Podcasts Archives - Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros.

Drummer, Actor, Comedian, Writer and Producer Fred Armisen took a circuitous route to becoming a successful entertainer. From touring in a van with his band, to self-producing comedy skits and ... more The post 572 – Fred Armisen: It’s NEVER too late appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

This episode originally aired on May 27, 2019, and we’re re-releasing it to celebrate the memory of Khari Parker. Khari was a pro, in every sense of the word. He ... more The post 571 – In memory of Khari Parker appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Chris Johnson is a trailblazer in more ways than one. His impressive resume of touring with Snoop Dogg, Stevie Wonder, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Camila Cabello, Madonna, Seal, J-Lo and Taylor ... more The post 570 – Chris Johnson: An agent of change appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

In this follow up to last week’s “Black Sounds Matter” podcast, Daniel focuses on three relatively unknown African-American artists – Baby Dodds, James Reese Europe and Louis Jordan – each ... more The post 569 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Black Sounds Matter, Pt. 2 appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

In this session, Daniel shares how his assumptions about race have been shaken by the recent #blacklivesmatter protests, and reflects on how we as musicians can do better in confronting ... more The post 568 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Black Sounds Matter, Pt. 1 appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Tom Hurst has built a career the old fashioned way – he earned it. For the past 25 years, Tom has been working in music in a variety of capacities. ... more The post 567 – Building a well-rounded career with Tom Hurst appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

If you’re looking for a drummer who’s resume spans numerous styles, Van Romaine is your guy. From Billy Joel, The Steve Morse Band, and Enrique Iglesias to John Petrucci, Naughty ... more The post 566 – Van Romaine: Serving the Song appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Shannon Forrest was destined to be a professional musician. His formidable years were filled with hours in the studio with his father Otis, an accomplished producer and engineer in South ... more The post 565 – Shannon Forrest: Preserving the Human Element appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

This episodes originally aired on December 5, 2016 What can be said about Dennis Chambers that hasn’t already been said? He’s a legend in every aspect of the word and ... more The post 564 – Dennis Chambers: Back and better than ever appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Chris Parker may fly under the radar, but it’s not because of a lack of accomplishment. The NYC drummer (who started playing drums at the age of three) has had ... more The post 563 – Chris Parker: The blueprint for an enduring career appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Every year I sit down to chat with my buddies Matt and Zack from Working Drummer to chat about our careers, state of the industry, and whatever is happening at ... more The post 562 – Roundtable Discussion: COVID-19, Resources for Musicians, and More… appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

It’d be easy to classify Raghav Mehrotra, the young phenom drummer as being “great for his age” but that’d be grossly inaccurate. He’s a great player. Period. Adding to his ... more The post 561 – Raghav Mehrotra: Creating the Future appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Leroy Clouden was destined for success in music, but it wasn’t handed to him by any means. Born and bread in NYC, Clouden took advantage of every opportunity that was ... more The post 560 – Leroy Clouden: Taking advantage of opportunities appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

If you’ve ever listened to the radio, you’ve heard Greg Errico’s playing. That’s a bold statement but it’s the truth. As the founding drummer of Sly and the Family Stone, ... more The post 559 – Greg Errico: (Sly and the Family Stone) Pioneer of the San Francisco sound appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Having a successful career in one band is hard enough, but for Mike Marsh, he’s managed to have two successful careers with two completely different bands. Marsh was the founding ... more The post 558 – Mike Marsh: Everything happens for a reason appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Billy Martin can be described as many things, but the word unique comes to mind first when I think about him and his playing. As a musician, finding your own ... more The post 557 – Billy Martin: Creativity is everywhere appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

As if it wasn’t apparent, Tucker Rule plays with passion. In fact, it’s that passion and visceral reaction to Punk music that inspired him to play drums in the first ... more The post 556 – Tucker Rule: On Punk & Passion appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Philadelphia native Johnathan Blake is no stranger to hard work and discipline. As the son of renowned jazz violinist John Blake, Jr., Johnathan learned at an early age what it ... more The post 555 – Johnathan Blake: Musicality is the key appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

In this episode, I answer listeners’ questions about a wide range of business topics, like: Social media growth Taxes Paying yourself as a freelance artist Having multiple streams of income ... more The post 554 – [#AskRuffini] Music Business Edition appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Bob Gullotti was forever leaving his mark and pushing what’s possible as one of the founding members of The Fringe and worldwide tours with Eddie Henderson, J.J. Johnson, Joe Lovano, ... more The post 553 – Remembering the great Bob Gullotti appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Few people have had a consistent career like Ben Sesar, who’s into his 20th-year with Brad Paisley. There are many things that can be said about his great playing, but ... more The post 552: Ben Sesar (Brad Paisley): Digging in Deep appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Nashville drummer Kevin Murphy makes his second appearance on the podcast with a no-holds-barred conversation about music and money and the misconceptions around both. Known for his work with Tonic, Randy ... more The post 551 – Kevin Murphy: On Music and Money appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Michael Baker, the sideman for acts like Colbie Caillat, Andy Grammer, Orianthi, Gavin DeGraw, and others says he feels right at home backing up artists. That’s what’s most impressive about ... more The post 550 – Michael Baker (Gavin DeGraw): Do what feels right appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

EMAN is a prime example of what happens when preparation and opportunity meet. As a member of an immigrant family, EMAN learned from an early age that hard work was ... more The post 549 – EMAN (Andy Grammer): Putting in the hard work appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

