Drummer's Resource

This interview is EXTREMELY important to me and you’ll see why when you listen! In this podcast I interviewed renowned drummer and  true renaissance man, Steve Williams. Williams, a Berklee grad, has toured all over the world with hip-hop artists like Vanilla Ice and Disable Planets, has played played straight ahead jazz gigs all over […] The post 092 – The Renaissance Man: Steve Williams appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

This is a new series that I will be doing between the interview podcasts called #AskRuffini.  I get a ton of emails, messages, tweets, etc asking all sorts of questions ranging from “How can I practice better?” to “What’s your favorite food?” and everything in between.  Rather than replying to the messages individually I want […] The post 091 – [#AskRuffini] – Touring, practice, networking and confidence appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I talk to iconic Gospel drummer, Calvin Rodgers who is best known for his solid foundation behind a who’s who list of Gospel artists like Ricky Dillard, New G., Ramsey Lewis, Urban Knights, and John P.Keee as well as multiple studio projects.  During one of these studio projects Rodgers landed the coveted gig with […] The post 090 – Silencing your critics with Calvin Rodgers appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I interview drummer and educator, Ed Soph.  Ed, who is currently a Professor in the Jazz Studies and Performance divisions of the College of Music at the University of North Texas has made his name for serving as the drummer for Clark Terry, Bill Watrous and Woody Herman, as well as the small groups […] The post 089 – Ed Soph: Teaching drummers how to make a living playing music. appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I talk to master drummer and teacher, Pat Petrillo. Pat is known for his deep sense of groove, uncanny technique, and his ability to cover any musical situation. Throughout his career, Pat has backed and recorded with a variety of artists in many genres of music, including: Patti LaBelle, Gloria Gaynor, Constantine […] The post 088 – Pat Petrillo: Adapting and Authenticity appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In  this podcast I interview Nathaniel Townsley, best known for his work with Joe Zawinul, Corey Clover, Maria Carey, Will Downing and many others.  Nathaniel has laid the foundation for every type of music that you can imagine ranging from hip-hop to jazz and always approaches the music the same way: by serving the music, the song, and melody. […] The post 087 – Practicing to play VS practicing for chops with Nathaniel Townsley appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I talk to Jazz powerhouse, Greg Hutchinson.  
Jazz Magazine describes him as “the drummer of his generation” and indeed, Gregory Hutchinson is one of the most highly respected musicians of our time. His mastery of timing and expression of rhythms is at the core of his personal style. He is a musician’s […] The post 086 – Greg Hutchinson: Making the music feel good appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast, I talk to the one and only Jason Sutter, who is known for his work with New York Dolls, Marilyn Manson, Smashmouth and many others. No only is Jason Sutter a great rock drummer, he’s also well trained in drum corps, rudimental drumming, jazz and many other styles of music.  There are […] The post 085 – Jason Sutter: Learn everything, then forget it all and just play. appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

I know that we’ve all been there before.  We’ve talked about what we’re going to do one the new year is upon us, like: loose 20lbs, start practicing an hour a day, build a new website, etc etc.  While all of these intentions come from a  great place, they are not based in reality because […] The post 084 – 7 steps towards achieving your best year ever. appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I chat with the rocker himself, Mr Carmine Appice.  Carmine has been noted as one of the most influential rock drummers of all time thorugh his work with Cactus, Vanilla Fudge, Rod Stweart and more. He is also credited with influencing some of the greatest drummers of all time including: John Bonham, […] The post 083 – Carmine Appice: Shaping the landscape of Rock Music appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I interviewed the world-renowned Robin DiMaggio who is widely recognized as one of the most versatile drummers on the scene.  From landing his first major gig at 16 with Tracy Champman to becoming the music director for the United Nations, Robin is a force on the music scene and continues to break […] The post 082 – The truth behind getting gigs, hustling and creating your own opportunities with Robin DiMaggio. appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I talk to pro drummer, educator and inventor Jason Edwards from Prologix Percussion.  Jason started Prologix Percussion in 2001 because he could  never find the right practice pad for his needs. After a few prototypes, Prologix percussion was born. As most of you know, I do not do product reviews of any sort nor do […] The post 081 – The entrepreneurial journey of bringing a new drum product to market: with Jason Edwards (Prologix Percussion) appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I chat with the man, the myth, the legend…drummer, Mike Clark.  Mike is widely regarded as one of (if not, the) innovator of the linear funk drumming.  Mike is known for his work with Herbie Hancock and The Headhunters, specifically on the tune “Actual Proof“, which displays some dirty, nasty stanky funk! Clark has […] The post 080 – Mike Clark: Playing with musicality and purpose appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I’m joined by Grammy Award winning drummer Robby Ameen who has compiled a recording career stretching from Dizzy Gillespie to Paul Simon, while maintaining a more than twenty year relationship with Latin icon Ruben Blades as a member of Seis del Solar. In addition to his studio work, Robby tours all over […] The post 079: Robby Ameen – Playing different styles, and why it’s necessary appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I talked to drummer Stanley Randolph, who is best know as the current touring drumming for Stevie Wonder.  Stanley is a young drummer who has made a name for himself in Los Angeles and beyond.  Not only has Stanley reached great success, he has done it at a relatively young age but networking, […] The post 078 – Stanley Randolph: Taking Los Angeles by Storm appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I talk to the one and only Lil John Roberts who is currently on tour with Stevie Wonder on the “Songs in the Key of Life” tour.  This is the first time that I’ve featured someone who has already been on the podcast before. (Click here to listen to Lil John Roberts’ […] The post 077 – Lil John Roberts: Stevie Wonder’s “Songs on the Key of Life Tour” appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I sit down with the amazing drummer, Stanton Moore who is best known for his work with his band Galactic as well as an educator and clinician.  Not only has Stanton had a successful career with Galactic, he has also made a name for himself as a solo artist with his trio […] The post 076 – Stanton Moore: Practice Slow, Learn Fast. appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this Podcast I talk to drummer, Robert Mousey Thompson who ‘s best known for being the drummer for James Brown for the last 13 years of James’ life.  In addition to the Godfather of Soul, Mousey has also played with Wilson Pickett, Rufus Thomas, and has recorded with Black Eyed Peas, Skip Mahoney and […] The post 075 – Robert Mousey Thompson: Bringin’ the Funk! appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

If you haven’t heard “Moving to a New City (Part 1) Click HERE to listen now. Now that you’ve heard part 1 of Moving to a New City, its time to hit the ground running in your new town. You’ve done your homework, you’re prepared, you have money in the bank, and now what?  You […] The post 074 – Moving to a New City (Part 2) appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .

In this podcast I chat with my buddy Mike Meadows, who is best known for his work with Ben Kweller, Hayes Carll, and John Fullbright and others. Mike is also the inventor of the Black Swan drum and the co-owner of Swan Percussion.  While Meadows is often extremely busy, he is used to it being […] The post 073 – Mike Meadows: Becoming the Best Version of Myself appeared first on Drummer's Resource: Conversations with the world's greatest drummers and music industry pros. .