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522 – Scott Pellegrom: Overcoming adversity
Scott Pellegrom has been making waves on the scene for years because of his prowess around the kit mixed with his unique style of playing. Part of his uniqueness is ... more The post 522 – Scott Pellegrom: Overcoming adversity appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

521 – How to stay motivated to practice
We’ve all dealt with feeling unmotivated to practice. Whether it’s the “not enough time” myth, life is getting in the way, you’re too tired or just flat out don’t feel ... more The post 521 – How to stay motivated to practice appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

520 – Jonathan Ulman: How to thrive in any city
Jonathan Ulman has a plan. And although it may include working with a-list clients, appearing on magazine covers, and winning awards (he’s won the Boston Music Awards “studio musician of ... more The post 520 – Jonathan Ulman: How to thrive in any city appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

519 – The two career paths for a drummer
When it comes down to it, there are only two main career paths for a drummer and I dive into both of them in the episode. Not only do I ... more The post 519 – The two career paths for a drummer appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

518 – Neil Peart: A never before released interview from 1990
This special episode is a never-before-released interview with Neil Peart from 1990. I’m airing this interview courtesy of The Tapes Archives, a podcast that presents never-before-heard interviews with notable musicians, ... more The post 518 – Neil Peart: A never before released interview from 1990 appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

517 – Didi Negron: Chasing Happiness
Did Negron, the PA native who grew up in church, was inspired at a very early age by the allure of the drums. The inspiration and love for percussion stuck ... more The post 517 – Didi Negron: Chasing Happiness appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

516 – [#AskRuffini] Time Management
I posted a question on Instagram last week asking what you’d like to hear covered on the podcast. There were a lot of different responses but one topic that was ... more The post 516 – [#AskRuffini] Time Management appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

515 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Let’s Talk About Gear, Baby.
In this podcast, Daniel discusses all things gear related. He breaks down his personal set up, explains why he’s partnered with some of his companies for more than two decades, ... more The post 515 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Let’s Talk About Gear, Baby. appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

514 – Matt Musty: Getting on with Train
Matt Musty isn’t afraid of hard work. After moving from the east coast to Nashville and now Los Angeles, Musty has kept one thing consistent: his work ethic. Matt took ... more The post 514 – Matt Musty: Getting on with Train appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

513 – Should you give up on your dream?
There are plenty of talking heads who suggested if you haven’t “made it” by a certain age you never will. While I agree that the music business is a young ... more The post 513 – Should you give up on your dream? appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

512 – Nate Wood: The art of communicating musically.
The episode originally aired on October 31, 2016 Nate Wood, the California-born, NYC residing instrumentalist has been making waves on the live music scene lately, and for good reason. It ... more The post 512 – Nate Wood: The art of communicating musically. appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

511 – Yesod Williams (Pepper): Take a chance
Yesod Williams, the Kona, HI born drummer who’s band Pepper has been on the scene since the 90’s has created a quite the career for himself by taking a chance. ... more The post 511 – Yesod Williams (Pepper): Take a chance appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

510 – Connecting the dots of your career
Steve Jobs famously said that we can only connect the dots looking backward. It’s easy for us to understand how one relationship that started years prior resulted in a gig ... more The post 510 – Connecting the dots of your career appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

509 – Ralph Peterson: Musicality, connectivity and the link between the two
In this episode, I talk to Ralph Peterson, who is one of the most prolific jazz drummers in the world.  Bursting on the scene in the 1980s, Peterson’s resume boasts touring and ... more The post 509 – Ralph Peterson: Musicality, connectivity and the link between the two appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

508 – Eric Hernandez (Bruno Mars) From the Super Bowl to Beyond
This episode originally aired on January 31, 2014 In this podcast, I talked to Eric Hernandez, the brother of and drummer for Bruno Mars. Eric invited me over to his house ... more The post 508 – Eric Hernandez (Bruno Mars) From the Super Bowl to Beyond appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

507 – How to become an in-demand sideman/woman with Mel Brown
This episode originally aired on May 1, 2014In this podcast I talked to the legendary bass player Mel Brown, known for his work with Marc Anthony, Gladys Knight, Shiela E. and his book From Zero ... more The post 507 – How to become an in-demand sideman/woman with Mel Brown appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

506 – [Daniel Glass Show]: How to Read Charts
In this podcast, Daniel discusses why charts are an important tool in making a musician’s life easier and more successful, and how they can do the same for you, even ... more The post 506 – [Daniel Glass Show]: How to Read Charts appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

