Best Drum Kit Podcasts (2024)

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Oh You Don’t Like That We Like Ace Frehley 10,000 Volts? Why Should We Care What You Think? 1:11:06

1h ago1:11:06

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Episode 571. One email is the focus of this week’s episode, see below. Why does anyone care what someone else likes or doesn’t like? Why do you attack people with different views? Why would you think you are going to change the minds of anyone with a message like this? Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at ww…

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Maxwell Flanders' (Luke Hemmings / Lizzy McAlpine) Top 5 Influential Records 33:02

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This week, our guest is Maxwell Flanders, a close friend of mine and pseudo-neighbor based in Los Angeles, California. He's a highly sought-after touring and session drummer who recently wrapped up touring with Lizzie McAlpine and is now preparing for a world tour with Luke Hemmings. I've admired Max's drumming for a long time; he plays with such c…

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Finding The Line 44:34

2d ago44:34

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Join The Practice Project https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy We dive straight into this one! First off we chat about our current feelings towards social media and the impact it has on their creativity and motivation. We talk about experiencing boredom and numbness with platforms like Instagram and Twitter, and the pressure to create conten…

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We Find Out What Is It Like to Catch Your Hair on Fire 1:42:44

8d ago1:42:44

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Episode 570. Guests are Tim Kletti of Arch Allies, Michael Schneider of Hairball and Dave Moody of Hairball. Four friends sit down and talk about the magic of KISS. We also talk about Dave’s hair starting on fire when he was dressed up like Gene Simmons, the music industry and insight from 50 years of being a KISS fan. This is a great roundtable di…

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Living a Multifaceted Creative Life: Musician John Harvey on Being a Renaissance Man in the Digital Age 1:41:50

4d ago1:41:50

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Leave Us a Review I was first introduced to my good friend John Harvey by our mutual bro Dave Fowler. At the time, John was the guy who was thumping away on the bass guitar with the emo band Secondhand Serenade. During his touring days, John also played with artists like Jessie James Decker, Jackson Harris, Williams Honor, Natalie Stovall to name a…

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Steve Jocz's (Sum 41, The Vandals) Top 5 Influential Records 1:15:25

13d ago1:15:25

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This week’s guest is Steve Jocz, also known as Stevo 32. Steve is a Canadian musician best known as the original drummer of the punk rock band Sum 41. Steve co-founded Sum 41 in 1996 with Deryck Whibley and played a significant role in the band's early success, contributing to their distinctive punk rock sound. He remained with Sum 41 until 2013, s…

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Another Box of KISS Krap is Opened, We Find VHS Tapes and Something That Blows Up 51:52

10d ago51:52

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Episode 569. Another long unopened box of KISS stuff today, what do we find? Some more “action figures”, a blow up KISS chair and a bunch of KISS VHS tapes… some original commercial tapes such as KISS Meets the Phantom and Animalize Live Uncensored and some white label promotional video tapes. We also find a 1994 book that is a directory to the int…

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JohnnyBgood's Top 5 Influential Records 39:52

21d ago39:52

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This week's guest is JohnnyBgood. I've been following his Instagram account for a while now and I'm really impressed by his nostalgic, retro-futuristic synth sounds and vintage video game vibe. Paired with a clean, opaque colored-infused aesthetic, it's beautiful in its minimalist approach. He's committed to his branding so strongly that he chooses…

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Muffling Your Drums 48:20

17d ago48:20

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Join The Practice Project https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Get Tickets to see Simon Says at The Whisky We hope you enjoy this fun chat about our favorite YouTube videos, crazy tour stories, and all the insane ways we have muffled our drums over the years! Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:06 Reflecting on Past Band Experiences 06:21 The Cha…

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Why Do KISS and Aerosmith Have Similar Merchandise? 1:02:23

21d ago1:02:23

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Episode 568. Mark asks an interesting question… how come Aerosmith and KISS have similar merchandise? Is Aerosmith copying KISS? No, the truth is both bands are with the same merchandise company, Bravado. We spend time talking about how merchandise companies will use the same merchandise ideas across many bands. Forget the haters, we won! Press req…

