180 – Billy Thomas: Drumming for Vince Gill, The Time Jumpers, Singing and Drumming
Working Drummer9 Elo 2018

180 – Billy Thomas: Drumming for Vince Gill, The Time Jumpers, Singing and Drumming

Billy Thomas moved to Nashville from Los Angeles in 1987 and immediately began working with award winning singer, songwriter and instrumentalist Vince Gill. He has been a member of Gill’s touring band ever since and regularly sings and plays on Gill’s records. Billy is also a member of the multi Grammy nominated western swing band, The Time Jumpers. Billy has recorded and/or toured with Patty Loveless, Emmylou Harris, Steve Wariner, Marty Stuart, Ricky Nelson, Don Williams, Earl Scruggs and Dolly Parton. During the early ‘90s, Thomas was a founding member of the MCA Records trio, McBride & The Ride. The band’s Top 10 singles included “Sacred Ground,” “Going Out Of My Mind,” “Just One Night” and “Love On The Loose, Heart On The Run.” Thomas’ songs have been recorded by McBride & The Ride, Gill, Dottie West, Little River Band, Ricochet, the Oak Ridge Boys and Andy Griggs, among others. In this episode, Billy talks about: * The current changes Nashville is experiencing * The important role of the drummer * Using technique as a vehicle for achieving a great feel * Continuing to find joy in music after many years and experiences * The importance of good health * The willingness to be part of a team * Touring and recording with Vince Gill for the better part of thirty years * The Time Jumpers * Singing and drumming Billy endorses: Ludwig Drums, Sabian Cymbals, Pro-Mark Sticks, Evans Drumheads

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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...

10 Syys 201548min

030 – Jason Sutter: Touring with Smash Mouth, Chris Cornell, Marilyn Manson, Foreigner

030 – Jason Sutter: Touring with Smash Mouth, Chris Cornell, Marilyn Manson, Foreigner

Currently based in LA, Jason Sutter is known as a badass rock drummer who’s worked with so many strong rock acts like Marilyn Manson, Foreigner, Chris Cornell, Vertical Horizon and is currently on tou...

2 Syys 20151h 24min

029 – Greg Morrow: ACM Drummer of the Year, Giving Engineers What They Want, Touring to Sessions, Head Combinations

029 – Greg Morrow: ACM Drummer of the Year, Giving Engineers What They Want, Touring to Sessions, Head Combinations

Greg Morrow has been an inspiration for many drummers including myself, not only for his superb drumming but for his humble demeanor. Born in Ripley Tennessee and raised in Memphis, Greg was exposed ...

26 Elo 20151h 36min

028 – Gary Forkum: Owner of Forks Drum Closet, Supporting the Nashville Drumming Community

028 – Gary Forkum: Owner of Forks Drum Closet, Supporting the Nashville Drumming Community

Gary Forkum is the owner of Forks Drum Closet in Nashville Tennessee. What started as a closet full of cymbals and sticks in the back of a music store in 1982, has grown into the premier pro drum shop...

19 Elo 20151h 11min

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