287 – Neil LaFortune: Hosting the “Gretsch Afternoon Drum Break”, Working with Tribute Acts, Adapting to the Socioeconomic Climate of Your Scene
Working Drummer17 Syys 2020

287 – Neil LaFortune: Hosting the “Gretsch Afternoon Drum Break”, Working with Tribute Acts, Adapting to the Socioeconomic Climate of Your Scene

Neil LaFortune has covered many styles throughout the years from Classic Rock, Funk, R&B, Country, Latin, Pop, Jazz, and Blues based cover bands, to original acts. Studies at Ontario College of Percussion in Toronto and later studies with Jim Blackley helped prepare Neil for professional settings that required reading and versatility. The last several years Neil has been busy with Tribute acts such as Abba Revisited, Police tribute “Message In A Bottle,” as well as many other tributes in the U.S. and abroad. Neil’s work included gigs with his duo Sticks and Tones as well as rising Canadian country singer Meghan Patrick opening for the likes of Rascal Flatts, Dwight Yoakam and Kiefer Sutherland. In 2020 Neil started hosting his weekly interview series called the Gretsch Afternoon Drum Break. Teaching is another passion and Neil teaches lots of private lessons at home and does clinics and workshops locally and abroad. His teaching efforts earned him the Drummers Choice’s Teacher of The Year in 2003. In this episode, Neil talks about: * Differences between the music scenes in Canada compared to the U.S. * Hosting the “Gretsch Afternoon Drum Break” * Navigating the world of endorsements * Adapting to the socioeconomic climate of your scene* Working with tribute acts* Good health after 50 This episode is sponsored by Beier Drums Neil proudly endorses: Gretsch drums, Dream Cymbals and Regal Tip products

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038 – Sean Fuller: Florida Georgia Line, Self Expression as a Sideman, Creating a Vibe

038 – Sean Fuller: Florida Georgia Line, Self Expression as a Sideman, Creating a Vibe

Sean Fuller is best known as the drummer for the country pop duo Florida Georgia Line. This gig with FGL has been a great fit for the group and Sean as well. Sean is encouraged to express his style wi...

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037 – Dr. Preston Wakefield: Treating Repetitive Stress Injuries in Drummers, Active Release Techniques, Proper Stretching

037 – Dr. Preston Wakefield: Treating Repetitive Stress Injuries in Drummers, Active Release Techniques, Proper Stretching

Dr Preston Wakefield is a well known chiropractor in Nashville and is known throughout the music community as the go to guy for sound advice as well as quick and noticeable results when musicians are ...

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036 – William Ellis: Touring with Montgomery Gentry, Drawing Inspiration from Multiple Styles

036 – William Ellis: Touring with Montgomery Gentry, Drawing Inspiration from Multiple Styles

William Ellis is an in-demand drummer based in Nashville, TN and for almost six years, has been the drummer for the country duo Montgomery Gentry. His extreme versatility within a myriad of styles has...

22 Loka 20151h 20min

035 – Jeff Hartsough PAS Executive Director: PASIC 2015, Rhythm Discovery Center, Percussive Arts Society History

035 – Jeff Hartsough PAS Executive Director: PASIC 2015, Rhythm Discovery Center, Percussive Arts Society History

Jeff Hartsough is the Executive Director of the Percussive Arts Society as well as the Rhythm Discovery Center in Indianapolis Indiana. Since it’s start in 1961, PAS has stayed true to its Mission to ...

14 Loka 201540min

034 – David Parks: Creating Opportunities, Nashville Drummers Jam, Turning Passion into Gigs

034 – David Parks: Creating Opportunities, Nashville Drummers Jam, Turning Passion into Gigs

David Parks is known as not only a versatile and in demand drummer, but has also grown his reputation as a creative visionary solely based on the success of the Nashville Drummer Jam and it’s growing ...

8 Loka 20151h 35min

033 – Tom Hurst: Touring, Teaching, Organizing and Everything in Between

033 – Tom Hurst: Touring, Teaching, Organizing and Everything in Between

Tom Hurst is known for so many projects that he is involved in that its hard to narrow it down to one that most would identify him with. The artists he’s worked with include The Backstreet Boys, Gary ...

28 Syys 20151h 23min

032 – David Northrup: Oak Ridge Boys, Travis Tritt, Sharing a Recording with Jeff Porcaro, Seeing Failure as a Blessing in Disguise

032 – David Northrup: Oak Ridge Boys, Travis Tritt, Sharing a Recording with Jeff Porcaro, Seeing Failure as a Blessing in Disguise

After nine years working with Travis Tritt and making a name for himself, David has found a gig with The Oak Ridge Boys that has been the perfect fit for him and his family. David’s solid drumming abi...

23 Syys 20151h 27min

031 – Josh Birkhimer: All Styles, Full Time Musician in Denver, Kid Rock Stand in

031 – Josh Birkhimer: All Styles, Full Time Musician in Denver, Kid Rock Stand in

Josh Birkhimer has a super diverse skill set that allows him to adapt to any situation and tackle any style of music. From latin and jazz to heavy rock, Josh continues to stay busy through employing m...

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