Best Rick Marotta Podcasts (2024)

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"Angular Banjos Sound Good to Me" ft. Elliot Scheiner 53:26

7h ago53:26

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Engineer, mixer, and producer Elliot Scheiner, who won Grammys for his work on Aja, Gaucho, and Two Against Nature, joins the podcast to talk all about his experiences working on those classic Steely Dan albums, and more.By baddantakes

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E200: Live From My Drum Room! Drum Fantasy Camp 2024 Preview! 1:10:07

2h ago1:10:07

1:10:07

Send us a Text Message. I'm joined by Steve Orkin, founder of Drum Fantasy Camp now in its 16th year, along with some of this year's Drum Fantasy Camp Councilors, Mike Mangini, Bruce Becker and Vinny Valentino. Legendary drummer and one of the original DFC councilors Steve Smith, joined to talk about how DFC began. Other councilors for this year's …

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E199: Live From My Drum Room With Narada Michael Walden! 1:39:59

10d ago1:39:59

1:39:59

Send us a Text Message. My guest is legendary drummer, composer and Grammy-winning producer, Narada Michael Walden! We do a deep dive into Narada's incredible 50 plus year career, including Mahavishnu Orchestra, Weather Report, Jeff Beck, Tommy Bolin, Journey and much more! We also talk about this comprehensive new retrospective, "Narada Michael Wa…

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E198: Live From My Drum Room With Greg Errico! 1:24:48

19d ago1:24:48

1:24:48

Send us a Text Message. My guest is legendary drummer and founding member of Sly & The Family Stone, Greg Errico! In this episode Greg and I do a deep dive into several classic Sly & The Family Stone songs, breaking down his drum parts and how he came up with his iconic grooves. We also discuss Sly & The Family Stone's appearance at Woodstock '69, …

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Live From My Drum Room PAS Scholarship! 1:49

25d ago1:49

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Send us a Text Message. Exciting news! 100% of the proceeds from Live From My Drum Room T-shirts goes toward a newly created Live From My Drum Room Scholarship with the Percussive Arts Society! https://pas.org/pasic/scholarships/ Live From My Drum Room T-shirts are made of soft 60%cotton/40% polyester. Available in XS-2XL. $25 includes shipping in …

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"We Work Well Together" ft. Thomas Dolby 50:40

25d ago50:40

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Producer and singer-songwriter Thomas Dolby joins the podcast to primarily discuss his collaborations with another band whose songs contain obtuse lyrics and complex chord sequences, Prefab Sprout. Thomas shares his experiences producing the albums Steve McQueen (1985) and Jordan: The Comeback (1990), and also talks a bit about his own solo work an…

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E197: Live From My Drum Room With Steve Schaeffer! 1:14:51

26d ago1:14:51

1:14:51

Send us a Text Message. My guest is legendary Los Angeles studio drummer Steve Schaeffer. In this episode we talk about Steve's jazz background, moving to Los Angeles in the late 1960s and his break into TV and film work, thanks to the recommendation of his friend and mentor, the great Shelly Manne. By the mid 1970s, Steve was a first call session …

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E196: Live From My Drum Room With Gene Chrisman! 1:25:40

1M ago1:25:40

1:25:40

Send us a Text Message. My guest is legendary drummer, Gene Chrisman! Gene was a member of The Memphis Boys, the house band at American Sound in Memphis. From 1967 to 1972, Gene and The Memphis Boys recorded an incredible 122 hit records, with artists such as Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin, Neil Diamond, Dusty Springfield, King Curtis, B.J. Thomas,…

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E195: Live From My Drum Room With Bruce Becker! 1:14:16

1M ago1:14:16

1:14:16

Send us a Text Message. My guest is Master Teacher, Author and Drummer, Bruce Becker! Bruce and I do a deep dive into his long and successful career, including forming and co-leading The David Becker Tribune with his brother David Becker, his 30 plus years studying with legendary drum guru Freddie Gruber, developing his teaching concept, "The Flow"…

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E194: Live From My Drum Room With Gavin Harrison! 1:31:02