505 – Ed Soph: Teaching drummers how to make a living playing music. (re-release)
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSS This episode originally aired on the podcast February 16, 2015In this podcast I interview drummer and educator, Ed Soph. Ed, who is currently a Professor in the Jazz Studies ... more The post 505 – Ed Soph: Teaching drummers how to make a living playing music. (re-release) appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

504 – Jason Sutter: BIG picture thinking for long-term stability
Jason Sutter has had a career that would make even the most discerning critic envois. From tenures with Marilyn Manson and Smashmouth to Chris Cornell his current gig with Cher, ... more The post 504 – Jason Sutter: BIG picture thinking for long-term stability appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

503 – Maison Guidry: Be true to yourself
As soon as you hear Mason Guidry play you realize that he’s a unique individual. This is reinforced when you have a conversation with him where he often draws parallels ... more The post 503 – Maison Guidry: Be true to yourself appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

502 – Aaron Draper: Separating yourself from the pack
Aaron Draper grew up in Philadelphia, a city rich with music and no shortage of drummers like him. Understanding that he’d have to compete with every drummer in town for ... more The post 502 – Aaron Draper: Separating yourself from the pack appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

501 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Why EVERY Drummer Needs To Learn How To Swing
In this podcast, Daniel takes a closer look at what it means to “Swing.” He explores the evolution of this term, shares some practical exercises to help you swing better, ... more The post 501 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Why EVERY Drummer Needs To Learn How To Swing appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

500 – Nick D’Virgilio: Writing an ongoing musical story
Nick D’Virgilio (aka NDV) has had a career that most people dream of. In fact, part of his career was a dream come true when he was one of the ... more The post 500 – Nick D’Virgilio: Writing an ongoing musical story appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

499 – The realities of a career in music
You’ve seen it all over social media: The highlight reel of what a career in music looks like. But the reality is that everyone’s situation is different and what works ... more The post 499 – The realities of a career in music appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

498 – Dave Watts (The Motet): In the driver’s seat
The Motet’s Dave Watts is part of a bustling live music scene in Denver, CO. The scene has been grabbing attention as of late as an artist-friendly Mecca for musicians ... more The post 498 – Dave Watts (The Motet): In the driver’s seat appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

497 – The BEST career advice I’ve ever received
People love to offer up their advice whether it’s good or bad…and whether you ask for it or not. But, during a pivotal point in my career my mentor Glenn ... more The post 497 – The BEST career advice I’ve ever received appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

496 – [Daniel Glass Show]: In Defense of the Traditional Grip
In this podcast, Daniel takes a closer look at the much misunderstood and oft-maligned grip known as “traditional.” You’ll learn how it rose to prominence, why it was replaced by ... more The post 496 – [Daniel Glass Show]: In Defense of the Traditional Grip appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

495 – Larone “Skeeter” McMillian: Respect the Music
Larone “Skeeter” McMillian, started playing in church like a lot of guys but where he went from there is a story all his own. From an early age, Larone got ... more The post 495 – Larone “Skeeter” McMillian: Respect the Music appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

494 – Mark Stepro: One foot in front of the other
Mark Stepro has built a career by design. He’s played on every major late night show and regularly tours and records major-label records with Butch Walker including, Train, Rob Thomas, ... more The post 494 – Mark Stepro: One foot in front of the other appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

493 – Adam Deitch: Carrying the torch
You could label Adam Deitch as an old soul, but you’d only be half right. Born into a musical family (Adams parent’s, Bobby and Denise are both professional drummers with ... more The post 493 – Adam Deitch: Carrying the torch appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

492 – Walfredo Reyes Jr: Nothing great comes without sacrifice
Walfredo Reyes Jr. is a Cuban American drummer and percussionist who has lived and survived the ups and downs of being a professional drummer. Serving in his current role as ... more The post 492 – Walfredo Reyes Jr: Nothing great comes without sacrifice appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

491 – Khari Parker: Do your homework
Khari Parker is a pro, in every sense of the word. He has an ongoing dedication to learning his craft, he honors the tradition of the music and continues to ... more The post 491 – Khari Parker: Do your homework appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

490 – [Daniel Glass Show]: A Conversation With Bobby Morris.
In this podcast, Daniel checks in with his old pal, the legendary drummer Bobby Morris. Best known for his 1950s work with Louie Prima, Morris’s colorful life and incredible musical ... more The post 490 – [Daniel Glass Show]: A Conversation With Bobby Morris. appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

489 – Kevin Stevens: Removing your limiting beliefs
Kevin Stevens is a hustler. Not in the bad sense of the word, but someone who works hard to maintain a freelance career that has spanned both coasts, a few ... more The post 489 – Kevin Stevens: Removing your limiting beliefs appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

