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Kyle Law: On Tour w/ Tim Montana, Broadway vs Artist Gigs, Work-Life Balance, Choosing Subs, Microscoping & Learning Complex Parts

Send us a Text! Today we welcome to the show Georgia-native Kyle Law, a Nashville-based live and session musician currently touring with hard-rock country artist Tim Montana. Kyle shares his insights on balancing Broadway gigs versus artist gigs, work-life balance, how to keep gigs and choose subs, and his method for learning complex drum parts,…

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Christian Delzoppo: On Tour w/ Knox, Self-Care & Sobriety, How to Network, Practice Routines & Staying Motivated

Send us a Text! Today we welcome Christian Delzoppo to the podcast, currently on tour with Nashville-based indie pop artist Knox Morris (Knox). Christian opens up about his struggles with alcohol and the path to sobriety, which allowed him to reignite his passion for drumming. He speaks to the transformative power of self-care and connections…

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Stefan Chippeaux: Pro Drum Tech | On Tour w/ Bailey Zimmerman, Resilience, Mastery, & Lifelong Learning

Send us a Text! Today we welcome Stefan Chippeaux to the podcast, currently on tour as the drum tech with young American country phenom Bailey Zimmerman. Stefan recalls his compelling transition from a drummer in Tampa, FL to an accomplished tech and performer in Nashville. We learn the skills and mindsets necessary to be a…

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Corey Boise: March to Your Own Beat | Titans Blue Crew Drumline, Nashville Punk Rock, Auditioning for Blue Man Group, Building Mental Resilience

Send us a Text! Today we welcome drummer and educator Corey Boise to the podcast! Having moved to Nashville in 1993, Corey is an experienced player and drum corps vet with his hands in many facets of the industry, including performing, recording, and touring. Corey is currently the drummer for Nashville-based punk bands Digital Brains…

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Garrett Tyler: For King & Country, Drum Corps Legacy, Versatile Artistry, the Strength of Relationships & Collaboration

Send us a Text! Today we welcome Artist, Drummer, Musical Director, Producer, Multi-Instrumentalist, and Educator, Garrett Tyler to the podcast! Garrett is currently the Bandleader & Drummer for multi grammy award-winning pop duo, For King & Country. Garrett shares his inspiring journey from a small town in Arkansas to performing with the prestigious Blue Devils…

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Tyler Bronson Smith: Finding Your Sound, Nashville’s Evolving Scene, Embracing Versatility & the Importance of Listening

Send us a Text! Today we welcome veteran Nashville drummer Tyler Bronson Smith to the show! This wide-ranging interview spans Tyler’s extensive career in the industry – from his small-town upbringing in North Carolina to studying at the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles and eventually moving to Nashville, Tyler shares personal anecdotes, the significance of…

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2024 Music City Drum Show (LIVE from the Booth)

Send us a Text! Attendee and exhibitor interviews from the Music City Drum Show July 20th & 21st, 2024. Register for the 2025 Music City Drum Show https://www.musiccitydrumshow.com Interviews (in order of appearance) 00:00 Intro 0:17 Welcome 1:49 John Crocken Persimmon Drumsticks 5:05 Vladimir Gutsman – Tonewings 8:50 Rich LeRoy – RL Drums 11:48 Sean…

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Molly Rose: From TikTok to Tour | Social Media Stardom, Touring w/ Upchurch, Self-Identity & Country Music, How to Land Endorsements

Send us a Text! Today we welcome to the podcast NorCal native Molly Rose, currently on tour with American rapper and country artist Upchurch. Molly shares her inspiring journey to Nashville, revealing her early love for country music and the pressures she faced as a young drummer. Molly recounts her experience at the Musicians Institute…

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Lou Vecchio: On Tour w/ Alexandra Kay | How to Nail the Audition, NY Pop-Rock Roots, Social Media for the Modern Musician, Recording as a Live Band

Send us a Text! Welcome Long Island, NY native Lou Vecchio to the podcast! Lou is currently the drummer for country artist Alexandra Kay and Danish-American rock band New Politics. In this episode, we learn of Lou’s transition from New York’s vibrant rock scene to Nashville’s country music arena. Lou discusses his mindset during auditions…

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Chris Rayner: Living the Dream – From RVs to Drums | Horizontal Integration, Touring w/ Clayton Mullen, Nashville Sessions & Drum Covers

Send us a Text! Welcome to the podcast St. Petersburg, Florida-native Chris Rayner! Currently drumming for 23-year-old country artist Clayton Mullen, Chris shares with us his 17-year journey to achieving his dream of touring. We highlight his unique path involving starting a mobile RV business and how it unexpectedly opened doors in the music industry….

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