2M ago1:31:02

1:31:02

Send us a Text Message. My guest is legendary Prog drummer Gavin Harrison! In this episode Gavin talks about recent tours with King Crimson, Porcupine Tree and The Pineapple Thief, his home studio, a rundown of his microphones and gear, his performance at Zildjian's 400th Anniversary Concert in London and more! I was honored to have the EXCLUSIVE W…

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"The Trip We Made to Hollywood" ft. Elliott Randall 49:24

2M ago49:24

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Guitarist Elliott Randall joins the podcast to talk all about his experiences with Steely Dan, from playing shows and recording with Donald and Walter in 1960's New York, to later joining them in L.A. to lay down guitar solos on songs like "Reelin' in the Years" and "Green Earrings." Elliott also looks back on friendships with several beloved music…

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Shaping Your Journey with John DeChristopher 1:14:33

2M ago1:14:33

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Send us a Text Message. On January 23, 2024, I had the pleasure of being a guest on "Shaping Your Journey," hosted by Aldo Mazza. It was fun to be on the other side of the camera and microphone for a change. So come along for the ride and I hope you enjoy this episode. I'll be back with another episode of Live From My Drum Room soon! Thanks for wat…

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E193: Live From My Drum Room With Jody Cortez! 1:05:40

2M ago1:05:40

1:05:40

Send us a Text Message. My guest is Los Angeles session and touring drummer, Jody Cortez. In this episode Jody talks about moving from Miami to Los Angeles at age 10. Meeting Jeff Porcaro and the Porcaro family, how Jeff got him his first major tour with Boz Scaggs at age 21, working with Christopher Cross including the songs "Uncharted Hearts" and…

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E192: Live From My Drum Room With Adam Nussbaum! 1:18:02

2M ago1:18:02

1:18:02

Send us a Text Message. My guest is my old friend and legendary drummer, the great Adam Nussbaum! We played the Michael Brecker track "Suspone." Adam talks about his early influences like Mitch Mitchell, who led him to Elvin Jones, his relationship with Mel Lewis, going on the road with John Scofield, the importance of listening, his brush techniqu…

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"They Never Knew it Went Down" ft. Andy Cush 53:00

2M ago53:00

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Writer and bassist Andy Cush (Pitchfork, Garcia Peoples) joins the podcast to discuss the challenges of tackling the Steely Dan hits with his new cover band Katy & the Liars, and shares how Chuck Rainey's bass parts on "Kid Charlemagne" and "Peg" inspired him to learn how to slap the bass.By baddantakes

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E191: Jeff Porcaro Stories with Robyn Flans! 1:41:45

2M ago1:41:45

1:41:45

Send us a Text Message. My guest is author Robyn Flans and in this episode we discuss her book, "Moments In Time: Jeff Porcaro Stories" available through Hudson Music. This episode aired "live" on April 29, 2024, which was also Joe Porcaro's 94th Heavenly birthday. So come along for the ride and please subscribe! Check out E186: Jeff Porcaro's 70th…

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"The Corner Office" ft. Max Zuckerman 50:28

3M ago50:28

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Max Zuckerman's debut solo album The Corner Office, with its perfectly arranged jazz-pop epics about creeps and sleazebags, is very reminiscent of a certain band...Max joins the podcast to talk about his own work and creative process, his love of Steely Dan, and other musical influences including Brazilian groups like Azymuth and Japanese City Pop.…

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E190: Live From My Drum Room With Keio Stroud! 1:22:57

3M ago1:22:57

1:22:57

Send us a Text Message. My guest is Nashville session and touring drummer, Keio Strode. Keio discusses moving to Nashville from Athens, GA and breaking into the scene. The importance of having a positive attitude, working hard, being prepared and being dependable. His friendship with first call Nashville session drummer Eddie Bayers, working with R…

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E189: Remembering Freddie Gruber With Special Guests! Part 2 1:04:27

3M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Send us a Text Message. In Part 2 of Remembering Freddie Gruber, the stories and laughs continue as we reminisce about our friend and legendary drum guru, Freddie Gruber. I'm joined by Jim Keltner, Steve Smith, Dave Weckl, Adam Nussbaum, Bruce Becker, David Bronson, Jay Dittamo, Don Lombardi, Rob Wallis and Colin Schofield. We share some hilarious …

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"Gotta See a Joker" ft. Allison Rapp 47:05

