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Thank you for your patience! We final debrief and chat about our thoughts on this years uk drum show. Were you at this years show? Let us know on Instagram - @countusinpodcast Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermusic Harry: @harryplaysdrums Support the show Buy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

We'll be at this years UK Drum Show! We talk about who's on our list to see perform, what we're looking to pick up and our thoughts on the line up itself, with the lack of female drummers on the line up.  Will you be at the show this year? Look out for us there and let us know who you're most excited to see at the show! @countusinpodcast Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiej...

In this weeks episode, we are "Taking Stock" on our plans and progress over the year. Discussing our initial goals and plans for this year, and if any of those have been met, as well as anything we've fallen short on. What are you taking stock of so far in 2026? Let us know on Instagram: @countusinpodcast Matt - @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie - @jamiejoinermusic Harry - @harryplaysdrums...

In this episode, we continue our discussion from our "Planting Your Flag" episode and talk about being original. We dive into confidence behind the drums, talk about originality in creating parts for original bands, and if its possible to be original in a covers band.  Instagram: @countusinpodcast Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermusic Harry: @harryplaysdrums Support the show...

In this episode, we discuss teaching in groups. With Matt recently putting on a masterclass for his students, we thought it would be a good time to discuss how different it is to one-on-one teaching, how we aim to get the most value out of those group sessions and what makes a masterclass different to a group lessons.  Instagram - @countusinpodcast Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermusi...

In this episode, we discuss the concept of “planting our flag”. Whether our “flag” is wanting to be proficient in a specific genre, being all in on studio work over live work, or being known for education, we dive deep into what our “flag” could be.  Let us know if you’ve found your flag on Instagram - @countusinpodcast Matt - @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie - @jamiejoinermusic Harry - @harryplaysdrums ...

With the summer festival season in full swing, and weddings left right and centre, we thought it would be perfect timing to talk about how we manage our schedules during a busy time like this.  Connect with us on Instagram - @countusinpodcast Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermusic Harry: @harryplaysdrums Support the show Buy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

In this weeks episode, the trio returns! We get the lowdown on Jamies trip to Italy, Matt's new Evans Drumheads line up for his kits and Harry's thoughts on the Rolling Stones's new album! We discuss using backing tracks and our experience with them, good and bad! We discuss the easiest and most efficient way to run them and how you could incorporate it into your live set!  Instagra...

In this weeks episode, Matt and Harry talk about being adaptable. We discuss different gigging situations where we’ve had to adapt our playing, but other situations that you may find yourself in. Jamie, is enjoying some time in Italy!  Instagram: @countusinpodcast Matt - @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie - @jamiejoinermusic Harry - @harryplaysdrums Support the show Buy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/c...

In this episode, we discuss our essential gig gear! From our go-to essentials, to our gig savers, and best finds, we talk all the items we can't gig without! What are your bits of essential gig gear? Let us know on our instagram - @harryplaysdrums *Apologies for the audio issues - Our normal recording situation surprised with a last minute update that isn't valid with Harry's Mac so...

In this weeks episode (or therapy session), we discuss the bad gigs. All the funny moments, the not so funny moments and the moments we wish we could forget! What are some of your bad gig or gig horror stories? Tell us on instagram - @countusinpodcast Questlove drum fill fail: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjiq0DoSQD8 Matt - @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermusic Harry: @harryplaysdrums Su...

In this weeks episode we tackle the vast (and slightly vague) topic of "being professional". Yes, there are many things that quantify being professional, but what are the things that we maybe overlook? What are the things that maybe matter more than just being really good at what you do? Hmmm.... Let us know what you think contributes to "Being Professional" on our instagram -...

In this weeks episode, we discuss what we think "the dream" is. We discuss things that we'd love to do in our drumming journeys and things we've done that feel like big achievements. What do you feel most proud of in your drumming journey, and for you what is "the dream"? Let us know on our Instagram - @countusinpodcast Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermus...

In this episode we continue our practice pad exercises with our 6th episode in the series. We all bring a different exercises that use various rudiments and explain how these workouts can be both useful before a gig and to develop technique, but also to embellish into something completely your own. Head to our instagram - @countusinpodcast to see us play these exercises long with notation.  Death...

In this episode, we return to our "Deep Dive" series where one of us presents the others with an album to listen to top to bottom, and we dive deep on the drummer behind the album, the drum parts, the sounds, production and songwriting. With Matt not joining us for this episode, Jamie and Harry chat about one of Jamie's favourites, "Plans" by Death Cab For Cutie. Released...

In this episode, we discuss navigating band dynamics. A touchy subject no doubt, but we discuss how we've tried to navigate awkward conversations about commitments to rehearsals and gigs, to organising calendars for dates. How have you gone about this with your bands? Let us know on our instagram - @countusinpodcast Dont forget to rate and share this episode if you've enjoyed it.  "...

In this weeks episode, we talk about dealing with uncertainty. Being working drummers, we all encounter uncertainty all too often. From not knowing when the next gig will come in, not knowing what to practice, what bit of gear to buy and everything in between. It makes a tough business feel even tougher. We're all in it together though and if you have a that uneasy feeling of uncertainty, get...

In this episode we discuss all our experiences in growing our originals bands. Reminiscing about our very first originals bands, all the way to our most recent experiences with our current projects. Have you been a part of an originals project and experienced something similar? Or have you found any of these tips useful with your current projects? Let us know on our Instagram - @countusinpodcast C...

In this episode, we give you some tips and tricks for your first gigs. These are the kind of things that we've learnt the hard way through experience, like having no hi hat clutch or drum rug. So we hope that we can save you the trouble. Are there any tips and tricks we missed? or have we reminded you about your first gig or the first time you forgot your drum rug? Let us know on Instagram -...

We're back!  Thank you to everyone that listened and shared the podcast in 2025. We took some time over Christmas and the beginning of January to regroup and talk about what we want to do with our drumming and of course, the podcast in 2026. This weeks episode is about looking back at our 2025 goals and reflecting on if we achieved them or not, and it was BRUTAL! We're looking forward to...

In this episode, Matt and Harry discuss making recording drums more accessible. We discuss affordable microphones and interfaces that are ideal for starting and ways in which you can get yourself started in the world of recording. It can feel very overwhelming at first, but it’s much easier than you think to get started. Interested in getting into recording? Check out the gear we recommended below...

In this weeks episodes, Matt and Jamie discuss their personal development as a teacher and what they have learned in their years of teaching.  Instagram: @countinspodcast Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermusic Harry: @harryplaysdrums  Support the show Buy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

In this episode, we catch up with Matt about this years The Drummers Odyssey Camp and get some highlights, we talk bass drum heads and what we’re using and talk about plans for the remaining episodes of the year! Instagram: @countusinpodcast Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermusic Harry: @harryplaysdrums Support the show Buy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

In this episode, we unpack and talk everything about this years UK Drum Show. We discuss our pickups from the show floor, performance highlights and memories from the weekend.  Were you at this years show? Let us know what you enjoyed on our instagram - @countusinpodcast Harry's Paiste video: https://youtu.be/fIIYUJ2GcnU?si=R9hQTD3BFSE2b3Uy Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermusic H...

This weeks episode is all about the UK Drum Show. Its our yearly get together with the drumming community to marvel at the incredible drummers that perform, the amazing equipment all of our favourite companies have on display and get fuelled up with inspiration. We'll be doing a full debrief of the show in the next episode so stay tuned, but we hope if you're at the show that you enjoy i...