David Ruffy - Percussion Discussion - Episode 138 Joining me today is founding member and drummer of The Ruts (knowun as Ruts DC these days. Join Ruffy and myself as we pick through his amazing career starting with all the bands in Pre Ruts, this explains why they werent your everyday Punk band. We also talk about his work with some of the biggest …

Firmly back in the Legends Lounge today with Vinny Appice! Vinny has played on some of the most iconic heavy rock albums of the 1980's with Black Sabbath and Dio. Join Vinny and myself as we talk about his incredibe career so far. We talk about his early days at home and how his older brother Carmine was a huge influence on his playing. We of cours…

Joining me today is CEO and founder of Drumeo Jared Falk. Im quite certain that everyone watching or listening to this will know what Drumeo is and without doubt will have seen some of the remarkable content that they deliver time and time again, not just remarkable content, but filmed with the finest video and audio you could ever wish to see! Joi…

This was the end of another wonderful conversation with Simon Phillips that wasnt used in the recent Hayman episode, its way too interesting not to use. Simon tells us where his love of 24" bass drums came from, his first experience of using a boom cymbal stand that was brough back as a gift from New York and he tells us how cymbal stands affect th…

Joining me today is Lina Anderberg. Lina is currently on tour with Swedish singer and song writer, Zara Larsson. Lina (also from Sweden ) takes us through her career so far from her early days when her love of horses was the main competition to her drumming career! She tells us how she got the bug after just having a go on a kit at school, knowing …

Percussion Discussion - Episode 134 - The history of Hayman Drums . Joining me today for this very special episode talking about the history of Hayman Drums is a star studded cast including Drummer and Hayman authority Nigel Constable, Nigel wrote the Hayman Drum Book along with Bob Henrit in 2016 so is the perfect person to guide us through the Ha…

Joining me today is Nic Collins & Trev Lukather Trev Lukather and Nic Collins join me for a chat about their stunning new band The Effect, the band is completed by Steve Maggiora on Keys and the stunning vocals of Emmet Stang! Obvioulsy neither Nic or Trev need no introduction, Nic makes his 4th appearance on the Podcast while Trev has the honour o…

Percussion Discussion - Episode 132 - Mike Heaton. Joining me today is Mike Heaton. Since the 90’s Mike has been the drummer for Yorkshire indie rockers Embrace. Join Mike and myself as we chat about many aspects of his amazing career including his beautiful drumming and always serving the song, Mike explains how this wasn’t always the case and how…

Joining me today is Michel'le Baptiste. Michel'le has played for the likes of Beyonce, Lizzo and Fifth Harmony to name but a few! My first time seeing Michel'le play was at Glastonbury 2023 where she was the drummer with Lizzo's incredible all female band that totally blew my mind! Join myself and Michel'le, as we talk about her incredible journey …

Joining me today is Leon Cave. Since 2013 Leon has been the drummer with the mighty Status Quo. Join Leon and myself as we talk about his career so far, from his early days as a young heavy metal fan playing along to Iron Maiden songs through to studying with the renowned manchester based drummer and percussionist (and former guest) Dave Hassel. Le…

This is a very special episode of Percussion Discussion Podcast - this celebrates 101 years of Premier Percussion, Join myself and a wealth of remarkable drummers and industry professionals as they share their memories and thoughts of the mighty Premier Percussion. Joining me in no particular order are - Joe Franco - Ged Lynch - Andie Laidlaw - Bob…

Percussion Discussion - Episode 129 - Rob Brian Joining me today is English drummer Rob Brian Rob has carved out an incredible career for himself so far, having wonderful names on his CV such as Miles Kane, Siouxsie Sioux, Peter Gabriel, Hugh Cornwell, Simple Minds, Clara Ponty, Modern English and many more. Join Rob and myself for a fascinating an…

Joining me today is Tom Brechtlein. Tom is a hugely talented American drummer wh has played for the likes of Chick Corea, Robben Ford, Wayne Shorter, Frank Gambale, Don Grusin, Al Di Meola and many more. Join Tom and i as we pick through some of the highlights from his remarkable career so far. These include some remarkable stories about recording …

