564 - Ryan Connors: MD'ing for Hozier, Finding Self-Acceptance as a Drummer, Loving the Rehearsal Process
Ryan Connors is a multi-instrumentalist, MD, songwriter, and producer based in Nashville. He is currently keyboardist, MD, and backup drummer for Hozier, and has also worked with many other artists an...
23 Apr 1h 11min
563 - Matthew Atkins part 1: Drumming at The Mayfield Theatre, Charting at a Pro Level, Being Prepared
Matthew Atkins is a celebrated veteran of the music industry. An honours graduate of the renowned Musician’s Institute in Hollywood CA, Matthew has worked in a wide array of genres and situations. Mat...
16 Apr 1h 33min
562 - Chaun Horton: Playing with Lauren Daigle, Family Life in Sweden and Work Life in Nashville, "Playing in the Crossroads"
Growing up in Rochester, New York, Chaun Horton was birthed into a love of music. Under the tutelage of his father, a church organist, Chaun first learned his craft by playing for local choirs, then e...
9 Apr 1h 15min
561 - John Spittle: Drumming for Trace Adkins, Developing Pocket and Feel, Three Generations of Drummers
John Spittle has been the long-time drummer with Country icon Trace Adkins. John began his career on the drums in Southern California playing in bands and recording sessions since the age of 15. Since...
2 Apr 1h 14min
560 - Bruno Esrubilsky: Playing with Mitzki, Supporting the Artist (not just the song), Letting His Brazilian Shine Through
Bruno is a Brazilian drummer and percussionist based in the Bay Area and the longtime drummer for indie rock icon Mitski. He graduated from Berklee College of Music in Boston, moved to New York in 20...
26 Mar 1h 30min
559 - Marc Slutsky: Drumming for Peter Murphy, Practicing at the Micro Level, Staying Curious
Originally from Merrick, NY, Marc Slutsky built his reputation as both a touring and studio drummer, working with a wide range of internationally recognized artists. Marc first gained broader visibil...
19 Mar 1h 32min
558 - Jeff Hamilton: Falling in Love with Sound, Music vs. Drumming, Approaching Music with Joy & Humor
Jeff Hamilton attended Indiana University and later studied with John Von Ohlen. Hamilton was influenced by Gene Krupa, Buddy Rich, Mel Lewis, “Philly” Joe Jones, and Shelly Manne. In 1974, he got his...
12 Mar 1h 6min
557 - Chris Stankee: SABIAN’s Director of Artist & Public Relations, Sabian Lore, Memories of Neil Peart
As SABIAN’s Director of Artist & Public Relations, Chris Stankee leads the charge in shaping and nurturing the company’s artist program on a worldwide scale. His responsibilities span from talent recr...
5 Mar 1h 8min