488 – What’s your ONE THING?
We all try to do multiple things at once. I was that guy for a long time. In fact, I still struggle with saying no, prioritizing what’s important and not ... more The post 488 – What’s your ONE THING? appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

487 – Bruce Becker – Always learning, always teaching
Bruce Becker’s experiences and lengthy career make him a great resource for anyone who listens to what he has to say. Why? Because, as I see it, he’s excelled in ... more The post 487 – Bruce Becker – Always learning, always teaching appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

486 – Aaron Steele: Taking the good with the bad
Aaron Steele has had his fair share ups, downs, twists and turns. From quitting drums to focus on breakdancing to signing a record deal and having the band break up ... more The post 486 – Aaron Steele: Taking the good with the bad appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

485 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Why Drummers Need To Be Actors
In this podcast, Daniel describes how drummers can deliver a more authentic performance by thinking of themselves as actors. By learning to “channel” the physicality of our favorite players – ... more The post 485 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Why Drummers Need To Be Actors appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

484 – Jerome Flood II: Ignore the naysayers
Jerome Flood II is all about defying the odds. Born in Rochester, NY and a product of the church environment, Flood knew he wanted to expand his horizons and build ... more The post 484 – Jerome Flood II: Ignore the naysayers appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

483 – Chris Culos (O.A.R.): Gratitude and consistency
Over the years since I first had Chris on the podcast, I’m happy to say that we’ve become friends and have kept in touch for the better part of the ... more The post 483 – Chris Culos (O.A.R.): Gratitude and consistency appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

482 – Derrek Phillips: The balancing act of a freelance musician
Derrek Phillips is all about meat and potatoes. Well, when it comes to his groove that is. (he’s a vegetarian). But don’t let the groove fool you, Derrek has facility ... more The post 482 – Derrek Phillips: The balancing act of a freelance musician appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

481 – How you do anything is how you do everything
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been giving more and more thought about the concept that the way we do everyththing in life are all related. I started to look ... more The post 481 – How you do anything is how you do everything appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

480 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Gene Krupa at Carnegie Hall, Part 2
In this podcast, Daniel continues his deep dive into the famous Benny Goodman 1938 Carnegie Hall concert and recording. The resulting concert – widely considered one of the most significant ... more The post 480 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Gene Krupa at Carnegie Hall, Part 2 appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

479 – Creating something from nothing with David Frangioni
If I listed one of David’s careers, it would be impressive. But David isn’t a one-career type of guy. He’s a Renaissance man who’s reinvented himself over the years. David ... more The post 479 – Creating something from nothing with David Frangioni appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

478 – Mark Guiliana: Art over commerce
Mark Guiliana is an artist. Not because he’s a drummer, but because he lives and dies by his ability to express himself artistically. Although getting started behind the kit comparatively ... more The post 478 – Mark Guiliana: Art over commerce appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

477 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Gene Krupa at Carnegie Hall, Part 1
On January 16, 1938 Benny Goodman brought his big band – featuring drummer Gene Krupa – into Carnegie Hall. The resulting concert – widely considered one of the most significant ... more The post 477 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Gene Krupa at Carnegie Hall, Part 1 appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

476 – Gregg Bissonette: A chameleon behind the kit (re-release)
This episode originally aired on April 16, 2015 (episode #100) In this podcast I sat down with the one and only, Gregg Bissonette.  Gregg’s reputation proceeds him, stemming from his ... more The post 476 – Gregg Bissonette: A chameleon behind the kit (re-release) appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

475 – Benny Greb: Better Practice, Better Results (re-release)
This episode originally aired on July 1, 2014 (episode #52)In this podcast, I talked to the legendary drummer, Benny Greb. Benny has been a staple on the clinic and drummer ... more The post 475 – Benny Greb: Better Practice, Better Results (re-release) appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

474 – [Daniel Glass Show]: My Tribute to Hal Blaine
In this session, Daniel offers his personal recollections of Hal Blaine’s legendary career through a series of dates, starting in 1991 with his first encounter with Blaine, and ending at ... more The post 474 – [Daniel Glass Show]: My Tribute to Hal Blaine appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..

473 – Jojo Mayer: The importance of observation (re-release)
This is a re-release of Jojo’s original episode from 2014 (episode #25). In this podcast, I talked to drummer Jojo Mayer, who is best known for his work with Nerve as well ... more The post 473 – Jojo Mayer: The importance of observation (re-release) appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros..