hudson Digital Library  -40:00 Ron Wallis and Paul Siegel bought The Drummers Collective together and built an empire with true entrepreneurial spirit  -42:20 The Sabian Education Network (SEN) -44:40 Dom Famularo was Joe's mentor starting at 19 -47:30 NAMM and PASIC are STILL great to do! -49:20 www.workingdrummercharts.com -56:00 Original drummer for Jersey Boys was Clint DeGanon (one of the busiest drummers in NYC) -58:50 Joe's experience with working with Symphony conductors -65:50 The “Jazz period” after high school. Studied with John Riley  -1:10:50 The band FOREFRONT. “Malice in Wonderland” is the album Joe is most proud of.  -1:11:45 The band HAPPY THE MAN -1:12:30 Joe's son Nick just graduated from New Jersey City College and is going pro! -1:14:50 “The Fave 5” -1:29:30 Read the paper!!! -1:30:30 “Life beyond the cymbals” includes visiting the National Parks. Joe has been to 260 our of 400. Bird watching as well    Follow:  www.joebergamini.com IG: @joebergamini  FB: @joebergamini    The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 25 of which have been #1 hits!   Follow Rich: @richredmond www.richredmond.com   Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.   Follow Jim:   @jimmccarthy www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com www.itsyourshow.co  

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
E199: Live From My Drum Room With Narada Michael Walden!

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 99:59


Send us a Text Message.My guest is legendary drummer, composer and Grammy-winning producer, Narada Michael Walden! We do a deep dive into Narada's incredible 50 plus year career, including Mahavishnu Orchestra, Weather Report, Jeff Beck, Tommy Bolin, Journey and much more! We also talk about this comprehensive new retrospective, "Narada Michael Walden: Drumming, Spirit and Music" written by Aubrey Dayle and available through Hudson Music, which contains transcriptions, interviews, video lessons, Foreward by Billy Cobham and much more! Come along for the ride, and please subscribe! To order: https://hudsonmusic.com/product/narada-michael-walden-drumming-spirit-and-music/?wcacra=7796239 Check out Narada's latest release, "Euphoria" https://bfan.link/euphoria-naradamichaelwalden Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! is a series of conversations with legendary drummers and Music Industry icons, hosted by drummer and music industry veteran, John DeChristopher, drawing from his five decades in the Music Industry. Created in 2020, and ranked BEST Drum Podcast, "Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher!" gives the audience an insider's view that only John can offer. And no drummers harmed on any show! Please subscribe!Exciting news! 100% of the proceeds from Live From My Drum Room T-shirts goes toward a newly created Live From My Drum Room Scholarship with the Percussive Arts Society! https://pas.org/pasic/scholarships/ Live From My Drum Room T-shirts are made of soft 60%cotton/40% polyester. Available in XS-2XL. $25 includes shipping in the contiguous US. Payment with Venmo: @John-DeChristopher-2. Be sure to include your size and shipping address. Email: livefrommydrumroom@gmail.com. Thank you to everyone who's bought a shirt - you've helped support this endeavor!https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
E195: Live From My Drum Room With Bruce Becker!

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 74:16


Send us a Text Message.My guest is Master Teacher, Author and Drummer, Bruce Becker! Bruce and I do a deep dive into his long and successful career, including forming and co-leading The David Becker Tribune with his brother David Becker, his 30 plus years studying with legendary drum guru Freddie Gruber, developing his teaching concept, "The Flow" and much more! So come along for the ride and please subscribe! All episodes are available on YouTube and all podcast platforms! Live From My Drum Room T-shirts are available! Made of soft 60%cotton/40% polyester. Available in sizes XS-2XL. $25 including shipping in the contiguous US! Payment with Venmo: @John-DeChristopher-2. Be sure to include your size and shipping address. Email for more info: livefrommydrumroom@gmail.com. Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! is a series of conversations with legendary drummers and Music Industry icons, hosted by drummer and music industry veteran, John DeChristopher, drawing from his five decades in the Music Industry. Created in 2020, and ranked BEST Drum Podcast, "Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher!" gives the audience an insider's view that only John can offer. And no drummers are harmed on any shows! Please subscribe! https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

Breakfast with Vinnie!
Episode 38 - Special Guest Bruce Becker

Breakfast with Vinnie!

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 64:48


Spanning more than four decades as an educator, Master Teacher Bruce Becker has been bringing forward unique concepts in developing “The Flow”, getting his students to understand the natural principles of the physical body's interaction with the drum set. Through the years Top Drummers like David Garibaldi, Tris Imboden, Mark Schulman, Daniel Glass, Glen Sobel, have sought his guidance.  Bruce Becker co-led the David Becker Tribune for 35 years recording 10 CDs.  Bruce has conducted master classes all over the world and most recently has been a regular contributor to Drumeo creating the very successful Drum Technique Made Easy course. He is the author of “Puzzles Rhymes and Riddles” and the DVD “Concepts and Philosophies”. His latest book released through Hudson Music, “The Ultimate Guide to Syncopation”, is an in depth guide to the classic book “Syncopation” by Ted Reed to achieve fluidity of movement, phrasing and independence. www.brucebecker.com

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
E191: Jeff Porcaro Stories with Robyn Flans!

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 101:45


My guest is author Robyn Flans and in this episode we discuss her book, "Moments In Time: Jeff Porcaro Stories" available through Hudson Music. This episode aired "live" on April 29, 2024, which was also Joe Porcaro's 94th Heavenly birthday. So come along for the ride and please subscribe! Check out E186: Jeff Porcaro's 70th Birthday with Robyn Flans & Gary Katz! https://youtu.be/BC8ZeWzkPN4?si=cvPokPuZYqvHXetvTo order "Moments In Time: Jeff Porcaro Stories": To order "Moments In Time": https://hudsonmusic.com/product/moments-in-time-jeff-porcaro-stories/?wcacra=5620323Live From My Drum Room T-shirts are available now! Made of soft 60%cotton/40% polyester. Available in sizes XS-3XL$25 including shipping in the contiguous US! Payment with Venmo: @John-DeChristopher-2For orders outside the US or questions email me for more info: livefrommydrumroom@gmail.comLive From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! is a series of conversations with legendary drummers and Music Industry icons, hosted by drummer and music industry veteran, John DeChristopher, drawing from his five decades in the Music Industry. Created in 2020, and ranked BEST Drum Podcast, "Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher" gives the audience an insider's view that only John can offer. And no drummers are harmed during any shows! Please subscribe!https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
E186: Jeff Porcaro's 70th Birthday with Robyn Flans and Gary Katz!

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 90:49


A special episode in honor of Jeff Porcaro's 70th birthday! I'm joined by Robyn Flans, author of "Moments In Time: Jeff Porcaro Stories" available through Hudson Music, and legendary Steely Dan producer, Gary Katz! Gary shared some wonderful stories about Jeff, including the first time he met Jeff and David Paich when they were brought in to record "Night By Night" for Steely Dan's "Pretzel Logic" album. We also played a few of Jeff's many incredible recordings, and much more! So come along for the ride and please subscribe! To order "Moments In Time": https://hudsonmusic.com/product/moments-in-time-jeff-porcaro-stories/?wcacra=5620323Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! is a series of conversations with legendary drummers and Music Industry icons, hosted by drummer and music industry veteran, John DeChristopher, drawing from his five decades in the Music Industry. Created in 2020, and ranked BEST Drum Podcast, "Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher" gives the audience an insider's view that only John can offer. And no drummers are harmed during any shows! Please subscribe!https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

Broadway Drumming 101
Podcast #74 - Pat Petrillo

Broadway Drumming 101

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2024 65:26


Hailing from New Brunswick, New Jersey, Pat Petrillo is a world-renowned drummer who has significantly impacted the drumming industry over many years. His impressive career includes collaborations with an eclectic range of artists spanning various genres. Some notable musicians he's worked with include Patti LaBelle, Gloria Gaynor, Oz Noy, Chieli Minucci, Ed Hamilton, and Glen Burtnik, and his contributions to numerous Broadway shows such as "A Chorus Line," "Grease," "Footloose," "Newsies," and "Dreamgirls."Broadway Drumming 101 is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Pat Petrillo is the frontman of the Big Rhythm Band, a group of exceptional musicians based in New York City. Their latest album, "The Power Station Sessions," showcases nine tracks brimming with infectious grooves in the Contemporary Instrumental category. The record features guest appearances by acclaimed artists like Nile Rodgers, John Popper, Oz Noy, and more. Notably, their debut album, "The Abbey Road Sessions," won the Top 20 on Relix/Jambands.com charts.In addition to his music career, Pat Petrillo is a respected educator in the drumming community. He has created popular instructional videos available on Drumeo.com, and his published books and DVDs through Hudson Music have inspired and educated countless drummers worldwide. Pat's teaching experience extends to his time as an instructor at Drummers Collective in New York City for many years.Currently, he serves as a visiting adjunct instructor at the Musicians Institute in Hollywood, where he continues to share his wealth of drumming knowledge through clinic performances and master classes across the globe.Click here for more: https://patpdrummer.comBroadway Drumming 101 is your digital mentor with an unwavering commitment to empowering musicians with the essential tools and guidance needed to excel as professional musicians. BD101 stands as your comprehensive resource center, delivering specialized mentorship and meticulously curated resources exclusively designed for aspiring musicians on their journey to a thriving career in musical theater.For more about Clayton Craddock, click here: www.claytoncraddock.com Get full access to Broadway Drumming 101 at broadwaydrumming101.substack.com/subscribe

