DRUM with Mike & Eddy

After 6 years and 212 episodes, Eddy and I are officially pressing pause on the DRUM with Mike & Eddy podcast. This episode isn't a recap; it’s a massive "thank you." To everyone who has tuned in, supported us on Patreon, shared screenshots, or sent us messages since we started this journey in August 2020: we appreciate you more than you know. You got us through a pandemic and g...

Welcome to Episode 211 of DRUM with Mike & Eddy! This week, we are looking back at the exact turning points that shaped our careers as professional drummers. We’re skipping the "hustle culture" buzzwords and getting straight into the reality of what it actually takes to build a life around the kit. Here is what we get into this week: Grail Gear Guilt: Eddy scores a legendary pair of...

In this episode, we get into what it really takes to prepare to record, and why “jamming to a song” and tracking a song for an artist are two totally different worlds. Eddy shares how he practices and preps parts (often without writing anything down), why e-kits can be a secret weapon for learning technical material, and how to identify the non-negotiables in a drum part when a demo already has pr...

In this episode, Eddy and I realized that without physical drum magazines sitting around our studios, we’ve totally lost touch with what the major brands, besides our endorsements, are doing. So, we decided to fix that by taking a deep dive into companies that we are not sponsored by, starting with Pearl Drums! We answer the internet's most googled questions about the brand (Is Pearl actually...

Happy Monday, EVERYONE! This week, Eddy and I are geeking out on one of our favorite topics: drum fills. But we aren’t just talking about the fastest or choppiest fills; we’re talking about the ones that involve PRO-level choices . We break down some absolute genius moments from Aaron Sterling, The RH Factor, Paramore, and Mark Guiliana to figure out exactly why those specific choices elevated the...

Every year, Eddy and I do a Christmas episode, but this one turned into something way bigger than we expected. We ended up going deep on what we’re calling our grail gear. The sticks, cymbals, snares, and full drum kits that shaped us, inspired us, and flat-out made us fall in love with the drums in the first place. From Joey Jordison's blood-red sticks and Dave Weckl hero worship, to wild di...

What makes the drumming community so special? In this episode, Eddy and I sit down with our good friend Kim Lee from Music Workshop in Bath, England, to talk about building communities—and why drummers seem to do it better than anyone else. We share stories about our first music communities, from my early days printing Simon Says merch on thrift store shirts to Eddy's touring experiences and...

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In episode 205, Eddy and I chat about our experiences with private lessons, both as students and as teachers. We discuss the importance of teaching drums not as a means to showcase what students can'tt do, but rather to identify and address the barriers preventing them from achieving their drumming goals. We throw a tad bit of s...

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode, Eddy and I explore the complex relationship between effort and reward in creative endeavors and where routine fits into it all. We chat about the emotional struggles artists face when their hard work does not yield the recognition or success they expected. Basically, you'll hear us, in real time, struggle with w...

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Creating a drum fill that connects with everyone, not just drummers, is tough. Creating a signature fill that becomes iconic for an entire generation? That’s damn near impossible. In this week’s episode, Eddy and I break down how to think about the song first instead of worrying about what other drummers might think. We talk about mu...

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode of DRUM with Mike & Eddy , we dive into something every drummer and musician deals with but rarely talks about: the gap between who you are on the kit when you’re alone and who you are when it really counts—on stage, in the studio, at a clinic, or even just filming content for social media. We start with life on t...

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode, we dive into the art, no, the chaos, no, the journey... ya, the journey of creating your own UNIQUE drum chops. We all have access to the same rudiments, sticking patterns, and vocabulary, but it's what we do with that information that makes it ART! We hope you enjoy this episode - Mike J Support the show

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy We are BACK!!! I can’t believe we’ve hit 200 episodes! In this one, Eddy and I look back on the wild ride this podcast has been — the laughs, the lessons, and everything we’ve learned from the drumming community along the way. We get real about what touring actually feels like, why musical performance will always matter more than raw...

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Settle in folks, it's story time. In this episode, Eddy and I will share how specific songs from our past unlocked thousands of other songs for us to play in our future. I genuinely hope this concept resonates with you and gets you excited to tackle learning a new song or starting Sessions on the site.  Support the show

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Heads up ya'll, there is WAY too much matcha talk in this one, lol. Once you fast forward through all of that, Eddy and I will chat about how we give constructive criticism to others and how we have trained ourselves to get the most out of the critiques that are given to us! I hope this episode helps, and thanks for listening :)...

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy This episode is all about how we feel, perceive, and practice our TIME on the drum kit. Well, that and a TON of talk about Oriollo snare drums lol.  Check them out here: https://oriollo.com/drums Support the show

The title says it all. Our break is over, and we are dedicated to getting you the weekly episodes you deserve. Thanks for all the support! It means the world.  Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy A.I. wrote this... 😂 In this engaging conversation, Mike Johnston and Eddy discuss their personal experiences in music, the balance of learning and community in drum camps, a...

  In this episode of DRUM with Mike & Eddy , we dive into the learning process every drummer faces: repetition, subconscious retention, and true musical freedom. “ You Can’t Use It Until You Forget It ” explores how muscle memory , practice routines , and long-term learning shape your drumming. Discover why mastery comes only after letting go.  Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drum...

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode, we explore the journey of becoming a drummer, discuss the transition from hobbyist to professional, the challenges faced along the way, and the realities of pursuing a music career. We then chat about our personal journeys of personal growth, branding in the music industry, and the mindset required to succeed. We emp...

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy There's no denying that E-kits make up a large portion of drum kit sales every year. So, how do we really feel about them? In this episode, we discuss the nuances of electronic kits (E-kits) compared to acoustic kits. We also explore the technical aspects of E-kits, their role in songwriting, and how they provide accessibility f...

Support this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Is it luck, or is it practice, preparation, and repetition? You already know the answer, but it's still good to hear it again and reinforce the idea that we make our own luck!  Sound Bites "It's a problem" "You can't have it both ways" "Wow, that is amazing" "Everyone needs one Brit&q...

Please consider supporting this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy A.I. wrote this, lol :) In this episode, Mike Johnston and Eddie discuss various aspects of the music industry, focusing on the pressures of performance, the importance of preparation, and the common insecurities musicians face. They then share personal experiences from auditions, rehearsals, and their first drum f...

Please consider supporting this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy  In this episode, we discuss effective practice techniques for drummers, emphasizing the importance of using timers, the value of jamming at the end of practice sessions, and the mental aspects of practice. We share personal experiences and insights on maintaining a healthy relationship with drumming, the significa...

Our boy Cory Muro (Lakeview, Punchline) joins us again to chat about LIVE GIGS! From load in to load out, and everything between, the three of us will give you our most helpful tips to make sure your next gig goes as smoothly as possible, without your arse being lit on fire by your throne, LOL!  Please consider supporting this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Support the show

Please consider supporting this podcast https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy A.I. wrote this: ) In this engaging conversation, Eddy and Mike delve into the intricacies of drumming, emphasizing the importance of creativity, vocal influence, and the balance between personal style and serving the song. They share personal anecdotes and insights on navigating the challenges of being a drummer i...