3M ago47:05

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Classic rock journalist Allison Rapp (Ultimate Classic Rock) joins the podcast to discuss some of her favorite songs from the Dan-verse, including "Daddy Don't Live in That New York City" and Tori Amos' cover of "Do It Again," and shares what it was like to see Steely Dan on their current tour with the Eagles. Also, Alex shares a brief follow-up on…

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E188: Remembering Freddie Gruber With Special Guests! Part 1 1:12:15

3M ago1:12:15

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Send us a Text Message. I'm joined by an incredible group of legendary drummers and friends, as we remember drum guru to the stars, the one and only, Freddie Gruber. Jim Keltner, Vinnie Colaiuta, Steve Smith, Dave Weckl, Adam Nussbaum, Bruce Becker, Mark Schulman, David Bronson, Jay Dittamo, Don Lombardi, Rob Wallis and Colin Schofield. We share so…

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E187: Live From My Drum Room With Chad Gracey! 1:03:44

3M ago1:03:44

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Send us a Text Message. My guest is Chad Gracey - drummer and founding member of "LIVE." Chad and I discuss his stellar drumming on the band's hugely successful record "Throwing Copper" released 30 years ago this month. We do a deep dive into the recording process, songwriting, and Chad's approach to creating tasteful and supportive drum parts. We …

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Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! T-shirts Available Now! 1:18

3M ago1:18

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Send us a Text Message. Hey everyone! I'm celebrating four years of "Live From My Drum Room" with my official Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! t-shirt! Made of 60% cotton/40% polyester for a soft and comfortable fit! Available in XS-XXL. $25 including shipping in the contiguous USA. For orders outside the US, I would need to calculat…

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E186: Jeff Porcaro's 70th Birthday with Robyn Flans and Gary Katz! 1:30:49

3M ago1:30:49

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Send us a Text Message. A special episode in honor of Jeff Porcaro's 70th birthday! I'm joined by Robyn Flans, author of "Moments In Time: Jeff Porcaro Stories" available through Hudson Music, and legendary Steely Dan producer, Gary Katz! Gary shared some wonderful stories about Jeff, including the first time he met Jeff and David Paich when they w…

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"Heartbreak Souvenir" ft. Steve Khan 50:03

4M ago50:03

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Guitarist Steve Khan, who played on 5 of the 7 tracks on Gaucho including the solo on "Glamour Profession," joins the podcast to talk all about his experiences collaborating with Steely Dan. Steve also shares his memories of recording on some of the "lost Gaucho" tracks, including "I Can't Write Home About You" and "Heartbreak Souvenir."…

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E185: Live From My Drum Room With Zack Alford! 1:10:28

4M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

Send us a Text Message. My guest is Zack Alford! Zack and I do a deep dive into his long and stellar career, including The B-52s, Bruce Springsteen, David Bowie, Billy Joel, Gwen Stefani, The Psychedelic Furs and more! Lots of great stories and we play one of Billy Joel's tracks Zack played on, "All About Soul" So come along for the ride and please…

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E184: The Best Of Live From My Drum Room With John DeChristopher! Vol. 1 58:24

4M ago58:24

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Send us a Text Message. As I approach the 4th anniversary of Live From My Drum Room and close in on 200 episodes, I've put together a "Best Of" show with clips from episodes going back as far as 2020. My guests include Stan Lynch, Gary Mallaber, Micky Curry, Steve Gadd, Vinnie Colaiuta, Rick Marotta, Andy Newmark, Jim Keltner, Joe Vitale, Simon Kir…

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"Die Behind the Wheel" ft. Cory Hanson 50:21

4M ago50:21

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Wand frontman, guitarist, and singer-songwriter Cory Hanson joins the podcast to discuss how Steely Dan influences his creative process. He also shares his thoughts on classic rock, the eerie perfection of Aja, and some of his other musical influences ranging from Steve Howe to Sinatra.By baddantakes

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E183: Live From My Drum Room With David Uosikkinen! 1:11:39

4M ago1:11:39

1:11:39

Send us a Text Message. My guest is drummer, producer and a founding member of "The Hooters," David Uosikkinen! David and I discuss how he became interested in music, The Beatles on Ed Sullivan and becoming a drummer. Playing in bands as a teenager and ultimately forming "The Hooters" in 1980, recording their first major label release "Nervous Nigh…