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
E174: Live From My Drum Room - "Gadd: A Life In Time"

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 89:38


In this episode, we do a deep dive into Hudson Music's retrospective on Steve Gadd, "Gadd: A Life In Time." My guests are the legendary Steve Gadd himself, along with Rob Wallis and Joe Bergamini of Hudson Music. Rob and Joe share insights on the development of the book, which includes interviews, song transcriptions, never before-seen-photos and much more! Also some of Steve's iconic recordings with commentary from Steve. So come along for the ride! Please Subscribe! Order the book: https://hudsonmusic.com/product/gadd-a-life-in-time/Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0VuviBX7x98EfMubpCqmS9?si=2e39586de4764a3a&nd=1&dlsi=3d6007ebfd564023"Live From My Drum Room" is hosted by drummer and music industry veteran, John DeChristopher, and is a series of intimate "conversations" with legendary drummers and music industry friends, drawing from John's five decades in the music industry. Ranked best Drum Podcast, it's a peek behind the curtain that only John can offer. And no drummers are harmed during any broadcasts!https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

The Musicians Mentor
Episode 33 - Adam Nussbaum (John Scofield, Stan Getz)

The Musicians Mentor

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 59:57


In episode 33 of the 'Musicians Mentor' podcast, I'm pleased to announce that I talk with someone that I consider to be one of the greatest drummers on the planet - New York's own, Adam Nussbaum. Adam is a remarkable player who has a list of credits that would simply be impossible for me to completely list. Among those that he has performed/played with though, are none other than musical giants like John Scofield, Gil Evans, John Abercrombie and Stan Getz. He has also been highly involved with drum education over the years and can been found on projects like 'Hudson Music's - Playing With Brushes DVD' among many other highly rated releases. Adam recently released his first album as a band leader entitled, 'Leadbelly Reimagined', which I cannot recommend enough. For more information on Adam Nussbaum, please visit - www.adamnussbaum.net or www.adamnussbaum.com For more information on Travis Marc, please visit - www.travismarc.com For more information on the Musicians Mentor, please visit www.musicians-mentor.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musiciansmentor/support

Drummers Pathway Podcast
Episode 29 - Rob Wallis (Hudson Music)

Drummers Pathway Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 57:10


This episode features my conversation with Rob Wallis. Rob is the co-founder, along with Paul Seigel, of DCI Music, that has produced many classic drum education video releases which are considered to be essential viewing. Rob went on to establish Hudson Music and is highly regarded as a leader in the drum publishing industry. Although best known for his contribution to drum education, Rob is still an active drummer on the scene and finds passion through remaining a vital part of the drum community. In our conversation, we reflect back on many of the classic projects in which he has been involved. We also discuss how the drum education industry has evolved, and get a preview of some of the amazing upcoming projects that Hudson Music has in the works. Follow Rob at https://www.facebook.com/rob.wallis.142 Check out Hudson Music https://hudsonmusic.com

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Off The Vine with Kaitlyn Bristowe
Harry Hudson: Music & Mediation for Healing

Off The Vine with Kaitlyn Bristowe

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 67:23


Two Gemini b!tches with big hearts are in the studio today, sipping on Pink Agua and talking about some pretty deep stuff. Harry Hudson, an incredible singer-songwriter, joins Kaitlyn to share his difficult yet inspiring story. Music was always his passion but it wasn't until after his cancer diagnosis at age 20 that he really understood the role it played in his life. Harry opens up about how his cancer journey changed his life from the unexpected reception of the diagnosis to where he is now. He's learned a lot in his (short) 30 years, and wants to share this knowledge with everyone through music and his new charity, “Hey, I'm Here for You.” We find out why he chose Nashville to build the first Hey, I'm Here For You Teen Lounge in partnership with Teen Cancer America and his friend Kylie Jenner, and how YOU can help. Plus, stick around until the end to hear a snippet of his newest song, Emotional Hangover! Thank you to our sponsors! Check out these deals for the Vinos: MUDWTR - Go to mudwtr.com/otv to support the show and use code OTV for 15% off. ANGI - Your home for everything home. JENNI KAYNE - Find your forever pieces at jennikayne.com/home, and get 15% off your first order when you use code VINE at checkout. PROGRESSIVE - Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 29 million drivers who trust Progressive. APARTMENTS.COM - The place to find a place.

Drummers Pathway Podcast
Episode 9 -Joe Bergamini (Drummer/Educator)

Drummers Pathway Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2023 81:28


On this episode, my guest is Joe Bergamini. Embracing many diverse musical styles, he is well-known for his progressive rock drumming in a variety of bands including Happy the Man and 4Front. Currently, Joe tours internationally as the drummer for The Doo-Wop Project, and he has worked extensively on Broadway.  Recognized internationally as an educator, he has given hundreds of clinics in a variety in schools and conventions. He has also been teaching privately at his own studio for over 30 years.  In 2015 he became Education Consultant for Sabian, designing and directing the Sabian Education Network for drum teachers and has been the Senior Drum Editor for Hudson Music since 2009. In our interview, we talk about the importance of developing your fundamental skills so you are ready to pursue any new opportunities, even when they are unexpected. We also discuss the value of staying committed to your craft so you are ready to embrace any new challenges and why it's important to work towards maintaining a good work/life balance. Follow Joe at https://www.joebergamini.com

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
E127: Live From My Drum Room - Remembering Lennie DiMuzio! 4-29-23

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 92:14


A special episode of Live From My Drum Room remembering Music Industry icon and Artist Relations pioneer, Lennie DiMuzio! Lennie is best known for his 40+ years working at Zildjian, most notably in Artist Relations, as well as other key roles, and John is joined by Lennie's daughter, Therese DiMuzio, and old friends and Zildjian alumni Colin Schofield, Jerry Donegan, Paul Francis, John Sorenson and Bill Morgan, along with Rob Wallis of Hudson Music, DCI Video and Drummers Collective. The group shared stories about Lennie during their time working at Zildjian, many involving Lennie's storied friendship with the legendary Armand Zildjian. The recurring theme throughout the episode is how much Lennie loved working in the Drum Industry and with drummers, and how much he was loved by everyone who ever met him. They also talk about Lennie's hilarious memoir, “Tales From The Cymbal Bag” which is still available through Amazon.com. Lennie passed away in March 2015. He would have celebrated his 90th Birthday on May 4th. Watch for a future episode with legendary drummers remembering Lennie DiMuzio!  Check out John's new show, “TrackTalk" on YouTube @livefrommydrumroom and all Podcast platforms! https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

The Laura Flanders Show
Muslim Americans in the Media: From Islamophobia to Power

The Laura Flanders Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2023 30:15


This show is made possible by you!  To become a sustaining member go to LauraFlanders.org/donate  Thank you for your continued support!What does it mean to be a Muslim American in a society plagued by dangerous stereotypes and misconceptions? Hiba Ansari and Daria Mogahed share their insights on the challenges faced by this diverse community, highlighting the importance of good reporting, recognizing their contributions to America's history, and drawing parallels with the experiences of the Black community.Listen in as Laura Flanders along with Dalia Mogahed, Director of Research, Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU) and fellow journalists S. Mitra Kalita and Dalia Mogahed from the URL Media Network discuss the Muslim community's role in America as co-builders, emphasizing the importance of centering joy and entertainment as well as engaging in civic activities. Explore the multifaceted world of Muslim Americans, their contributions, and aspirations, as our panelists stress the need for politicians to engage with them and never take their vote for granted."I grew up immediately post 9/11 in an Internet world where oftentimes the only people I was seeing on TV that might have looked a little bit like me or people in my family were usually victims of war . . . And that can perpetuate really harmful stereotypes, about Muslim women especially." - Hibah Ansari"I've been covering the Muslim community in New York City pretty much since after 9/11. This has been my whole trajectory for my career. But I have never seen a moment like this." - Mitra Kalita“Why would you wait for someone to welcome you in your own home? If we don't feel like this is ours and ours to build and ours to fight for, we will never be truly equal in this country.” - Dalia MogahedGuests:S. Mitra Kalita: Co-Founder, URL MediaHibah Ansari: Reporter, Sahan JournalDalia Mogahed: Director of Research, Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU) Full Show Notes are located HERE.  They include related episodes, articles, and more to dive deeper.Music In the Middle:   The Jimpster remix of “Mba-Mba” by Sid Vaga  & Nickodemus featuring Beni-Fadi , courtesy of Turntables on the Hudson Music.  Additional music,  'Steppin' by Podington Bear. Chapters:(0:00:03) - Challenging Stereotypes of Muslim Americans(0:14:38) - Muslim Co-Builders Chapter Summaries:(0:00:03) - Challenging Stereotypes of Muslim Americans (15 Minutes)Challenges faced by Muslim Americans due to dangerous stereotypes and misconceptions are discussed, highlighting the diversity within the Muslim community and the need for good reporting to challenge stereotypes. The conversation explores Muslim Americans' civic engagement and political leadership strides, as well as the similarities between their experiences and those of the Black community, particularly regarding law enforcement and surveillance. The discussion concludes with the mainstreaming of Muslims, including a recent Minneapolis City Council ordinance allowing public broadcast of the Islamic call to prayer five times a day. (0:14:38) - Muslim Co-Builders (16 Minutes)The Muslim community's role in America includes being co-builders and recognizing their contributions to the country's history. Mutual aid is a critical part of the Muslim community, as is centering joy and entertainment. The diverse community's voting habits indicate that politicians should engage with them and not take their votes for granted. Shownotes created by https://podium.page 

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
E124: Live From My Drum Room - Remembering Pete Zeldman With Special Guests!

