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

Modern Jazz Drummer Willie Jones III 04.08.2023 55:43

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Exploring the World of Percussion with Dr. David Glover of Slippery Rock University 28.07.2023 1:23:39

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SPECIAL EPISODE! 10 Reasons to Love...Post-Bop Great Joe Chambers 21.07.2023 1:07:53

www.drumfactorydirect.com Hosts Mike Dawson, Tom Wendt, and Dave Throckmorton share 10 of their personal favorite performances by legendary post-bop drummer/composer Joe Chambers

More With John McBride (Blackbird Studio and Academy) 14.07.2023 56:36

This is the second part of our thought-provoking chat with legendary audio engineer and studio owner John McBride.

Blackbird Studio and Academy's John McBride, Part 1 07.07.2023 47:44

Legendary engineer and studio owner John McBride shares a wealth of knowledge about producing, mixing, songwriting, drum miking, and much more. Stay tuned for part 2!

Mike Melito (Eastman School of Music) 23.06.2023 1:05:50

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The Hooters' David Uosikkinen 16.06.2023 1:03:27

In this episode, host Mike Dawson interviews the Hooters' David Uosikkinen before the band embarks on a run of dates in Europe and then it's first US in decades.

How to Tune a Snare Drum and More 09.06.2023 1:08:34

Host Mike Dawson shares his approach to dialing in the perfect snare drum sound. Shop the best prices and widest section of drum parts and accessories at: www.drumfactorydirect.com.

10 Reasons to Love...Funk/Jazz/Fusion Great Dennis Chambers 02.06.2023 1:00:58

In this episode, co-hosts Mike Dawson, Thomas Wendt, David Throckmorton, and special guest James Johnson III share "10 Reasons to Love...Funk/Jazz/Fusion Great Dennis Chambers."

What Does a Tour Manager Really Do? Chris Popadak of Hawthorne Heights 12.05.2023 1:11:50

www.drumfactorydirect.com Hawthorne Heights drummer and tour manager Chris "Poppy" Popadak shares how he juggles drumming and managing and much more.

What's a Shuitar? Building Instruments, Playing Drums and Keys at Once, and Tracking Live to Tape With Wood Brothers' Jano Rix 28.04.2023 1:03:33

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Reviewing Deep Ludwig-Style Metal Snare Drums and More With Jonathan Ulman (Berklee College of Music, Boston Sessions) 21.04.2023 1:05:50

Which is your fave? Dawson and Ulman check out four different 6.5x14 beaded metal snares at three different tunings. www.drumfactorydirect.com

Primus and Sound Cipher's Tim Alexander 14.04.2023 1:11:13

In this episode, host Mike Dawson sits down with longtime Primus drummer Tim Alexander to talk about gear, moving back to California, and the new Sound Cipher improv project with saxophonist Skerik and synth/bass player Timm Mason.

10 REASONS TO LOVE...WILL KENNEDY 05.04.2023 1:01:33

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"Just Doing It" With James Johnson III (Ahmad Jamal, Monty Alexander, University of Pittsburg Faculty) 29.03.2023 59:54

In this episode, guest hosts Tom Wendt and Dave Throckmorton interview their lifelong friend James Johnson III on his rich musical upbringing and more.

The Ergonomics of Swing, Adapting to Different Gigs, and More With Drummer/Educator Jim White 17.03.2023 1:05:32

Reserve a seat to our drumset masterclass with Mark Guiliana on April 29th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mark-guiliana-master-class-tickets-528558872817?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb

10 REASONS TO LOVE...DAVE WECKL 10.03.2023 1:15:05

In this episode, co-hosts Mike Dawson, Thomas Wendt, and David Throckmorton and special guest Paul Wells share 10 of their favorite tracks from jazz/fusion great Dave Weckl's discography.

How to Practice Independence Creatively, Antique Ludwig Drums, and More 03.03.2023 40:00

Reserve space for our Mark Guiliana Master Class: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mark-guiliana-master-class-tickets-528558872817?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb In this episode, host Mike Dawson shares a lesson on how to simultaneously develop coordination, independence, and creativity. We also check out an antique Ludwig kit...

Modern Jazz Drummer/Bandleader Kush Abadey 17.02.2023 1:16:50

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Maple Snare Drum Showdown: Reinforcement Rings vs. No Rings - Which is Better? 11.02.2023 1:08:05

Get tix to our upcoming master class with Mark Guiliana at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mark-guiliana-master-class-tickets-528558872817?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb Can you tell the difference between wood snares with reinforcement rings and those without? Test your ears along with Mike and special guest Carter McLean.

10 REASONS TO LOVE...STEVE GADD 03.02.2023 1:17:10

In this first episode of season 3, co-hosts Mike, Tom, and Dave are back—along with special guest Paul Wells—to share ten of their favorite recordings from legendary jazz/pop/rock/fusion great Steve Gadd. Tickets to our upcoming master class with Mark Guiliana are available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mark-guiliana-master-class-tickets-528558872817?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshar...

Percussionist/Leader Mike Dillon, Deep Wood Snares Compared, 3/4 Jazz, Aluminum Slingerlands, and More 20.01.2023 1:33:24

In this episode, we delve into the world of snare drums by comparing 5.5x14 and 8x14 maple models, interview renowned percussionist and bandleader Mike Dillon, known for his work with Punkadelic, Garage a Trois, and Les Claypool, learn about basic 3/4 jazz playing from Thomas Wendt, examine a highly sought-after aluminum Slingerland drum set at Hawthorne Drum Shop, and discuss unique Vintage White...

SPECIAL EPISODE! Rush's Neil Peart: The Middle Years (With NYC Drummer/Educator Paul Wells) 06.01.2023 1:17:26

www.drumfactorydirect.com In this episode, NYC jazz drummer/educator Paul Wells (Curtis Stigers, Vince Giordano's Nighthawks, Julliard) shares 6 of his favorite Neil Peart tracks from the middle era with Rush.

Snare Depths Compared, Thursday's Tucker Rule, Vintage Ludwig Mod Orange Drums, Drag Paradiddles, and More 16.12.2022 1:07:10

In this episode, 4x14 and 5.5x14 birch snares are compared, vintage Ludwig Mod Orange drums get inspected, and Thursday's Tucker Rule talks Q Drums, writing during COVID, and more.

SPECIAL EPISODE! 10 Reasons to Love...Modern Jazz/Pop Great Brian Blade 02.12.2022 59:36

Hosts Mike Dawson, Tom Wendt, and Dave Throckmorton share 10 of their personal favorite performances by legendary modern jazz/pop drummer Brian Blade