Alfie Boe - Percussion Discussion - Episode 127 Joining me today is Global Singing Megastar Alfie Boe OBE. Alfie is of course known for being a singer, recording countless hit albums and selling out concert halls acrosss the world.....BUT.... you guessed it, he is also a drummer too and a very passionate one at that. Join Alfie and myself as we exp…

Joining me today is Austrian drummer Philipp Groyssboeck better known as Phil G. Phil has lived in London for the last 20 years and has gained a quite remarakable CV of wonderful artists synonymous with the 1980'S including names such as Go West, Mike and The Mechanics, Roachford, T'pau, Taylor Dayne, Chris DeBurgh, Nik Kershaw, Paul Young and many…

Joining me today is UK Drummer Luke Bullen. Join Luke and myself as we talk about his amazing career so far, including a six year stint with the legendary Bryan Ferry, Luke tells us about some highlights of this period includinga gig at The Hollywood Bowl with the 10 piece band and a 60 piece orchestra, no pressure then.... We also chat about Luke'…

Joining me today is Neil Golding. Neil is the organiser of the UK Drum Show. Join us a we talk about what goes in to organising arguably one of the biggest drum shows in the world. Neil has a background in music magazine publishing and went to organise the London Drum Show for many years after working on Drummer magazine. We talk about the monument…

Joining me today is Stumpy Monroe. Stumpy is best known for being the powerhouse drummer for Scottish Hard Rockers - The Almighty. Formed in the late 80's they took the 90's by storm creating so many great songs and albums and some incredibly memorable gigs along the way. Join Stumpy and myself as we chat about his career from the very beginning of…

Rod Morgenstein - Percussion Discussion - Episode 122 Firmly back in the legends lounge today with the remarkable Rod Morgenstein. Join Rod and myself as we talk about his remarkable career so far from his early days with Dixie Dregs through to the melodic hard rockers Winger. Rod gives us a fascinating insight to the recording of the Buddy Rich Tr…

Todd Suchermann- Percussion Discussion - Episode 121 Im thrilled to be joined for todays Percussion Discussion by the one and only Todd Sucherman! Todd is best known for playing drums for legendary American rockers Styx since 1995. Join Todd and myself for a thrilling conversation covering many areas of Todds remarkably busy life and career. We tal…

Robert Sput Searight - Percussion Discussion - Episode 120 Joining me today is one of the best and funkiest drummers on the planet, Robert Sput Searight. Sput is a multi Grammy award winning and remarkable drummer / keyboard player / composer who has played for the likes of Erykah Badu, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Snarky Puppy, Ghost - Note and of …

Joining me today is Chris Jago for the second part of our conversation. Chris originally hails from Toxteth in Liverpool however he has lived in Los Angeles for the last 20 years. Chris has a remarkable story in the world of drumming and music in general, he has played for the likes of the legendary Neil Diamond, Alan Cumming, Boy George, Barclay J…

Joining me today is Chris Jago. Chris originally hails from Toxteth in Liverpool however he has lived in Los Angeles for the last 20 years. Chris has a remarkable story in the world of drumming and music in general, he has played for the likes of the legendary Neil Diamond, Alan Cumming, Boy George, Barclay James Harvest and many more....... but wa…

Homer Steinweiss - Percussion Discussion - Episode 118 Joining me today is Homer Steinweiss, Homer is a drummer, writer and producer from New York, he has an enviable CV of both live and recording credits including - Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, Fleet Foxes, Lady Ga Ga, Bruno Mars, Texas, Amy Winehouse, St Vincent, Michael Buble, Charles Bradley, …

Joining me today is Grammy winning drummer, producer and composer Trevor Lawrence Jr. Trevor has an impeccable career as drummer, composer and producer, his CV boasts names such as Stevie Wonder, Snoop Dogg, Dr Dre, Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, LeAnn Rimes, Macy Gray, Eminem, DJ Khaled, Lizzo, Kelly Clarkson, Alicia Keys...... the list goes on and on! J…