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 53:39


John is joined by a distinguished panel of legendary and highly respected drummers to remember their friend and world renowned drummer and educator, Pete Zeldman. Pete was a longtime faculty member of the renown Drummers Collective in New York. Jeff “Tain” Watts, Kenwood Dennard, Rob Wallis, Jason Gianni, Tobias Ralph, Andy Sanesi and Cherie Dennard shared wonderful and touching stories, as well as comments on behalf of legendary drummers and friends, Vinnie Colaiuta and Bob Moses, who were unable to join. The panel also remembered the late Frank Katz, a phenomenal drummer best remembered for his incredible drumming with “Brand X" and a former student and later faculty member of Drummers Collective.  Pete was a guest on Vinnie Colaiuta's fantastic podcast, “Breakfast With Vinnie - E26 Special Guest Pete Zeldman” which you can download here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breakfast-with-vinnie/id1478494671?i=1000599113211Download and purchase information for Pete's solo work is available HERE on Pete's website: http://pete-zeldman.com/page2/CDs.html Subscribe to Live From My Drum Room! and “TrackTalk” a brand new series exclusively on Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! “TrackTalk" features iconic tracks, with iconic drum parts, and the drummers who played them! TrackTalk is an insiders' view on your favorite songs, by the drummers who helped create them!  @livefrommydrumroom ​https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
TrackTalk With Steve Gadd: "Aja" Dissected!

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 41:53


Episode 2 of TrackTalk and John's guest is the legendary Steve Gadd! John and Steve do a deep dive into Steely Dan's iconic track, "Aja." Steve provides commentary and anecdotes and answers many of the questions surrounding this legendary and iconic track. Please subscribe! https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_roomwww.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

Sarah Hagan Backstage
Sarah Hagan Backstage with Pat Petrillo

Sarah Hagan Backstage

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2023 59:04


Pat Petrillo is known for his popular instructional videos on Drumeo.com and his DVDs and books with Hudson Music. He is a really fantastic educator, and he has a brand-new album out called "The Power Station Sessions". Pat shares a bit about his history, his philosophy, and gives us a whole lot of insight into the new album! Come along with me as I catch up with Pat Petrillo! Follow Pat on Instagram: Pat Petrillo (@patpdrummer) • Instagram photos and videos Pat's Website: Home Page - Pat Petrillo (patpdrummer.com) Pat's YouTube: Pat Petrillo - YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
E112: Live From My Drum Room With John Riley! 1-11-23

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 75:16


John's guest is world renowned drummer, educator and author, John Riley. John talks about his 30 plus years as the drummer with the legendary Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, his early studies with Joe Morello, and his long association with Manhattan School of Music. They also do a deep dive into John's new book, “The Master Drummer” and his previous best selling books “Art of Bop Drumming” and “Beyond Bop Drumming” which are considered classic and essential drumming resources. John also relates the incredible story of his audition for Frank Zappa and much more! https://linktr.ee/live_from_my_drum_room

Working Drummer
398 - Tim Carman: Touring & Recording with GA-20, His Shuffle Love Affair, "Haynes-isms"

Working Drummer

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 55:49


Based in Boston, MA, Tim is an international touring musician, session drummer, educator, and published author with both Alfred Music and Hudson Music. Tim currently records and tours extensively with GA-20, a three-time Billboard #1 blues trio signed to Karma Chief/Colemine records. He also leads two of his own projects: Tim Carman & The Street 45s—a world-groove inspired funk band—and the Tim Carman Trio—a vintage organ jazz trio (à la Jimmy Smith) nominated for “Jazz Act of the Year (2022)” by the Boston Music Awards. Along with performing, Tim is a dedicated educator who has released four drum books: Haynes-ISM (2022 via Hudson Music), Groove Systems (2021 via Hudson Music), Shape Beats: Drum Notation Simplified (2020), and Shape Beats for Kids (2017 via Alfred Music).  In this episode, Tim talks about The easy decision to commit full time to GA-20 in 2018 His experience at Berklee  Learning to make experimentation part of practicing Versing himself in Chicago blues, and the shuffles of Fred Below, Ted Harvey, and others The more jazz-based projects he leads, and playing with B3 organ

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
E84: Live From My Drum Room/Modern Drummer Podcast With David Garibaldi! 4-20-22

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 53:20


John's guest is the legendary David Garibaldi! David and John discussed his incredible career with Tower of Power, and his concept for creating some of the most iconic and timeless drum beats in history, including his signature groove for TOP's timeless classic, “What Is Hip.” David talks about his influences for creating his own unique style as one of the preeminent funk drummers and one of the most important drummers of our time. David also discusses about his new book, “DG's Notebook My Path To The Groove - Ideas From A Beat Collector” his first drum set he used on the early TOP records, his drum sound and much more!

An Awful Lot Of Running A Doctor Who Podcast
Episode 20: The Two Jacks, Featuring Jack Reeves

An Awful Lot Of Running A Doctor Who Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2022 123:25


In this episode, we are joined by Doctor Who Community Show, and Doctor Who Road host Jack Reeves! We talk about both, field listener questions for Jack and then break down our top 5 Multi-Doctor moments in all Doctor Who! Our new theme is provided by the lovely and talented Hudson Music, please check them out at https://www.youtube.com/c/HudsonMusic They also take commissions at https://hudsonmusicyt.weebly.com

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
Episode 72: Live From My Drum Room - Remembering Buddy Rich With Cathy Rich & Gregg Potter! 2-6-22

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 65:20


My guests are Cathy Rich and Gregg Potter. As we approach 35 years since his passing, we discussed Cathy's Dad, the legendary Buddy Rich. Cathy shared stories about the man whom is considered by many to the greatest drummer of all time.

Hard Rock Sofa - Side One Radio Show
Hard Rock Sofa - Side One Radio Show #92

Hard Rock Sofa - Side One Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 61:23


01 Dames Brown feat. Andrés & Amp Fiddler - What Would You Do? (12" Mix) [Defected] 02 Tom Leeland - The Sound You Need (Original Mix) [Little Jack] 03 Soul Central - Give It To You (Sgt Slick's Extended Melbourne ReCut) [Vicious] 04 Andrea Carissimi, DJ Fopp, Mr. V - No Turning Back (Original Mix) [House Deluxe] 05 Georgie Porgie - Life Goes On (DAN:ROS Remix) [I Am House] 06 Joe Diem & Guezmark - Know That (Original Mix) [Cruise Music] 07 Westend - Perfect (Extended Mix) [D4 DANCE] 08 Gianmarco Limenta - Shake (Original Mix) [Get In Tone ] 09 Claptone & Like Mike feat. Mansionair - Right Into You (Martin Ikin Extended Remix) [Different (Pias)] 10 Nomerci x Groovenatics - This Is How We Do It (Extended) [Zero Deep] 11 Johnny Stayer - Breakin' My Heart (Original Mix) [Panthera] 12 Sinner & James - Give Me A Feeling (Extended Mix) [Motive] 13 Millok & Kingja - Riu (N'Dini Mix) [Turntables on the Hudson Music]

Hard Rock Sofa - Side One Radio Show
Hard Rock Sofa - Side One Radio Show Episode #092

Hard Rock Sofa - Side One Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 61:22


01 Dames Brown feat. Andrés & Amp Fiddler - What Would You Do? (12" Mix) [Defected] 02 Tom Leeland - The Sound You Need (Original Mix) [Little Jack] 03 Soul Central - Give It To You (Sgt Slick's Extended Melbourne ReCut) [Vicious] 04 Andrea Carissimi, DJ Fopp, Mr. V - No Turning Back (Original Mix) [House Deluxe] 05 Georgie Porgie - Life Goes On (DAN:ROS Remix) [I Am House] 06 Joe Diem & Guezmark - Know That (Original Mix) [Cruise Music] 07 Westend - Perfect (Extended Mix) [D4 DANCE] 08 Gianmarco Limenta - Shake (Original Mix) [Get In Tone ] 09 Claptone & Like Mike feat. Mansionair - Right Into You (Martin Ikin Extended Remix) [Different (Pias)] 10 Nomerci x Groovenatics - This Is How We Do It (Extended) [Zero Deep] 11 Johnny Stayer - Breakin' My Heart (Original Mix) [Panthera] 12 Sinner & James - Give Me A Feeling (Extended Mix) [Motive] 13 Millok & Kingja - Riu (N'Dini Mix) [Turntables on the Hudson Music]

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East Main Podcast
It Was Twenty Years Ago Today: Brian Brodeur in Conversation with Bob Harris, Part 1

East Main Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2021 21:00


In a multi-episode series, Harris and Brodeur look back at the last twenty years of Brodeur's career. Starting out under the NewYorkDVD brand, Brodeur found success in the Music Education market, working on projects for Music Sales (Wise Music Group), Carl Fischer Music, Hal Leonard Publishing, Fender Guitars and Hudson Music. DVD projects included artists such as Dave Weckl, Steve Gadd, Vinnie Colaiuta, Victor Wooten, Steve Smith, John Blackwell, Thomas Lang, Mike Portnoy, Peter Erskine, Phil Collins, Tommy Igoe, Gregg Bissonette, John Entwistle and Neil Peart.