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A Little Person With Big Ambitions: Christophe Zajac-Denek On Dwarfism, Navigating Societal Norms, Acting, Surfing, Self-Acceptance and Drums 1:19:31

27d ago1:19:31

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In this episode, host Jay Alders is joined by Christophe Zajac-Denek, an actor, musician, surfer, and disabilities advocate who brings a unique perspective on thriving with dwarfism. Christophe opens up about his journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and the significance of self-confidence in defying societal expectations. His story is a testament…

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Nick Adams' (Aly & Aj / Take That) Top 5 Influential Records 41:06

23d ago41:06

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This week’s guest is Nick Adams … a Los Angeles-based touring and recording drummer whose passion for music and live performance has led him to work with an array of well-known artists such as Rivers Cuomo,Noah Cyrus, Fifth Harmony, Aly & Aj, Liz Phair, and Take That among others. I am obsessed with his Instagram; he gets such amazing sounds and is…

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M.D. at Wembley & First Show in 20 Years 50:11

23d ago50:11

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Join The Practice Project https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy I think the title says it all for this one. What a WEEK! We hope you enjoy the episode :) - Mike & Eddy Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Stretching 01:46 Catching Up and Reflection 03:00 The Practice Project 04:35 The Process of Musical Directing 08:17 Home Renovations and Contrac…

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Lisa Reviews the New KISS Makeup Kit, Impressive and You Ask Us the Questions this Week 1:42:28

24d ago1:42:28

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Episode 567. Before heading to court, Lisa joins us to review the new Glamlite KISS Makeup and wow, pretty impressive! After her quick review we do a Hit and Run show, you ask us the questions and we answer them. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Side…

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Dissecting the Drumming of Phil Selway (Radiohead) 1:13:10

29d ago1:13:10

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This week’s topic on our "Save It For the Pod" segment with Mr. Gunnar Olsen is the timeless and seemingly underrated drummer of Radiohead, Phil Selway. Gunnar and I each choose our top 5 Phil beats and go a dissectin’! GUNNAR'S CHOICES: - Track - Morning Bell (Live in Oxford) Album - I Might Be Wrong Release Year - 2001 - Track - There, There Albu…

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40 Years of Comedy: Inside the Mind of Brad Upton 1:24:55

29d ago1:24:55

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A conversation with Brad Upton, a comedian whose observational humor and unique view of the world have captivated audiences from cruise ships to comedy clubs for 40 years. In this episode, Brad reveals the intricacies of his comedic process and work ethic and talks about his inspiration as well as the disciplined craft of writing and performing. He…

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3 Tips For Private Lessons 48:31

1M ago48:31

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Join The Practice Project https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode, we discuss the importance of time management and the effective structuring of drum lessons. We emphasize the need to understand and teach according to the student's learning style. We also highlight the value of practicing as a teacher to understand your student'…

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Uffda! The $900 Creatures of the Night Box Set… Why? What Are They Thinking? 1:24:27

1M ago1:24:27

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Episode 566. Uffda, $900 for the vinyl edition of the Creatures of the Night box set! What are they thinking? Were they even thinking? This new edition has EXACTLY the same content as the previous box set, but instead of CDs it comes on vinyl. And they think we are just going to open up our wallets and pay nearly $1000! Well we aren’t cracking open…

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Russell Holzman's (Caroline Polachek, @starpowerdrummer) Top 5 Influential Recordings 47:51

1M ago47:51

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This week's guest is drummer and producer Russel Holzman (@starpowerdrummer). Russell received his education in Jazz and Classical music at the New England Conservatory. Currently, he tours with artists such as Caroline Polachek and, known for his captivating drumming videos, Russell has garnered a substantial following on social media. Based in NY…

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3 Tips for Recording 43:05

1M ago43:05

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Join The Practice Project https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this week's episode, we chat about various tips and strategies for recording drums in the studio. If you know us, then you know we had no shot of sticking to just three tips, so here are the tips we actually did discuss... Overcoming distractions Adjusting click track and drum…