Joining me today is Mikey Sorbello. Mikey is an Australian born London based Drummer. Perhaps best known for being the percussive half of The Graveltones, Mikey has graced stages around the world and has played on countless albums. Here is a quote from UK Session Great Ash Soan about Mikey.... "Mikey has a unique playing style which reflects his pe…

Mark Pusey - Percussion Discussion - Episode 115 Joining me today is Mark Pusey. Mark is a superb british session drummer, he has played for some amazing artists such as Tom Jones, Andrea Bocelli, Nicole Scherzinger, Leona Lewis, Olly Murs, Sarah Brightman and Pixie Lott and for the last 11 years has been the drummer for Ed Sheeran. Mark has also w…

Percussion Discussion - Episode 114 - Ian Palmer. Joining me today is my good Friend Ian Palmer. Ian is a remarkable drummer that has played at the highest level from a very young age, he has gone on to play for the likes of Ray Russell Music, The Ghosts, Martin Taylor, Randy Brecker, Mark Egan, Mo Foster, Alan Price, Leo Sayer, Roy Wood, Jane McDo…

Joining me today are 2 wonderful gentlemen, Nigel Constable and Bob Henrit. Nigel is a wonderful drummmer and in the last few years along with Bob wrote the hugely succesful Hayman Drum Book. Bob of course needs no introduction, he has played for some huge British bands including Argent and The Kinks, has written many books over the last 30 years a…

Percussion Discussion - Episode 112 - Robin Guy. Joining me today is the wonderful Robin Guy. Robin is the powerhouse drummer best known for playing for Glam Rockers Rachel Stamp and legendary punk band Sham 69. Robin has also played for Tigertailz, Bruce Dickinson and many more..... Join Robin and myself as we talk about some of the aspects of his…

Percussion Discussion - Episode 111 - Nic Collins. Making a very welcome 3rd appearance is the fabulous Nic Collins. Join Nic and myself as we chat about what he has been upto recently including his remarkable apperance on Drumeo recreating the the grooves of Genesis and how that experience was, we also talk about the interview for Drumeo with Nic …

Percussion Discussion - Episode 110 - Peter "Dougal" Butler. Joining me today is Peter "Dougal" Butler. Peter was personal assistant to one of the most iconic, influential, famous and possibly infamous drummers of our time, the late great Keith Moon. Join Peter and myself as we chat about this huge chunk of his life from the late 60's as he tells u…

Joining me today is Jon Farriss. Since 1977 Jon has been the drummer with Austrailian rock/pop icons INXS, along with his brothers Andrew and Tim Farriss, Gary Garry Beers, Kirk Pengilly and of lead singer and main lyricist, the late great Michael Hutchence they created an incredible back catalogue of catchy funk tinged rock/pop songs with amazing …

here is a clip from my interview with the legendary Billy Cobham, Bill talks very candidly about the recording of the iconic Spectrum album. Including how quickly it was recorded and how the other incredible musicians were chosen! Take 11 minutes out of your day to watch / listen to this - you wont regret it!…

ris Gustofson (Trauma) - Percusssion Discussion - Episode 108 Joining me today is Kris Gustofson. Kris has been the drummer since the early 80's with Bay Area Thrash Metal Titans - Trauma, in 1984 their debut album Scratch and Scream was released with great success, the band were keeping high profile company in the Bay area, gigging and recording a…

Here is a short overview of the 30th RNCM Day of Percussion, i have been lucky enough to have attended most of these days, i have witnessed some remarkable performances over the years and made lots of great friends along the way. The video features clips of performances by Paul Patrick (principle percussionts with the BBC Philarmonic) Plus a segmen…

Greyson Nekrutman - Percussion Discussion - Episode 107 Joining me today is Greyson Nekrutman. Greyson has set the internet on fire over the last few years with his remarkable drum videos showcasing his incredible talent, from playing note for note blistering Buddy Rich solos (alongside the original video footage) Through to playing Tool , Black Sa…

Something different for this week, i thought i would share with you my Top 5 Drum related podcasts. I mainly listen to podcasts on my travels these days, these are the ones that i really enjoy, im sure there are many that i havent listened to, im not saying theyare the best, they are just my personal favourites. if you like a podcast that you think…