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
Episode 39: Live From My Drum Room With Steve Gadd! 5-21-21

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 86:07


Another hilarious conversation with my old friend, the legendary Steve Gadd! Steve and I discussed his book, "Gaddiments" as well as the late, legendary Roger Hawkins. Rob Wallis of Hudson Music the publisher for "Gaddiments" joined us for an inside look at the book. Steve shared many insights on the book, practice and warm up routines, and much more! 

Working Drummer
326 - Joe Bergamini: The Working Drummer's Chart Book, "Knowing the Job," Remembering His Friend Neil Peart

Working Drummer

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2021 66:24


Joe Bergamini maintains a diverse career as a drumming performer and educator. Joe is constantly behind the kit for everything from prog rock to Broadway to his touring gig, The Doowop Project. He stays equally busy as the drum editor for Hudson Music, where he has overseen the creation and production of countless books and videos featuring many of the world's greatest drummers. He is also an author in his own right, having authored or coauthored over a dozen books. In this episode, Joe talks about: How to demonstrate that you "know the job" and instill trust in those you're working with What a drum editor does, and how he came to that job with Hudson Music His latest book, The Working Drummer's Chart Book Collaborating with Steve Gadd on Gaddiments His relationship with Neil Peart which began as a professional collaboration and evolved into a friendship

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!
Episode 16: Live From My Drum Room - Jeff Porcaro: The Man and His Music With author Robyn Flans and special guests Steve Gadd, Vinnie Colaiuta & Rick Marotta! 11-20-20

John DeChristopher - Live From My Drum Room!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2021 93:48


An entire show paying tribute to one of my biggest heroes and inspirations, the great Jeff Porcaro! My guests were Robyn Flans, author of her best-selling book "It's About Time - Jeff Porcaro: The Man and His Music," Rob Wallis and Joe Bergamini from Hudson Music and legendary drum tech Gary Grimm, who worked for Jeff in the 80s. Special guests Rick Marotta, Steve Gadd and Vinnie Colaiuta joined us to share some memories of Jeff. Stay tuned for Part 2. Please subscribe to my YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnDeChristopherLiveFromMyDrumRoom

The Modern Drummer Podcast
Episode 36: David Frangioni & Billy Amendola feature interview with Mark Schulman

The Modern Drummer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 43:46


This week P!nk’s Mark Schulman joins Billy Amendola and David Frangioni for the Modern Drummer Podcast to celebrate Pink and her Billboard Icon Award and new streaming Amazon Documentary. as well as catching up with Mark about his upcoming book and getting back to playing live. Mark Schulman has been touring and recording with Pink for over a decade and has been a massive part of her incredible musical journey. Schulman’s infectious, energetic personality, musicianship, and educational teachings of life has him doing clinics and lectures all over the planet, spreading the gospel of how to achieve success in an ever-changing business. A few years ago he released a DVD that tells you the ins and out of the recording studio distributed by Hudson Music called A Day In The Recording Studio—A Musician’s Guide To Recording Drum Tracks In The Studio. His book “Conquering Life's Stage Fright: Three Steps to Top Performance” has been selling since 2014 and he’s working on a new book as we speak. Pink: All I Know So Far documentary is streaming globally on Amazon Prime. (It premiered on May 21st) Mark talks to us about a “bucket-list” moment in the film ending with the band and him playing Wembley Stadium and so much more. He also includes some very powerful words of wisdom so tune in and enjoy.

Adam Nussbaum: a conversation, Part 1

"The Players" Webcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 96:37


Adam Nussbaum is considered one of the finest drummers working today. In this video, Adam shares his insights on many important topics, including flow, balance, playing for the song, and much more. Stay tuned for part 2 in a few weeks! He also share some fantastic stories about a multitude of experiences. Be sure to visit his website at: http://www.adamnussbaum.net​ He's played with a virtual "Who's Who" in the jazz world. Longtime associates have included: John Abercrombie, Michael & Randy Brecker, Eliane Elias, Gil Evans, Stan Getz, Vic Juris, James Moody, John Scofield, Joe Sample, Ohad Talmor, ‘Toots' Thielemans, Kenny Wheeler & NHØP, as well as freelancing with prominent artists of every generation, being a major asset no matter where he appears. Nussbaum has recently formed the Lead Belly Project. He has also joined forces with other musicians to form such groups as “BANN” w/Seamus Blake, Jay Anderson & Oz Noy, “We3” w/Dave Liebman & Steve Swallow, "The Impossible Gentlemen" w/Gwilym Simcock, Steve Rodby & Mike Walker, “The Nuttree Quartet" w/John Abercrombie, Jerry Bergonzi & Gary Versace and "The ZZ Quartet w/Ratko Zjaca, Simone Zanchini & Martin Gjakanovski. He's been on hundreds of recordings, including the Grammy winning "Don't Try This At Home” recorded with Michael Brecker. In addition, Nussbaum reaches out to the next generation. He is an in-demand educator doing Clinics and Master Classes, teaching at such institutions as Berklee, NYU, State University of New York, the New School, and at numerous Conservatories around the world. His abilities have brought opportunities for him to work with the finest makers of all things drum-related. Working with Sonor drums, he helped design a line in the “HiLite” series. In conjunction with Zildjian cymbals, Nussbaum helped developed the “Renaissance” & "Pre-Aged” K. Zildjian cymbals. He also coproduced with Hudson Music, "The Art of Playing Brushes." He was born in New York City and grew up in Norwalk, Connecticut and started to play drums at age 12 after studying piano for five years; he also playing bass and saxophone as a teenager. He moved to New York City in 1975 to attend The Davis Center for Performing Arts at City College. He eventually focused on drums….

The Rich Redmond Show
093 - Robyn Flans :: Documenting Porcaro

The Rich Redmond Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 57:02


As an entertainment journalist for more than 30 years, Robyn Flans has worked for such diverse publications as People Magazine, In Touch, Mix, Modern Drummer, Country Weekly and a daily newspaper. She has authored four music books, written numerous bios, electronic press kits, including cut by cuts for artists, and album liner notes. She is the author of “It’s About Time: Jeff Porcaro-The Man and His Music”, published by Hudson Music. The book is available at amazon.com, hudsonmusic.com and other retailers.   The Rich Redmond Show is sponsored by Big Dot Lighting and Electrical: www.bigdotinc.com www.bigdotlighting.com www.bigdotelectrical.com   Some Things That Came Up:   -Wrote "It's About Time" about Jeff Porcaro -Jeff lit up a room and you wanted to be his friend -Jeff left a massive body of work at 38 years old -Jeff always championed others all the time -Robyn's interviews are recorded and for sale -Getting into writing after trying acting -Contributed to MD and others for 35+ years -Writing for Country Weekly -Going out on the road with Brooks and Dunn -Billy Ray Cyrus -Porcaro's family supported her immensely with his book -Michael McDonald's "That's Why" is the most perfect drum track   Follow Robyn: www.robynflansmedia.com www.robynflansdrummerinterviews.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robyn.flans Twitter: @RobynFlans Instagram: @RobynFlans     The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 25 of which have been #1 hits!     Rich can also be seen in several films and TV shows and has also written an Amazon Best-Selling book, "CRASH! Course for Success: 5 Ways to Supercharge Your Personal and Professional Life" currently available at:     https://www.amazon.com/CRASH-Course-Success-Supercharge-Professional/dp/B07YTCG5DS/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=crash+redmond&qid=1576602865&sr=8-1     One Book: Three Ways to consume....Physical (delivered to your front door, Digital (download to your kindle, ipad or e-reader), or Audio (read to you by me on your device...on the go)!     Buy Rich’s exact gear at www.lessonsquad.com/rich-redmond     Follow Rich: @richredmond www.richredmond.com     Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.     Follow Jim: @jimmccarthy www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com  

Something for Nothing: A RUSH Fancast
Ep. 64: Rob Wallis of Hudson Music on His Decades-long Friendship With Neil Peart

Something for Nothing: A RUSH Fancast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 45:10


Rob Wallis worked with Neil Peart for 30-plus years on instructional videos that brought Neil's meticulous compositions to life for aspiring and practiced drummers everywhere. Over the years, Rob became part of Neil's "inner circle" of trusted and most valued friends, and that friendship deepened their working relationship. Join us as Rob reminiscences on the life of his good friend Neil Peart--who once described their working relationship as second only to that of his bandmates in Rush.