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Where's the beat?! (can you find the ONE in these 10 songs?) 1:11:19

1M ago1:11:19

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Back in the day, Gunnar Olsen and I launched a segment for this show named 'Save It For the Pod!' without much of a plan beyond discussing random topics in a back-and-forth, list-style format. We managed to produce just three episodes before life got in the way. However, I'm considering bringing it back as an enjoyable addition to this podcast feed…

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Mark Cicchini is Not Silent this Week, He Reviews Ace Frehley 10,000 Volts 2:06:53

2M ago2:06:53

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Episode 565. Mark Cicchini is not silent this week! He pulls out his notes and give us his review of the new Ace Frehley album 10,000 Volts. Michael adds a little and Tommy takes a nap. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been view…

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Dave Elitch - Top 5 Things You're NOT Doing That Are Hurting You & Your Drumming 1:03:15

2M ago1:03:15

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Today, we have a very special guest, Dave Elitch, here to talk about his new online course titled "Staying Out of Your Own Way." Dave believes that musicians should approach their craft with the mindset of athletes, and he's created this new course because he sees a significant need for it in the community. Until now, such a resource simply didn't …

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Online Vs. In-Person Lessons 48:52

2M ago48:52

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Virtual Camp 3 - Rudiments (click here for more info) Join The Practice Project https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Summary In this conversation, Mike and Eddy discuss the challenges and rewards of teaching in-person and through video. They share their experiences of finding their feet as teachers and the importance of continually refining …

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Ace Frehley 10,000 Volts Who Played On The Album, Who Wrote The Songs? 1:31:17

2M ago1:31:17

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Episode 564. Steve Brown and Joey Cassata join us to talk about the new Ace Frehley album 10,000 Volts. So much discussed about how this new album happened and who was involved. What were the two things Ace insisted be on the album? Were other cover tunes discussed? Who wrote the songs? Who played on the album? The album production and recording pr…

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Allison Miller's (Drummer / Composer / Teacher) Top 5 Influential Records 47:28

2M ago47:28

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This week’s guest is Allison Miller. Allison, based in New York City, is an American drummer, composer, and educator known for her versatile style. Fusing jazz with rock, funk, and global music elements, she has collaborated with notable artists including Dr. Lonnie Smith, Ani DiFranco, Natalie Merchant, Brandi Carlile, and others. A prolific solo …

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WOW! We Find Some Incredible KISS Merchandise from the 70s in a Moving Box! 1:09:51

2M ago1:09:51

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Episode 563. This week is another trip into Michael’s garage to open a box of KISS stuff that has been in storage for decades… what do we find? This week it is a nice little goldmine as we find the original KISS Viewmaster reels, some unopened series one and two KISS trading cards and a full set of KISS Rockstics Puffy Stickers and a lot more! Can …

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Why We Practice 45:27

2M ago45:27

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Sign Up for - Virtual Drum Camp 3 - Rudiments (click here for more info) Support this podcast and become a member of The Practice Project. https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this conversation, we discuss the importance of practice and the reasons why we continue to practice. They emphasize the need for consistency and finding the right …

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Mike & Eddy Order New Kits! 48:37

2M ago48:37

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Join The Practice Project https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode, we discuss our gear preferences and go shopping for new drum kits, but here's the catch. Eddy is doing it on the Gretsch website, and I am doing it on the Ludwig site! We also talk about the importance of practicing and the benefits of accountability. Takeaways C…

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Bill Bruford's (Yes / King Crimson / Earthworks / Genesis) 5 Influential Records 45:58

2M ago45:58

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This week’s guest is THE Bill Bruford. Bill is a legendary drummer whose illustrious career spans over five decades, marked by pioneering contributions to progressive rock, jazz fusion, and beyond. Emerging onto the music scene in the late 1960s, Bruford gained prominence as the drummer for progressive rock icons Yes, where his intricate rhythms an…