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E182: Live From My Drum Room With Denny Fongheiser! 1:42:15

4M ago1:42:15

1:42:15

Send us a Text Message. My guest is drummer, producer and composer, Denny Fongheiser! Denny talks about moving from his home in the San Francisco Bay area to Los Angeles at age 20 and breaking into the LA session scene in the 1980s. We talk about Denny's exquisite drumming on Tracy Chapman's 1988 debut record, her smash hit, "Fast Car" and his appe…

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"It Will Come Back to You" ft. Jazmine Hughes / Helen Newby 52:25

5M ago52:25

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Writer Jazmine Hughes joins the podcast to share her "Steely Dan testimony," explaining how she discovered their work through hip-hop samples, and later developed an appreciation of their witty, off-kilter lyrics. Also, I talk to Helen Newby about her superb cello cover of "Peg."By baddantakes

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E181: Joel Selvin - "Drums & Demons: The Tragic Journey Of Jim Gordon." 1:28:02

5M ago1:28:02

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Send us a Text Message. My guest is Joel Selvin, author of "Drums & Demons: The Tragic Journey Of Jim Gordon" available Feb 27th on Diversion Books. Joel and I do a deep-dive into the incredible and prolific career of legendary drummer, Jim Gordon, as well as the tragic circumstances of his mental illness. So come along for the ride and please subs…

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E180: TrackTalk With Andy Newmark! 1:22:36

5M ago1:22:36

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Send us a Text Message. Legendary drummer Andy Newmark and I do deep-dive into three of his iconic recordings: Carly Simon's "Anticipation," Gary Wright's "Love Is Alive," and John Lennon's "Nobody Told Me." So come along for the ride and please subscribe! Contact Andy - e-mail: andrew.newmark@zen.co.uk telephone: +44 1227 750 139 (United Kingdom) …

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E179: 60th Anniversary of The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show! 1:18:53

5M ago1:18:53

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Send us a Text Message. I'm joined by friends and legendary drummers Jim Keltner, Andy Newmark, Joe Vitale, Stan Lynch and Kenny Aronoff, to celebrate and discuss that historic evening when The Beatles made their first US appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, February 9, 1964. An estimated 73 million people tuned in that night that changed popular mu…

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"Don't Take Me Alive" ft. Rick Marotta 50:10

5M ago50:10

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Drummer Rick Marotta, the session specialist who played on classic Steely Dan songs like "Peg," "Hey Nineteen," "Time Out of Mind," and others, joins the podcast to share his experiences recording with Donald and Walter in the late 70's.By baddantakes

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E178: Celebrating Hal Blaine's 95th Birthday! 1:34:53

5M ago1:34:53

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Send us a Text Message. Hal Blaine's recording credits are simply staggering. Hal would have turned 95 on Feb 5th, 2024 - he passed away on March 11, 2019 at age 90. I'm joined by Jim Keltner, Don Randi, Denny Tedesco, Clem Burke, Dennis Diken and Don Lombardi, to celebrate Hal Blaine's 95th Birthday and share memories and stories of our dear frien…

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Paul Shaffer (Part 2) 44:03

5M ago44:03

44:03

Tom and Paul Shaffer continue their discussion and discuss David Letterman days and much more.

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Paul Shaffer (Part 1) 46:15

5M ago46:15

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Tom and Paul Shaffer go back a long time most notably when they were Blues Brothers. Join Tom and Paul as they have a most entertaining conversation about their decades working together.