Drumeo Gab Podcast
Matt Bover - The Drummer Berklee Paid To Be There

Drumeo Gab Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2020 63:38


“I practiced every single minute I could! No question.” Matt Bover is originally from the Woodstock, NY area where he would find his love for drums but it didn’t stop there. After a failed audition for Berklee College of Music, he decided to head to Barcelona, Spain at a music conservatory called “Barcelona’s Conservatori del Liceu”. He managed straight A’s while practicing drums for roughly fifteen hours per day while he studied there. From Barcelona, he re-auditioned for Berklee and was accepted. Not only was he accepted into the school but he managed a full performance scholarship and later Berklee would pay Matt to attend their school! During his time at Berklee, he would maintain an unbelievable practice routine, and commonly he would practice for seventeen hours per day. He also wrote a book called Chops For The Modern Drummer which would later be distributed by Hudson Music. Matt’s story is one that is bittersweet. It’s balanced between failure and success and while it is incredibly inspiring, it is also a bit heart wrenching. For example, his cymbals were stolen right from the school never to be recovered due to a faulty security camera. Also, Covid has prevented him from starting a really great teaching position in a school. The time away from music hasn’t been easy either. But Matt has persevered before and I know he can again.    You Will Hear About…. Growing up in Woodstock, NY. The trip to study in Barcelona and some key learning experiences there. How by having the ability to choose what to learn produces a better experience. The second audition at Berklee and studying there. When his cymbals were stolen. What his hopes are for the future.   Why Should You Listen? Matt is a key example of why I choose to interview up and coming drummers. A lot of us can really connect with drummers who are working hard towards their goals. The successes and failures that we all experience at some point in our lives is also a realistic reminder of what we can expect when carving out our own paths.  So, while it is fantastic to hear from artists who have created a legacy already, it is also nice to hear from those who are trying to do that currently and still have mileage left to get there. Also, for some reason, my heart really goes out to Matt. I don’t know exactly why but you may feel it too when you hear this one. He is a humble and hard-working dude that just loves drumming and teaching. He has had some upsets in his journey but he keeps on going and I really feel him with that. I have nothing but love for this guy.   Matt’s Socials Instagram   Follow ‘Drumeo Gab’ Instagram Facebook YouTube

Inside MusiCast
Robyn Flans

Inside MusiCast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 60:44


On this episode of Inside MusiCast, we welcome journalist and author Robyn Flans to discuss her soon-to-be-released book titled "It’s About Time: Jeff Porcaro – The Man and His Music", which is being released through Hudson Music. This in-depth book provides insight into Jeff’s career in music. Starting with his childhood and formative years, the book recounts his establishment on the L.A. scene, rise to stardom with Toto, and legendary career as one of the most sought-after studio drummers in the world until his tragic death in 1992 at only 38 years of age. If you're a fan of Jeff Porcaro, you'll really love this chat with Robyn, who was as close a journalist to Jeff than any other. For the past five years, she took on the challenge of unearthing some treasures about Jeff that might even surprise his biggest fans. Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome Robyn Flans.

Drum History
The Biography of Joe Morello with Steve Fidyk

Drum History

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 88:25


Joe Morello was one of the most innovative and masterful drummers of the last century, but did you know he was playing Violin with the Boston Symphony at age 9? Learn about how the iconic "Take 5" Drummer made the switch to drums and became the legend we know today. Steve Fidyk is a legendary drummer and educator in his own right, and he was lucky enough to study with Joe and have a very close relationship with him as a student and a friend. Joe began his music life as a virtuosic violinist who became discouraged at 15 after not feeling that he could surpass the sound of one of his heros - so he began studying drums with Joe Sefcik and George Lawrence Stone..and then the rest his history. Steve does a wonderful job of very thoroughly taking us through Joe's entire life including the hardships of being legally blind and pursuing a musical career. Steve Fidyk is a composer, author, educator, and a phenomenal drummer. He is a wealth of information and a very nice guy who is extremely well prepared for this deep dive into Joe's life. His passion for sharing the story of his friend, Joe Morello, makes this a special episode. Here is Steve's website: http://stevefidyk.com/ Be sure to check out Steve Fidyks latest album, "Battle Lines" which is streaming everywhere, but for information on how to purchase Steve's latest recorded effort, please visit www.bluecanteenmusic.com A portion of each sale is donated to Warrior Beat, an organization that helps Veterans that suffer from PTS and Anxiety. For more information, please visit www.warriorbeat.org Here are some links to Joe related content that Steve generously sent me: 1. Joe Morello DVD that breaks down the approach we discussed in detail: https://www.lessonsquad.com/items/299630784 2. Tribute homage of mine that I did for Modern Drummer: http://staging.moderndrummer.com/2011/03/steve-fidyk-tribute-to-joe-morello/ 3. "The Great Drum Solo" that I referenced of Joe with DBQ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Kx1GVYPOos 4. Joe on the Conan O'Brien Show performing Take 5: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kc97rN4Af0 5. "Burning for Buddy" video performing with the Buddy Rich Band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJHTWGs33qs 6. We discussed his brush work with Marian McPartland. Here's a video for Hudson Music where he talks about approach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CVKbXn_UGg 7. Take 5 with DBQ 60's: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-dtpYdQwPE 8. At the Playboy Mansion with DBQ performing Take 5 (slower tempo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tTyTc6FjjU 9. The Take 5 Cymbal documentary/Greg Caputo/Memphis Drum Shop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk_Th7vmLtY Thanks for listening!

Drum History
The Biography of Joe Morello with Steve Fidyk

Drum History

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 85:25


Joe Morello was one of the most innovative and masterful drummers of the last century, but did you know he was playing Violin with the Boston Symphony at age 9? Learn about how the iconic "Take 5" Drummer made the switch to drums and became the legend we know today. Steve Fidyk is a legendary drummer and educator in his own right, and he was lucky enough to study with Joe and have a very close relationship with him as a student and a friend. Joe began his music life as a virtuosic violinist who became discouraged at 15 after not feeling that he could surpass the sound of one of his heros - so he began studying drums with Joe Sefcik and George Lawrence Stone..and then the rest his history. Steve does a wonderful job of very thoroughly taking us through Joe's entire life including the hardships of being legally blind and pursuing a musical career. Steve Fidyk is a composer, author, educator, and a phenomenal drummer. He is a wealth of information and a very nice guy who is extremely well prepared for this deep dive into Joe's life. His passion for sharing the story of his friend, Joe Morello, makes this a special episode. Here is Steve's website: http://stevefidyk.com/ Be sure to check out Steve Fidyks latest album, "Battle Lines" which is streaming everywhere, but for information on how to purchase Steve's latest recorded effort, please visit www.bluecanteenmusic.com A portion of each sale is donated to Warrior Beat, an organization that helps Veterans that suffer from PTS and Anxiety. For more information, please visit www.warriorbeat.org Here are some links to Joe related content that Steve generously sent me: 1. Joe Morello DVD that breaks down the approach we discussed in detail: https://www.lessonsquad.com/items/299630784 2. Tribute homage of mine that I did for Modern Drummer: http://staging.moderndrummer.com/2011/03/steve-fidyk-tribute-to-joe-morello/ 3. "The Great Drum Solo" that I referenced of Joe with DBQ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Kx1GVYPOos 4. Joe on the Conan O'Brien Show performing Take 5: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kc97rN4Af0 5. "Burning for Buddy" video performing with the Buddy Rich Band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJHTWGs33qs 6. We discussed his brush work with Marian McPartland. Here's a video for Hudson Music where he talks about approach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CVKbXn_UGg 7. Take 5 with DBQ 60's: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-dtpYdQwPE 8. At the Playboy Mansion with DBQ performing Take 5 (slower tempo): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tTyTc6FjjU 9. The Take 5 Cymbal documentary/Greg Caputo/Memphis Drum Shop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wk_Th7vmLtY Thanks for listening!

Glass Houses - A Billy Joel Podcast
EP 012 - In Conversation with drummer Liberty DeVitto

Glass Houses - A Billy Joel Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 80:33


Liberty DeVitto is the drummer that Billy Joel chose to record those unforgettable albums and memorable tours between 1975 and 2005.  Michael & Jack discuss his brand new autobiography Liberty: Life, Billy and the Pursuit of Happiness which is out now from Hudson Music. Join us for a special candid conversation with Liberty DeVitto as he discusses the book and much more. In this episode, Michael & Jack also share their thoughts after reading the book which chronicles Liberty's family history, as well has his personal life and playing career.  Early announcements promised two things: A foreword by Billy Joel and Liberty discussing every song they recorded together. This book delivers on that and so much more. Among the great stories, we also learn the news of the long-overdue reconciliation between Liberty and Billy and the reclamation of this great friendship. Order Liberty's new book:         Hudson Music      |      Amazon ------ Email us: glasshousespodcast@gmail.com Glass Houses - A Billy Joel Podcast on the web / social media:Website: http://www.glasshousespod.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/glasshousespodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glasshousespod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/glasshousespod 

The Upbeat Hang
Hudson Music's Rob Wallis - Drummers' Hang Ep.7

The Upbeat Hang

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 63:50


Hudson Music's Rob Wallis - Drummers' Hang Ep. 7 In Episode 7, Hudson Music founder (as well as founder of DCI Video, Drum Guru, Hudson Digital, and more) Rob Wallis shares some experiences with Steve Gadd, Neil Peart, meeting Mitch Mitchell, the experience of working with Liberty DeVitto -accessing the original, multi-track two-inch master recording Billy Joel tapes, learning about "Buddy World" and the controversy over the cover of the new Buddy book "Buddy Rich, One of a Kind" and provides a synopsis of the new book "My Las Vegas" which is a fascinating look into the incredible life of Louis Prima's longtime drummer Bobby Morris. Rob also talks about his drumming with several bands including his Allman Brothers tribute band "Soul Shine." Buddy Rich "One of A Kind" biography: https://hudsonmusic.com/product/buddy-rich-one-of-a-kind-with-cd/ Bobby Morris- My Las Vegas: https://hudsonmusic.com/product/my-las-vegas/ Roots of Rock Drumming: https://hudsonmusic.com/product/the-roots-of-rock-drumming/ Ron Spagnardi's books: https://hudsonmusic.com/?s=Ron+Spagnardi