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What Do Musicians Think of Avatars, Holograms, Tribute Bands and Backing Tracks Hatebreed Joins Us 1:36:04

2M ago1:36:04

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Episode 562. We are joined by Frank Novinec and Wayne Lozinak from Hatebreed, both a HUGE KISS fans. We try to dig into their minds and what do they as musicians think about avatars, holograms, tribute bands and backing tracks. Would they turn Hatebreed into avatars? Really amazing discussion where we learn what professional musicians think of all …

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Brian Dunne's (Hall & Oates / Live at Daryl's House) Top 5 Influential Records 36:49

2M ago36:49

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This week’s guest is Brian Dunne. Brian is the current drummer for Hall & Oates as well as the house drummer for Live From Daryl's House. Everything Brian plays sounds like a pre-produced groove and it's no wonder that he’s held the throne behind so many incredible musicians…including but certainly not limited to Joe Walsh, Ben Folds, Allen Stone, …

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Headspaces Pt. 1 53:32

2M ago53:32

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Please Support this Podcast and become a Patron https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode, we discuss the importance of practice and introduce The Practice Project! We also do a deep dive into our different headspaces in various drumming contexts, including 1-1 lessons, drum camps, and live shows. We talk about the importance of s…

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The 50 Biggest KISS Events, Do You Agree? 1:43:47

2M ago1:43:47

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Episode 561. Martin Popoff joins to discuss his book KISS At 50. This richly illustrated book pays tribute to the band on the occasion of their 50th anniversary by curating and examining the 50 most significant milestones. We discuss a number of milestones Martin selected. Do you agree with Martin’s picks? Purchase: https://www.amazon.com/Kiss-at-5…

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Sarah Jones' (Harry Styles / New Young Pony Club / Hot Chip) Top 5 Influential Records 43:44

3M ago43:44

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This week's guest is Sarah Jones…an English musician best known for being a session and touring drummer. She has recorded and/or toured with New Young Pony Club, Aynsley Lister, Bat for Lashes, Puscifer, Hot Chip, Bloc Party, Pillow Person and many more. Since 2017, she has been in one of the most high-profile drum thrones in the world as the drumm…

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Behind the Drum Kit: Brooke Colucci's Rhythmic Revolution 1:16:45

3M ago1:16:45

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"Rock Angel" shares her personal and professional journey, reflecting on how her passion for drumming has shaped her life and career. Leave a Review Meet Brooke Colucci Brooke Colucci, also known by her hundreds of thousands of fans on social media as "Rock Angel" is a dynamic New York based professional drummer. In this episode we talk to her abou…

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Are These Really the Worst Business Decisions KISS Has Ever Made? 2:07:20

3M ago2:07:20

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Episode 560. Julian Gill is back this week as we discuss a poll from the KISSfaq message board about the worst business decision KISS has made in their career. Frankly most of the examples listed in the poll aren’t even business decisions and they also made money for the made… so how can that be a bad decision? Forget the haters, we won! Press requ…

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3 Tips for Drum Teachers 48:42

3M ago48:42

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Please Support this Podcast and become a Patron https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode, we discuss our top three teaching tips for drummers, including the importance of walking the walk, asking questions, finding a niche, outlining lessons, and having confidence as a teacher. We also talk about building confidence, setting expe…

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Arbak Dal's (T Cymbals / Independent) Top 5 Influential Records 40:14

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This week’s guest is Arbak Dal––a phenomenal turkish drummer and founder of T Cymbals. He’s toured and/or recorded with countless European artists over the years in addition to his own solo projects. He also worked for decades as the everyman at Istanbul Agop Cymbals before taking a crack at doing it all himself with T Cymbals. I met him a few year…

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We Find a Bunch of KISS Lunch Boxes in a Storage Box Including a Mint Original Lunch Box 41:05

3M ago41:05

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Episode 559. No Mark this week so Mike and Tommy dive into another moving box filled with KISS stuff. This week we find a bunch of KISS lunch boxes along with a mint condition original KISS lunch with thermos. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides o…

