Mike Dawson

Drum Candy

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Hosted by Drum Factory Direct chief creative officer Mike Dawson, Drum Candy is the definitive podcast for gear-obsessed drummers with an insatiable hunger for non-stop shop talk. Each episode will include product demos and interviews with the world's top drummers, builders, producers, and product designers. Shell types, bearing edges, snare wires, hoop shootouts, tuning, muffling... every component of the drumset and drum sounds gets dissected, discussed, tested, and reviewed here on Drum Candy.

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Mike Dawson

Episodes

Chris Hornbrook of Poison the Well 02.07.2026 1:23:17

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Band of Horses' Creighton Barrett 09.06.2026 26:46

We caught up with Creighton Barrett of indie rock band Band of Horses while they were touring through Pittsburgh in support of the 20th anniversary of their debut album, Everything All the Time. Shop for drum parts, accessories, sticks, heads, and more at www.drumfactorydirect.com.

August Burns Red's Matt Greiner 28.05.2026 20:42

Shop for drum parts, accessories, sticks, heads, hoops, and more at www.drumfactorydirect.com. This week on the Drum Candy Podcast, we sit down with Matt Greiner, a founding member of the metalcore band August Burns Red. As a respected drummer in the heavy metal scene, Matt shares insights into his setup and daily routine.

Nikki Glaspie (The Nth Power, Snarky Puppy) Talks Drums, Food, Touring, and More 19.05.2026 31:42

This week on the Drum Candy Podcast, we sit down with the incredible musician Nikki Glaspie before a show at the Roxian Theater in Pittsburgh with her band, the Nth Power, in support of Snarky Puppy. In this candid drummer interview, Nikki shares her go-to touring meal, insight into her life on the road, and a rundown of her drumset. It's a must-watch for anyone interested in drums and the life of...

PASIC50 Report: Interviews with UK Great Ash Soan and Nashville Drummer Matt Billingslea 12.12.2025 36:56

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Lagwagon's Dave Raun 07.12.2025 1:09:57

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Mudvayne's Matt McDonough on Touring, Physical Fitness, and More (Drum Candy Podcast) 23.11.2025 52:16

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10 Reasons to Love Omar Hakim (Weather Report, Sting, Daft Punk) 16.11.2025 56:40

Co-hosts Mike Dawson, Thomas Wendt, and David Throckmorton share ten of their favorite tracks by pop/jazz/fusion/rock drumming great Omar Hakim.

Punk Rock Drums With Rancid's Branden Steineckert 15.08.2025 1:08:25

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Endorsements and Artist Marketing with Aaron Vishria of D'Addario 05.08.2025 1:23:02

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"Drummers on Drummers" With Ben Hilzinger (Eve6, Cannons, Big Fat Snare Drum) 17.07.2025 1:07:53

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10 Reasons to Love Steve Jordan (Rolling Stones, John Mayer, etc.) 09.07.2025 57:28

Co-hosts Mike Dawson, Thomas Wendt, and David Throckmorton share ten of their favorite recordings featuring drummer/producer/musical director Steve Jordan. Filmed before a live studio audience at Hawthorne Drum Shop.

10 Reasons to Love Bill Stewart 25.06.2025 55:53

Co-hosts Mike Dawson, Thomas Wendt, and David Throckmorton share 10 of their favorite recordings from modern jazz great Bill Stewart's extensive discography. This episode was filmed before a live audience at Hawthorne Drum Shop in McKees Rocks, PA.

10 Reasons to Love Paul Motian 12.06.2025 1:12:08

Co-hosts Mike Dawson, Tom Wendt, and David Throckmorton share their favorite excerpts from the extensive discography of legendary modern jazz drummer, composer, and band leader Paul Motian.

10 Reasons to Love Al Foster 04.06.2025 1:02:04

Co-hosts Mike Dawson, Thomas Wendt, and David Throckmorton share and discuss their favorite moments in modern jazz great Al Foster's discography.

UK Drummer/Producer Malcolm Catto (Little Barrie, Heliocentrics, DJ Shadow, etc.) 06.03.2025 1:11:50

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Special Episode! Portraits in Jazz: Big Sid Catlett with Thomas Wendt and Kenny Washington 27.02.2025 38:23

Host Thomas Wendt and guest artist Kenny Washington discuss the legacy and impact of early jazz/big band great Sidney "Big Sid" Catlett. The second half of the episode features an excerpt from a recent drum clinic conducted by Thomas on the basics of jazz brush technique.

10 Reasons to LOVE Ed BLACKWELL 21.02.2025 1:03:27

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10 Reasons to LOVE Philly Joe Jones 13.02.2025 51:29

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Which Snare Hoops Are Best for Jazz? A Pro Drummer’s Take 06.02.2025 36:52

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What's the BEST Snare Drum Hoop for the GIGGING Drummer? 31.01.2025 45:42

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Alt Hoop Shoot-Out: Quick-Cut Comparison 24.01.2025 20:52

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Snare Hoop Shootout 2: Exploring the Sounds of Single-Flange, Stick Chopper, Die-Cast, and Wood 17.01.2025 55:42

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