Musicians On The Record
Bobby Morris On The Record (MOTR #23)

Musicians On The Record

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2019 96:27


Bobby Morris is a Hall of Fame drummer and percussionist for Louis Prima, Keely Smith, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr., and many more. Bobby also recorded with and was the musical conductor for Elvis Presley, Barbara Streisand, and Judy Garland. Bobby is also an important figure on the business side of the industry, as he ran the successful Bobby Morris Agency, Inc. from his own building in downtown Las Vegas and was involved in management, booking and entertainment direction of many of the major hotels and venues on the Strip. His new autobiography is ‘My Las Vegas’ and tells the incredible life story of a music legend both behind the drums and in the Vegas music business entertainment industry. Get Bobby’s book now on Hudson Music at https://hudsonmusic.com/product/my-las-vegas/ Thanks for listening! The MOTR Show is the audio podcast for Musicians On The Record with David Ward.  Subscribe now to be updated on the latest episodes! You can also watch all our interviews on our YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/MusiciansOnTheRecord?sub_confirmation=1 and our website at www.MusiciansOnTheRecord.com See the MOTR Music and Tech Gear I Use and Recommend.   https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6860b8b4 See More MOTR! -On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MusiciansOnTheRecord/ -On YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/MusiciansOnTheRecord?sub_confirmation=1 -On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansontherecord/ -On Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidwardMOTR -On the Web: www.MusiciansOnTheRecord.com See all my drum covers on my Dave Damage Drums YouTube channel  http://bit.ly/DaveDamageDrums Never miss another MOTR Interview again!  Sign up for our free newsletter at http://bit.ly/MOTRNewsletter   ************************************** Music: http://www.purple-planet.com DISCLAIMER: This podcast description contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Drummer Nation
Drummer Nation #77: "Never Take 'No' For An Answer" Guest Rob Wallis (Audio Only)

Drummer Nation

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2019 45:29


Rob Wallis is the President/CEO of Hudson Music and Drum Guru. He owned Drummer's Collective for over 30 years and was the executive producer of some of your favorite DCI Music Video tapes. He's worked with and is respected by some of the biggest drummers in the world and has produced literally several hundred books, videos and dvd’s over the past 35 years. The secret to his success is persistence and never taking 'no' for an answer. Website         Newsletter         Become a Patron

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Drummer Nation (audio only)
Drummer Nation #77: "Never Take 'No' For An Answer" Guest Rob Wallis

Drummer Nation (audio only)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2019 45:29


Rob Wallis is the President/CEO of Hudson Music and Drum Guru. He owned Drummer's Collective for over 30 years and was the executive producer of some of your favorite DCI Music Video tapes. He's worked with and is respected by some of the biggest drummers in the world and has produced literally several hundred books, videos and dvd’s over the past 35 years. The secret to his success is persistence and never taking 'no' for an answer.

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Drummer Nation
Drummer Nation #77: "Never Take 'No' For An Answer" Guest Rob Wallis

Drummer Nation

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2019 45:29


Rob Wallis is the President/CEO of Hudson Music and Drum Guru. He owned Drummer's Collective for over 30 years and was the executive producer of some of your favorite DCI Music Video tapes. He's worked with and is respected by some of the biggest drummers in the world and has produced literally several hundred books, videos and dvd’s over the past 35 years. The secret to his success is persistence and never taking 'no' for an answer. Website         Newsletter         Become a Patron    

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Drumeo Gab Podcast
Keith Carlock - Locked In

Drumeo Gab Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2019 80:21


Man, am I ever a lucky guy. Keith Carlock has been one of my drumming heroes for many years. Ever since I saw the 1999 Marciac Jazz Festival video on YouTube, featuring Keith, Wayne Krantz, and Tim Levebre, I have been a big fan of these musicians. That video had a very profound effect on me as a young musician who was trying to find something new that I would connect with for the rest of my musical life. Since then, I have wandered cyberspace to find other examples of Keith’s playing in that context that I could also connect with but unfortunately, high fidelity content featuring Keith online is not in abundance. This is one of the big reasons I was excited to see Keith perform and teach his concepts at Drumeo. To witness that in person was a pleasure of the highest order. Moreover, to interview such a modern legend in the Drumeo studio was something I never EVER thought would ever be in my future. So first and foremost, I owe an enormous thank you to the wonderful team at Drumeo for this opportunity and to Keith for giving me his undivided attention and time after a full day of filming lessons at Drumeo.   Keith Carlock is a favorite of mine because he has such a firm grasp of having a distinct sound. In addition to that, he has managed to forge an incredibly nice career for himself too. Working with such acts as Steely Dan, Toto, James Taylor, Oz Noy, Wayne Krantz, Sting, and John Mayer to name a few. He also released his own instructional DVD through Hudson Music titled The Big Picture: Phrasing, Improvisation, Style, and Technique. Over the years he has also received many accolades through the Modern Drummer’s readers poll, managing to win a few and make it to the top three in several categories many times over. Too many drummers, Keith is held in high regard for his smooth delivery, musical style, and untouchable groove. Can You Unlearn?   Keith studied at North Texas State University in their acclaimed jazz program in the early ’90s. Taught by Ed Soph, Keith went to the University of North Texas to learn jazz. It would prove to be nearly impossible to consume and digest all of the materials covered in school. Keith sat upon that material for a few years to process what he had taken in.   There also came a point where Mr. Soph approached Keith’s mother to inform her that he felt that Keith no longer had to continue his studies. Ed felt that Keith would be just fine if he stopped going.  I suppose it is fair to say that Mr. Soph possessed some exceptional foresight.   At one point in the interview, I asked Keith if he ever wished that he could unlearn some of the stuff he learned in school. This curiosity spawned because of a very interesting point made by Mark Guiliana on episode 108 of DrumeoGab. Mark had declared that while school was great, sometimes he kind of missed how he used to play before he learned all of this stuff in school. This point of view struck me as a very interesting point made in that interview with Mark.     Keith had said that he went to school to learn and be a sponge. How he characterized his sound has much to do with the time spent with guitarist, Wayne Krantz. It is how I found Keith originally, after all. Keith regards those early years in NYC, specifically with Krantz, as the years that he really found his sound. That must have been amazing times for Keith. If you watch any of their stuff, you will notice the wonderful mix of searching for the high and getting there. Wayne  with Tim and Keith at the 55 bar playing their asses off is something I wish I could have seen when they were playing there all the time. Time Away From Home   Keith is a father and a husband — and a musician. Being a musician seems to be both isolating and social, which seems like a dichotomy. When your life also encompasses your family and friends, I have to think about how the pleasure of the road changes. I would personally find that very challenging. For any small length of time that I have been away from my family, I end up missing them quickly and I find that it takes a day or two to adjust when I return home. I can imagine how difficult long periods of time for touring drummers would be when their family is at home. Like anything, people adapt and find their ways to make it work though.    Todd Sucherman had said in episode 101, he just slides into the groove that is happening and adjusts to them. Time away from loved ones will always be hard though. It is the life a musician chooses to live. It is one of those sacrifices, if you do in fact see it that way.    I want to share a quick story. This is abrupt, but hang in there. This is a great perspective I was given by a stranger that applies to this.   While I was staying in Abbotsford at the Sandman hotel, I popped outside for a bit of fresh air and found myself having a nearly forty-minute conversation with someone who was also staying at the hotel. He was a European man, middle-aged, who was in town because he and his team set up the scoring system screens for horse racing tracks. I can’t remember all of the details of his job, but what I do recall was the fact that he and his team spend upwards of 300 days per year on the road. His name was Tom.   Tom told me an amazing story about how he was a musician in Europe during his teens and into his twenties. He became quite popular in Germany and other parts of Europe with his music. He got into electronica towards the end of his music career and had the best management in Europe handling his act at the time. This same management was working for Sigfried Fischbacher. Yes, the world-renowned magician. Well, as it turns out, Tom and Sigfried became very good friends. Sigfried eventually told Tom that he should incorporate magic into his musical show to bedazzle his audience and add something that no one was doing at the time.   Eventually, Tom’s act became solely a magic show. He bought a caravan and toured all over Europe performing his magic. He eventually gave that up and began this gig with the scoreboard systems. This is, of course, the cliffs notes version of the story he told me but there was something very interesting that he talked to me about.    A perspective that helped me understand a lot more about what some musicians who tour for most of their lives might go through. Tom had said that after a week at home, as much as he loved his home (which he showed me a picture of on his phone and it is absolutely lovely looking) he gets very antsy after a week. Willie Nelson comes to mind.    What I was getting from Tom was that even though he did miss home when he was away, he was just so used to the life of being in different, far away places all the time. Tom began touring very young. So, really -- it is all he knows. He probably feels more at home on the road than at home. Starting late with a career that involves travel might be a totally different story for some people. I just find this idea of detachment from a physical home base really fascinating about musicians, or any entertainment based careers.   I wonder how many musicians began playing an instrument because of the appeal of potentially touring? Could that be why some musicians began playing? This is why I think some people are built for the road. There must be so many costs and perks to touring. The adventure! I mean, c’mon, when you are young it would be amazing! This must be a dream for a person who is, other than to him/herself and music, not committed to anything too significant. Pack up and go whenever you want. Eventually though, I think it is hard to not notice the pressure to conform to adult society. House, married, stable job, financial freedom, kid(s) and on it goes.   I am bringing this up because I know some musicians that never really settled down. When you are young it must be fun, but it seems lonely when you’re older. Props to any musician that has a family at home and with the support of their spouse, manages to find a routine or norm within their family unit. Just something to create some stability. That mustn’t come easy. The thing we love isn’t easily compatible with the idea of settling down. IF, you want to make it your life.   Finding Your Voice   I see a lot of chatter online, and I am certain it has been discussed within this podcast before, that we as musicians need to learn as many styles as possible in order to establish a more reliable career. Before I continue, I do not disagree with this at all because it has been stated many times by many industry professionals. But the quality of that message is determined by how it is interpreted. It could be possible that the wrong approach to this idea leads to a generic sound. Even with a generic sound, as long as the drumming is tight, and you have yourself put together professionally, that could be just fine. However, I still feel like there is something to be said for recognizable musicians.   So I asked Keith what he thought about this, after basically answering my own question, and he made a very good point in particular. He used an example of some African music that he was asked to perform once where the artists sang the parts for him to play, which was very helpful he had mentioned. Keith wasn’t born in Africa, nor did he grow up there with their music, so there is a limit to the authenticity. He managed to play the music and they actually called him back even though he may not have been the most ideal musician to play the music.    But the most important thing he had said in regards to all of this, in my opinion, was that with any musical style it is important to find your voice in it. What is it that you can connect with and project your true self through the music? This is such a cool point I think. Not just the notes, but the attitude, the spirit, creativity, and flow. I think this is a strong point made by Keith that should be considered by everyone when they get called to perform. How can you inject your voice into something pre-existing and let your sound be heard without taking anything away from the music?   To Conclude   This opportunity to speak with one of my heroes is one that I will never forget and certainly a highlight with this podcast. Keith is an incredibly nice guy. What is nice is when you meet one of your heroes and they turn out to be a person that you really like. It was a very important and special time that I will be telling my kid about one day. So, I hope that you enjoy some good vibes and the thoughts of a truly great player in this episode. It was an absolute treat. Thank you again for all of your comments in the Drumeo Edge section, DM’s and emails sent to me to show your love and support to this podcast. I appreciate every single one of you.   Keith’s Socials   Instagram Facebook Website    Drumeo Gab’s Socials   Instagram Facebook