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JP Bouvet's (Childish Japes / Educator) Top 5 Influential Records 55:48

3M ago55:48

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This week’s guest is JP Bouvet. JP is a fabulous drummer, educator and winner of the 2011 Guitar Center Drum Off. He has his own band called Childish Japes and has toured with artists like Steve Tai and Zack Wylde as part of guitar supergroup Generation Axe…AND he runs his educational drum website where he specializes in teaching improvisation. I a…

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Paralyzed by Perfection 56:26

3M ago56:26

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Please Support this Podcast and become a Patron https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode, Mike and Eddy engage in a Q&A session where they discuss various topics such as the best camera, documentary, exercise, and podcast of 2023. They also reflect on their biggest lessons, regrets, and favorite moments of the year. The conversat…

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Michael Opens Another Box of KISS Collectibles AND Mark Opens Two Boxes of His Own 1:38:45

3M ago1:38:45

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Episode 558. We open another box of KISS collectibles that has been in storage for decades… what do we find? Some original items from the 70s and some one of a kind, personal items from the band. Mark also breaks down and opens two of his own boxes to show us some of his collectibles. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael…

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Balancing Creativity, Work, and Life with Jay Alders & Meredith Hackwith Edwards 1:15:23

3M ago1:15:23

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Join Jay Alders and Meredith Hackwith Edwards in this special episode of the Shifting Perceptions Podcast which originally aired on Meredith For Real. Finding Your Rhythm in the Symphony of Daily Demands and Artistic Passions This conversation covers such topics as: Importance of creativity and how (and why) to make time for it Intertwining mindful…

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Ray Brown's (Snail Mail) Top 5 Influential Records 47:56

3M ago47:56

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This week’s guest is Ray Brown...drummer for the band Snail Mail. I’ve been a big fan of Ray's drumming since I first heard him on Snail Mail’s debut album, Lush, in 2017. His upbringing in the DC area music scene gives him authority on a lot of music I've never heard before...and I'm assuming maybe some of you as well? He’s got a lot of energy and…

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Approaching the Song List for a Tribute CD vs a Tribute Band Show with Buffalo Rock City 1:11:08

3M ago1:11:08

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Episode 557. John Jeffrey from Buffalo Rock City is back to talk about his new KISS tribute CD. We also talk about how as a member of a KISS tribute band he approaches picking the setlist for a live show vs picking the song list for a tribute CD. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com …

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What Makes a Good Drummer? 1:06:15

4M ago1:06:15

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Click here to sign up for Virtual Drum Camp 2 - Grooves Please Support this Podcast and become a Patron https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode, we discuss the following categories of drumming... Speed Groove/Grooves Fills/Chops Independence Technique Showmanship Music Theory We chat about the musical situations where these subj…

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Rhys Hastings' (Yves Tumor / Educator) Top 5 Influential Records 1:03:13

4M ago1:03:13

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This week’s guest is Rhys Hastings. This episode has been a long time coming as both Rhys and myself have been two ships in the night trying to schedule this thing. We’ve both had an insanely busy year of touring, but we finally did it! Rhys is an incredible person and drummer based in Los Angeles and has played with the likes of Yves Tumor, Melani…

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Viral TikTok Sensation: Singer-Songwriter Zach Paradis 1:03:39

4M ago1:03:39

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Meet Zach Paradis, a dynamic singer-songwriter discovered by Crash Adams on TikTok. Zach shares his decade-long journey in the music industry, blending pop, hip-hop, and R&B with heartfelt storytelling. This episode unpacks Zach's creative process, the newfound pressures of viral fame, and the challenges and thrills of songwriting. We also explore …

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2023 Recap! 53:48

4M ago53:48

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Get more info about Virtual Camp 2 - Grooves https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-drum-camp-grooves-tickets-785169652567?aff=oddtdtcreator Please Support this Podcast and become a Patron https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy A.I. wrote this. LOL... In this episode, Mike and Eddy celebrate a podcast milestone and discuss their favorite drummin…

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