It’s hard to put a label on Madame Gandhi, and my guess is that’s totally fine with her. Known for her work with MIA and Thievery Corporation, drummer and percussionist ... more The post 548 – Madame Gandhi: The Future is Female appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

We released nearly 100 episodes in 2019 and while they were all great, there were some that resonated more than others. Based on downloads, we identified the top 10 episodes ... more The post 547 – Wisdom from the top 10 episodes of 2019 appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

How does a jazz drummer end up working for a reality TV star with a boatload of dance club hits? In this episode, Daniel shares his experiences of touring with ... more The post 546 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Playing With The Countess appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

This episode originally aired on October 31, 2013 In this session, the legendary Motown drummer talks about his start in Kansas City to how he became one of the most ... more The post 545 – James Gadson: Developing your own sound appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

This episode originally aired on February 24, 2014 In this podcast I talked to drummer John “JR” Robinson, who is regarded as the most recorded drummer in history.  Getting his big ... more The post 544 – John JR Robinson: Know your niche appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

There’s a phrase that I first heard when I was in college: “Those who can, do. Those who can’t, teach.” We’ve all heard this time and time so I decided ... more The post 543 – To do or to teach? appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Although the title of this podcast might sound like a tagline from a motivational speaker, Daniel makes the case that there are concrete “techniques” we can utilize to help us ... more The post 542 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Dreaming Your Future appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

David Uosikkinen’s career has lasted longer than I’ve been alive. As the founding member of the Philadelphia-based group The Hooters, David has seen international, mainstream success for four decades which ... more The post 541 – David Uosikkinen: (The Hooters) Keepin’ it In The Pocket appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

It doesn’t matter if you’re a part-time musician, full-time, in a band, independent or anything in between. You have to understand the business you’re in and find others to help ... more The post 540 – Mind your business appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

This episode originally aired on August 22, 2016Billy Cobham is a man whose reputation precedes him as someone who has not only influenced and shaped generations of drummers but also as ... more The post 539 – Billy Cobham: A spectrum of knowledge appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

In order for us to move beyond what we think is possible, we need to move beyond our “circle” of friends, colleagues, and musicians to truly challenge our comfort zone. ... more The post 538 – Who’s in your circle? appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

This episode originally aired on 9/22/2014 In this podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Johnny Vidacovich who is a contemporary jazz drummer from New Orleans, Louisiana. Playing since the early ... more The post 537: Johnny Vidacovich: Playing Between the Cracks (Re-release) appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

I’ve made so many mistakes in my career as a drummer that I could never list them all. This episode covers ten of those mistakes that really stand out to ... more The post 536 – 10 mistakes I’ve made (and you should avoid) appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Although rudiments are the building blocks of every beat, pattern, fill, and solo that we play, many drummers feel it’s not necessary to study the rudiments as part of their ... more The post 535 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Yes, Rudiments Do Matter. Here’s 5 Reasons Why. appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Anton Fig has had a storied career by anyone’s standards. From his humble roots in South Africa, Fig went on to build a successful touring and session career before replacing ... more The post 534 – Anton Fig: Life, Letterman and Beyond appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

If you ask anyone how they’re doing, nine times out of ten they’ll respond with “busy.” But what are they busy doing? This episode takes a look at the difference ... more The post 533 – Motion VS Progress appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Vlade Guigni can accurately be labeled as hard-working, passionate, relentless, and many other things. One thing he is not though is lucky. For many people, it’s easy to look at ... more The post 532 – Vlade Guigni: Running down a dream appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

In this special edition of the podcast, I share an episode from my new podcast Uncut with Nick Ruffini, where I interview drummer and internet pioneer, Lou Montulli. Why share ... more The post 531 – SPECIAL EDITION: Uncut with Nick Ruffini appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Jason McGerr is on a journey. A never-ending journey to create his own, unique sound. Though most drummers attempt this in their playing, Jason is actually obtaining it. A student ... more The post 530 – Jason McGerr (Death Cab for Cutie): Play more, judge less appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

We all have an ego. Yes, you too. The thing most people don’t realize is that ego can manifest itself in many ways, including overconfidence, arrogance, insecurities and a wide ... more The post 529 – Is your ego getting in your way? appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

If there’s one thing Frank Zummo embodies, it’s persistence. The Long Island native moved to Los Angeles with a dream, his drums and a car full of clothes. Although the ... more The post 528 – Frank Zummo (Sum 41): Keep it consistent appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Glen Sobel is a rare breed. He was born and bred in Los Angeles, which isn’t something you hear every day. Growing up in LA, Sobel knew at an early ... more The post 527 – Glen Sobel: California dreaming and doing appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

For the most part, we all know what needs to be done to become a great player: Learn the basics, get a teacher, practice, practice and practice some more. Get ... more The post 526 – The other 75% of the puzzle appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

In this podcast, Daniel relates the story of how he was fired from a tour with a blues artist for not having a strong enough shuffle, and how that experience ... more The post 525 – [Daniel Glass Show]: How Getting Fired Helped My Career. appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

Poogie Bell, often characterized as a groove and pocket drummer, maybe slightly mislabeled. Sure, he’s laid in the pocket with notable artists like Erykah Badu and Chaka Khan and had ... more The post 524 – Poogie Bell: Stay curious appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

I shot a message out on Instagram asking you to submit questions for me to answer on the podcast and you didn’t disappoint. Thanks! Keep the questions coming! Email me ... more The post 523 – [#AskRuffini] Finding time to practice, dealing with struggle, recording without a budget and moving to a new city appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..