Drumeo Gab Podcast
Rob Wallis - It’s All True

Drumeo Gab Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2019 99:02


Rob Wallis is a co-founder, along with Paul Seigel, of DCI Music Video, later to be Hudson Music. Rob being a longtime provider of content to the drumming community; Rob is the OG of video content. DCI Music Video was responsible for many legendary drum education videos that were great in their day and today holds a wonderful nostalgia. Titles such as “Bernard Purdie on studio drumming”, Steve Gadd’s “Up Close”, Dennis Chambers & John Scofield’s “Serious Moves”, Carter Beauford’s “Under the Table and Drumming” and mentioned in the podcast, “Modern Drummer Festival 2000”. These videos have been embedded for many years in my drumming life and I think back on them like you would your childhood. So huge thanks to Rob, Paul and the team with Hudson Music for making that content possible and delivering value to the drumming community for all these years.   A New Way   Whenever you are learning some style of music, a lot of drummers will suggest learning the history of players within that genre. It is always recommended to learn the roots and the history behind it. With so many drummers creating video content these days, is it important I wonder to study the history of video content? If it is, well...DCI is where you’d have to start. Rob talks about the truckloads of tape from recording festivals and the storage areas where they would keep it. We are talkin’ thousands of pounds of the shit. Tapes everywhere! Imagine where in order to create your live content, you have to hire catering services! The level of expense that went into this stuff was intense, man. Massive risk, and yet...a range of rewards. On one hand, no one else was doing it. On the other, you could lose your shirt if it flopped. But no matter how you sliced it, there was a huge gap in the industry and these guys forged the way. What they came up with would become the beginning of a new era for music education.   I want to focus on something for a minute…..   This “gap” is what everyone should be looking at. What makes that difficult is the fact that everyone has everything already. The delivery of information has improved immensely by looking better, sounding better, being more user friendly, and well you get the point, right? That all requires budget, experience, a facility, a network - and probably a bunch more stuff that I have no clue about to make it work really well….potentially. But back when Rob and Paul were getting into this, no one had ever seen anything like it before! It made a big impression and the ceiling was high to scale it. But again, the costs were MASSIVE back in those days, as Rob says in the interview. Renting 100k camera equipment for $1500 a day (in the early 80’s remember) is what’s on the menu. The cost of a mistake is on a whole other scale. “ It’s a different ballgame,” was the term we used in the conversation and it is all true.   A Slippery Slope   So, Hudson Music has produced a lot of the VHS tapes, DVD’s, and education books over the years. And by VHS and DVD was how you were going to receive that content for some twenty years…..until YouTube came along. It was a time for some people to strike while the iron was hot. Once again, there would have been huge costs involved, massive technical hurdles, less accessibility, and huge costs (yes I realize I repeated that).   So this was, yet again, a potential for a new era of education. And so the internet naturally became the focus for distribution. Since very early on, trusted providers such as Drumeo, Mike Johnston, Stephen Taylor, and Adam Tuminaro have all been chipping away and evolving in order to perfect online drum education. And to me it doesn’t look like there is a whole lot of room left to make this stuff exclusively. You could do it part-time, but likely you will be doing a lot of other stuff too to make ends meet. Music related or not.   It goes without saying that because it is easy to create a quick and easy lesson for Instagram or Facebook, anyone can do it. The internet is an amazing space to build a voice and brand. Hell, that’s what I am trying to do. It is all in how you handle that though. Is what you make any good? Is there really any value in it? Has it been said 10,000 times before and there any need to hear it some more? Are you doing it just to build a “brand”? Are you thoughtful with how you approach projects or content? Do you really love to do it, or do you feel pressure to do it? These are the things I would ask myself.   Rabbit holes…...   In any case, with lesser cost, lesser risks, better fidelity, and more access comes saturation. Inevitably.   Right, so tons of drummers are doing this. Some content looks great, some don’t. Some stuff sounds great, some don’t. Some lessons simply contain better information than others. But you know what it all has in common? I’ve seen it all thousands of times and I am bored now. I’m not suggesting that it needs to go away either. The great content, is great content! Keep that going for as long as possible. It needs to exist for drummers, of course, but when you combine all of what is out there….like I mean ALL of it! I am sorry folks but is it really needed?   The information coming into our phones and other devices are cruising along at overdose levels. I am not sure it is a good thing. Another angle to approach this is due to the fact that most of this content exists through social media and its design. So the question is whether or not we are attracted to our addictions or sharing great information? It is a blurry line if we really get real with ourselves. Likes, comments, more followers. All of it feeds the part of us that we associate with progress and esteem. And humans are drawn to progress and esteem...just look at the huge leaps forward as a species. That is a whole other kettle of fish that I may tackle another day but for now, let us all agree that we have come along way since we were banging rocks together and pounding our chests.   Point is, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and whatever else is out there, is meant to draw us in and keep us living there. It is up to our own discretion and discipline to monitor ourselves and maintain a healthy level of usage. This awareness ties in with my own abuse of social media, all with the notion that because I was growing a podcast, more metrics meant more growth. I felt that investing in the platform is a wise decision in order to scale my show. But ya know what? This show doesn’t actually grow much from social media. “But how is that Seamus!?”, you might be asking. Well, it is because people are on social media to be on social media. Not to find podcasts. That’s what Google’s for.   Side note: shares from super powerful and influential people/organizations on social media does help...a lot. But I am talking about, in my own experience, how the level of input vs output is disproportionate.  However, with continued, regular investment, you will be on the minds of drummers/potential listeners and perhaps one day they may feel inclined to listen to a drumming podcast, and yours may be the one they choose. Also, you can easily create good relationships with people. This may have to be another blog at some point because there is something big to that. A subject that I find fascinating where people become currency to you….   SO! I know I am digressing here but there is a point to this, trust me.   I want this podcast to be what connects me to you.   E-mails FTW! (hit me up at Seamus@drumeo.com if you want to share your drum story or anything you want to be heard by someone). That is what I would like with listeners over any like, any share, or any comment on socials. I like one on one interaction and preferably off social media. So I encourage everyone to reach me by email, please.   The Glue That Holds It All Together   Rob possesses what I admire in people. Honest to goodness passion and love for something. Anyone who has that superpower is my friend, even if we haven’t met yet. But it is the love for what he does that keeps him fired up about working on Hudson Music all these years after having started it. This kind of testimony is what makes me excited because what I feel is a total obsession and interest in what I do. I just want to make the next thing, after the next thing. And that is exactly what Rob has done over the years.   He expresses his connection to the instrument, and how the connection occurs off the kit as well. Drumming is a community. It is music and art as well, obviously, but on the grander scale, it is and should always be about community. One person’s success is a victory for the community and so we should encourage each other, not compete. We should share ideas and philosophies to help each other grow and become stronger. That has become a larger purpose for this podcast as time has gone on and the show’s level of reach and impact have evolved. So as a sidebar, thank you, everyone, who comes here for their dose of a realistic, honest, well-intentioned, open forum.   Something that I want to drive home….   I believe that when you have integrity, like Rob, you produce the results required for something to survive and hopefully thrive. Ups and downs will always come and go, but long term success is really about devotion.   Because Rob treated his career more like an adventure, he managed to gain many fantastic personal life experiences that he can call his own. He made something out of nothing and nearly 40 years later he is still evolving by means of autobiographical book publishing; And he is super proud of it, as he describes “the spine facing out and everything”. He crossed paths with the amazing ****SPOILER ALERT****...(clears throat) Mr. Marlon Brando by happenstance at a red light in Harlem! The story goes that Rob had randomly stumbled across Paul Siegel driving some 20 minutes after they had separated at a red light. Paul’s passenger yells to Rob, “Hey, the phone is for you!”....and it was the Godfather!! Yeah, just unreal shit.   Entrepreneurialism   It was a big topic in the episode towards the end and I have some more thoughts about it. Listen to the episode before you continue reading.   Do you think it is better to be an entrepreneur than not? If so, why? What is an entrepreneur today? Is a loose term these days? I mean….you can’t actually be one without risking money, right? And #sorrynotsorry, social media accounts with nice content isn’t a business.   But here is the thing, I feel like too many people are telling us to be an entrepreneur. Are people becoming guilty because they work for someone? Is life nothing more than a series of daydreams about becoming something you aren’t yet? Do we focus too much on trying to become something greater than we feel we really are online? Are we becoming numb to motivation and inspiration because we hear it all the fucking time? Rehashed messages with similar lingo, that I attempt to avoid but sometimes step on those landmines, that mean almost nothing anymore? What do you really want? Yeah, you!   There are countless messages of motivation, inspiration, dedication...it is basically the fucking “ation” nation hahaha. Like c’ mon man, do I really need to be motivated on social media? Chances are I am not going to do what the content was intended to “inspire” me to do in the first place. I get it though, that type of shit pings off of you and you get a little jolt of something. But then you probably swipe to the next thing. At the end of the day, it is just you staring at your phone. Imagine a third person version of you looking at you, looking at your phone while you read a motivating thing on Instagram. Is that scenario all that motivating? Personally, I love the idea that you are reading this on your laptop or iPad with a whiskey, alone, at night, uninterrupted, in a peaceful environment listening to Brian Eno “Music for Airports” 1/1. But you might just be on the shitter at work on your lunch break and you were done pooping five minutes ago. I dunno, a man can dream, right?   What I am getting at is that if you watch a particular video on YouTube every morning at 4 AM before you “rise and grind” and it actually helps you “crush” the day; then I guess that’s fuckin “lit” bruh. But if you are just reading that shit and not doing anything about it, then be WOKE!   Man, I keep getting off topic. I apologize for that...       Anyways, the reason I asked Rob what he thinks about the projection of what is out there is because he is of a generation that largely lived without this technology and was a proper entrepreneur. And so what does he think is good for people? It is simple. It is the non-digital, human stuff that makes life interesting and fun. He figures if you make money at something, you should appreciate that. If you don’t dig it, quit and move onto something else. Inject your passions into your life. Find out what they are. It is important to have things in your life for you, and you only. That is the essence of honoring yourself. And even though Rob claimed that parts of the interview were challenging, I think our conversation brought out a moment for him that he won’t soon forget, and that is what it is all about folks.   Make An Impact!   That is my advice to you. Make impactful things. Do what really matters to you. It becomes honest that way, and when it is honest work that you produce, it succeeds over time. But you have to have passion and vision to see the long term destination. It is having a vision that keeps your momentum on a high note.   And the beauty of it all is that wherever you stop along the way is either, not up to you, or you managed to put yourself in the right place at the right time with intent. But your effort will, at some point, lead you to those places that your heart wants. You also don’t need to go searching for it every time. Sometimes things intersect your path instead. This notion that you can “take what you want” is too forceful and fiercely focused on what you think you desire, in my opinion. Why not let go some? Let your focus be on your passion and work ethic. Your devotion to your craft. Maybe there is fortune along that path as well. I am willing to bet that there is.   I hope that you enjoyed the podcast episode and took a moment to read this blog. Give this article a share on any of the social media channels (buttons to share are on this page) to spread this message if you believe in it.   I have included a variety of DCI Music Video clips for this podcast. Drumeo Gab’s Socials   Instagram Facebook   Hudson Music Socials   Instagram YouTube Website