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"In a Faded Yellow-Green" ft. Anna Martinez 49:26

6M ago49:26

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Graphic designer/artist Anna Martinez (better known as "Jive Miguel" on Twitter) joins the podcast to talk about how connecting with other Steely Dan fans was like "finding her people." Anna also shares her thoughts on some of the catalogue's puzzling artwork choices, and explains why she's taken on learning the melodica as an homage to Donald.…

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E177: TrackTalk: Rick Marotta on "Breakdown Dead Ahead" 56:51

5M ago56:51

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of TrackTalk, Rick Marotta and I do a deep dive into his driving shuffle in Boz Scaggs' "Breakdown Dead Ahead." So come along for the ride and please subscribe to my YouTube channel! "Live From My Drum Room" is hosted by drummer and music industry veteran, John DeChristopher, and is a series of intimate "conv…

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E176: TrackTalk: Myron Grombacher on "All Fired Up" "Shadows Of The Night" & "Invincible." 28:17

6M ago28:17

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of TrackTalk, Myron Grombacher discusses his playing on Pat Benatar's "All Fired Up" Shadows Of The Night" and "Invincible." Come along for the ride and please subscribe! Watch the entire episode: https://youtu.be/It7sQRms6b8?si=DdH15xLsgYxDwFMy "Live From My Drum Room" is hosted by drummer and music industry…

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"Stalking the Dread Moray Eel" ft. Paul Grimstad 53:07

6M ago53:07

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Writer and film composer Paul Grimstad (The Sweet East) joins the podcast to discuss the particulars of Steely Dan's studio recording process and their mastery of arranging for rock music. Paul also shares how a piece on Gaucho he wrote for The Paris Review led to a correspondence and eventual interview with Donald himself.…

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E175: TrackTalk: Tris Imboden on "Footloose" & "I'm Alright" 23:28

6M ago23:28

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Send us a Text Message. This episode of TrackTalk is an excerpt from Live From My Drum Room With Tris Imboden. In this episode, we do a deep-dive into two of Kenny Loggins' biggest hits that Tris recorded: "Footloose" and "I'm Alright." Tris shares insights on each song, including him singing the bridge on the "live" version of "I'm Alright" which …

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Michael Connelly 43:17

6M ago43:17

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Tom talks with best selling author Michael Connelly (Bosch, Lincoln Lawyer).

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E174: Live From My Drum Room - "Gadd: A Life In Time" 1:29:38

6M ago1:29:38

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we do a deep dive into Hudson Music's retrospective on Steve Gadd, "Gadd: A Life In Time." My guests are the legendary Steve Gadd himself, along with Rob Wallis and Joe Bergamini of Hudson Music. Rob and Joe share insights on the development of the book, which includes interviews, song transcriptions, never …

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E44: Live From My Drum Room With Dave DiCenso (Lost Episode!)! 1:58:18

6M ago1:58:18

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Send us a Text Message. This episode aired live/was recorded on June 22, 2021 and due to audio issues, it was never released as a podcast (only available on YouTube. ) However, I feel the content in Dave's episode is too good not to release as a podcast, even with the echo, so here it is! My guest is drummer, educator, author and composer, Dave DiC…

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E173: Live From My Drum Room With Adam Deitch! 1:02:36

6M ago1:02:36

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Send us a Text Message. My guest is four-time grammy nominated drummer, composer, arranger and producer, Adam Deitch. Adam and I do a deep dive into his creative process for composing and recording. Growing up immersed in music, where both parents are drummers. His bands "Lettuce" "The Adam Deitch Quartet" and their latest release "Roll The Tape" h…

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E172: A Tour of My Drum Room, Vintage Drums and Music Memorabilia! 1:03:29

7M ago1:03:29

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Send us a Text Message. Closing out 2023 with a tour of my drum room and memorabilia. A look at my vintage drum collection, along with some background on each kit. And a look at the various memorabilia, Gold and Platinum Records and more, I've accumulated from my years working in the Drum Industry. Please excuse any audio glitches as the show was s…

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"For the Little Guy" ft. Luke Rowell 50:22

7M ago50:22

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New Zealand-based computer musician Luke Rowell joins the podcast to discuss how a surging interest in Steely Dan has influenced his vaporwave music project Eyeliner, whether it be from Donald's piano tutorials or a shared love of "fake fake jazz."By baddantakes

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E171: 2023 Christmas Holiday Show! WARNING: CONTAINS DRUMMERS! 1:44:01

7M ago1:44:01

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Send us a Text Message. My annual Christmas Holiday show where I invite a bunch of my drummer friends to drop in, and I never know exactly who's going to show up. The show was "live" so there were a few "warts," but it's always a lot of laughs! My guests were a literal who's who of drumming, including Aynsley Dunbar, Mike Mangini, Robyn Flans, Eddi…

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