Meet Nashville's Drummers
Learn from Nashville’s up-and-coming players and pros, plus interviews with special guests from music cities near and far. Hear their stories, be inspired, and share some laughs with us along the way.
Meet Nashville's Drummers
Learn from Nashville’s up-and-coming players and pros, plus interviews with special guests from music cities near and far. Hear their stories, be inspired, and share some laughs with us along the way.
Latest Episodes
Beau Kuther: Drumming for Smallpools | Growing up in the MySpace Era, Being an Indie Band in 2024, Creating Memorable Live Shows
Hailing from Bend, Oregon, Beau Kuther is best known as the drummer for indie rock trio Smallpools. Beau grew up in the Warped Tour era idolizing bands like Incubus and 311, and where MySpace...
Garden Groove Nashville: Building a Home Studio, Working with Good People, How to Get Clients, Creativity & Community
We are excited to partner with Garden Groove! The new home of Nashville Drummers Podcast. Garden Groove was born out of a desire to create a space where musicians, entertainers, teachers, and learners could...
Luke Sumner: Being a Pro the Right Way | Growing up in Nashville, Worship Drumming, Identity, Recording, & Staying Motivated
Born and raised in Nashville, TN, Luke was surrounded by the music industry from a young age. Throughout his childhood, he continued to develop his musical skills with his involvement in school and church....
Meet your Hosts
Dan Ainspan
From Slingerlands, NY, Dan moved to Nashville in 2020 to pursue a career at Pearl Corporation, based in Nashville. He continues to perform and record for a variety of artists & bands around town.
Nathan Sletner
Born in Redding, CA, Nate moved to Nashville in 2016 and has quickly made a name for himself. Nate performs weekly in rock bands on Broadway’s most popular venues including Tootsies and Kid Rocks.
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Alec Parrish: How to Land Bigger Gigs | Ableton & Tracks, Relationships Over Auditions, Being Prepared, Coffee & Tattoos
Alec Parrish is a drummer, music director, and Ableton designer based in Nashville, TN. While he is characterized by an impeccable feel and serving the song, Alec’s playing style is powerful and charismatic. With...