The Pocket
Rob Wallis: Hudson Music and Never Taking 'No' For An Answer

The Pocket

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2019 33:43


Rob Wallis is a drummer and President | CEO of Hudson Music and Drum Guru.  He also owned Drummer's Collective for over 30 years and was the executive producer of some of your favorite DCI video tapes. He's worked with some of the biggest drummers in the world.

Drummer Nation
Drummer Nation Show #62 “Erase the Lines” Guest: Adam Nussbaum

Drummer Nation

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2018 26:21


Part 1 of 2 Adam Nussbaum has played with a virtual "Who's Who” in the jazz world, including John Abercrombie, Michael & Randy Brecker, Stan Getz, and Joe Sample. He is an in-demand educator doing Clinics and Master Classes at such institutions as Berklee, NYU, the New School, and at numerous Conservatories around the world. He’s authored and produced the Art of Playing Brushes, a multi DVD offering from Hudson Music and has been involved in instrument design with Zildjian and Sonor. His new release as a leader is called The Leadbelly Project. (Part 1 of 2) www.adamnussbaum.com Website         Newsletter         Become a Patron

Drummer Nation
Drummer Nation Show #63 "No Guarantees" Guest: Adam Nussbaum

Drummer Nation

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2018 26:21


Part 2 of 2 Adam Nussbaum has played with a virtual "Who's Who” in the jazz world, including John Abercrombie, Michael & Randy Brecker, Stan Getz, and Joe Sample. He is an in-demand educator doing Clinics and Master Classes at such institutions as Berklee, NYU, the New School, and at numerous Conservatories around the world. He’s authored and produced the Art of Playing Brushes, a multi DVD offering from Hudson Music and has been involved in instrument design with Zildjian and Sonor. His new release as a leader is called The Leadbelly Project. (Part 2 of 2) www.adamnussbaum.com Website         Newsletter         Become a Patron

Drummer Nation
Drummer Nation Show #46 Guest: Dom Famularo "Love, Compassion and Humility"

Drummer Nation

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2017 30:01


Dom Famularo has been traveling the globe preaching the gospel of drumming for over 40 years. Dom has earned a reputation of being the world’s leading motivational drum set artist / educator, renowned for delivering entertaining and inspiring performances unlike any other. He has presented master classes and clinics around the globe, including history-making tours of China and the Far East. Dom remains an active educator through his personal teaching studio, colleges, drum schools and camps and is an in-demand consultant to major music corporations, serving as Education Consultant for Sabian, Promark, Evans, Mapex, and Hudson Music.  http://domfamularo.com/ Website             Newsletter         Become a Patron

Dial A Drummer - Podcast
Ep.3 – Rob Wallis & Digital Drum Learning Platforms

Dial A Drummer - Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2017 80:29


Here’s the full version of Episode 3 with special guest Rob Wallis​ from Hudson Music​ & Drum Guru​. Ih this episode, Brian Stephens​ & Shannon Kori​ also go deep into Digital Drum Education Platforms. Services we cover include: – Jared Falk​’s Drumeo​ – Mike Johnston​’s MikesLessons.com – Don Lombardi​’s DrumChannel – Carter McLean​’s FOUR HANDS... The post Ep.3 – Rob Wallis & Digital Drum Learning Platforms appeared first on Dial A Drummer - DialADrummer.net.

Jackie's Groove
05/08/17 Journey Drummer Steve Smith and Drum Guru Rob Wallis

Jackie's Groove

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2017 121:14


Steve Bruce Smith  is an American drummer known for being the drummer of the rock band Journey, rejoining the band for the third time in 2015. Modern Drummer magazine readers voted him the #1 All-Around Drummer five years in a row. In 2001, the publication named Smith as one of the Top 25 Drummers of All Time, and in 2002 he was voted into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Journey in 2017.Rob Wallis is a veteran drummer and President/CEO of Hudson Music®, Drummers Collective® and DCI Publishing®.

Drum Talk
Steve Smith Talks About The History of Rock Drumming

Drum Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2013 74:52


In this podcast I talk to Steve Smith about his new book "Roots of Rock Drumming" (Hudson Music), practice concepts, rhythmic singing (konnakol), drum art and more. Over the past 35 years Steve has toured and recorded with some of the biggest names in jazz and rock - appearing on recordings that have sold over 100 million copies worldwide - including Journey, Bryan Adams, Mariah Carey, Andrea Bocelli, Zucchero and Jean-Luc Ponty. read more