Roy Mayorga - Percussion Discussion - Episode 106 Joining me today is Roy Mayorga Roy has had the most incredible career so far playing with bands at the heavier end of the musical spectrum from the late 80's with NY Hardcore band Nausea - NYC, Soulfly ( With Max Cavelera formerly of Sepultura) Stone Sour, Hellyeah and as well as Stonesour Roy is c…

Percussion Discussion - Episode 105 - Brass Band Percussion. In this episode of Percussion Discussion we are focusing on something very close to my heart, Brass Bands, and in particular the percussion section. This episode features 2 members of the percussion section from the #1 ranked brass band on the planet - The Cory Band, Steve Jones and Ali W…

Here is a festive special featuring Don Powell of Slade fame talking to myself and my special guest Co-Host Steve White about the 1973 classic slade festive hit - Merry Xmas Everybody. This was taken from our chat with Don in the summer of 2020. Thank you to everyone who has watched, listened, shared, commented on or messaged me throughout 2022 - i…

Joining me today is american powerhouse drummer Mike Vanderhule. Since 2006 Mike has been the drummer with American hard rockers Y&T. Join Mike and myself as we chat about his career so far, of course we talk about his gig since 2006 with Y&T, Mike tells us how he respected the drum parts of the great drummers that previously held the drum stool wi…

Back in the legends lounge again today with Budgie. Peter Clarke, better known as Budgie is a wonderful English Drummer best known for his drumming with Siouxsie and the Banshees and The Creatures. Join Budgie and myself as we talk about his early days with a busy cabaret band gigging around the North West of England onto his remarkable career as a…

Kyle Stevenson - Percussion Discussion - Episode 102 Joining me today is Kyle Stevenson. Kyle is best know for being the powerhouse drummer for the last 16 years for American alternative metal band Helmet Join Kyle and myself as we talk about his career from the very beginning of his music career from starting as a 14 year old with a rented Percuss…

Percussion Discussion - Episode 101 - Steve Grantley Joining me today is british drummer Steve Grantley. Steve has an enviable CV with names including Julian Lennon, The Alarm, Eight Wonder, Billy Duffy, Glen Matlock, Jake Burns and the Big Wheel, RT-ZED, but for the last 25 years he has been the driving force for Northern Irish Punk Rockers Stiff …

Percussion Discussion - Episode 100 - Billy Cobham We are 100% firmly in the legends lounge for the 100th episode of Percussion Discussion - Billy Cobham. In 2001 Billy Cobham was named one of the 25 most influential Drummers by Modern Drummer Magazine, Billy is one of the very few who can truly be called a pivotal drummer in music history! Join Bi…

Percussion Discussion - Episode 99 - Joby Burgess. Joining me today is one of the UK's most diverse percussionists - Joby Burgess. Joby has played for the likes of Peter Gabriel at Red Rocks Ampitheatre and The Who at Wembley stadium but is equally at home as a studio musician performing on soundtracks such as Black Panther, Rocketman, Ad Astra, Mi…

Percussion Discussion - Episode 98 - Joe Franco We are firmly back in the legends lounge today with legendary New York drummer Joe Franco. Join Joe and myself as we chat about the highlights of his remarkable career so far, from his early days with The Good Rats (if you havent heard this band, you must. check out Tasty and be prepared to be blown a…

Joining me today is Tristan Head, the owner of Drumattic in Frome. Join Tristan and myself as we chat about all aspects of Drumattic, they have recently moved to a much bigger premises in Frome from Radstock and are still outting the finishing touches to what what will be a stunning space including Shop, Workshop and eventually a rehearsal space. W…

Percussion Discussion - Episode 97 - Steve Williams. Joining me today is Steve Williams, from 1974 to 2010 (apart from one very short spell) Steve was the powerhouse drummer with Welsh hard rock/heavy metal legends Budgie. Join Steve and myself as we talk about his amazing career, from his early days as a young drummer ( and not particularly being …