DRUM with Mike & Eddy

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy This was such a fun episode to do! Eddy and I talk about the importance of gear, why we all obsess over it, and THEN we are joined by Mr. Mike Dawson to completely nerd out on the details and the nitty gritty. We chat hoops, bearing edges, shell material, and much more! We hope you enjoy this episode dedicated to wiping out your bank acc...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Eddy and I are both taking lessons at the moment so we thought this would be a perfect time to discuss why we decided to start up again, what we are studying, who we are studying with, and what we've taken away so far about being students. Oh ya, and we talk WAY too much about jazz, lol.  Enjoy! Support the show

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy What is groove? What makes something groove? Are groove and pocket the same thing? These are just a few of the questions that Eddy and I will tackle in this episode as we try to answer some of the questions that all drummers have.  Enjoy! Support the show

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy That's right folks, a full episode about DRUMMING! Well, let's be honest... it's 50% drumming and 50% tangents that have absolutely nothing to do with drumming, music, or anything really, lol.  We hope you enjoy! Support the show

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Oddly enough, fear is nothing to be afraid of when it comes to drumming and art. Fear is something to embrace and to leverage into motivating you into action. The best weapon against fear is preparation, and in this episode Eddy and I chat about the things that we are afraid of, and how we combat those feeling and overcome our fears.  We...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode Eddy and I look forward! We dive deep into the many different ways you can make a living as a drummer, we talk about what it's like to NOT want to be inspired, and we take a look at Matt Halpern's new signature snare with Pearl Drums.  Let's have some fun! Support the show

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy This week Eddy and I take a look at some of your kits, chat about the specs, and judge them based on whether or not we could turn up at your house and host a clinic on your kit without moving a ting. I'll just say this... y'all got some seriously sick kits! Well done patrons :) click here to view all the kits Support the show

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy This time Eddy and I go through our favorite recorded drum parts by other drummers. The drum grooves and fills are special but the recap of the FLIP Camera is truly EPIC!!! LOL We hope you all enjoy the heck out of this episode :) Mike & Eddy Support the show

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy OH MY GOODNESS Y'ALL! This is the one right here. Eddy and I have an absolute blast doing every episode but this one was something special. In Episode 29 we go through our favorite drum parts that we actually recorded. We really hope that the stories that accompany each drum track entertain you and give you a laugh.  Have an EPIC da...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy This time we go ALL IN!!! No restrictions on price, this is full on dream kit stuff. After that we answer a boatload of questions from our amazing Patrons, and then there's a little bonus herta lesson at the end, lol Support the show

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy In this episode we take you through the process of buying a kit for under $1400.00. That's kit, hardware, cymbals, EVERYTHING! Oh, and the other caveat is that we can't choose any products from the companies that we endorse.  After that we do a quick dive into the mental health benefits of drumming, and finally we wrap things u...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy If you want to work in this industry you are gonna have to network, but networking in the drum/music community is VERY different than doing it in traditional business. The number one rule in the "musician for hire" world is don't be a jerk! I'm not sure that I could say that for all other industries, lol. So sit back,...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy We have all faced challenges in our lives. Some were monumental challenges from our past, and others are daily challenges that we deal with day in day out. In this episode Eddy and I will talk about both, and then walk you through how we met those challenges head on, and eventually overcame them. Oh ya, and there is a SH*T ton of laughs...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Just wait for it, that's all I can say, LOL.  We had an absolute blast making this episode and we actually do hit on quite a few important aspects of sound :) Support the show

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy When should you "move on" from something that you are practicing? How do you know that you have exhausted an idea and it's time to tackle something new. These are questions that we have all had on the kit at one point or another and in episode 23 Mike & will guide you through the process of practicing, growing, and eve...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Ok DRUM listeners, it's story time with Mike & Eddy. Our best and worst gig moments. There's really nothing else to say other than after this episode you will understand why I constantly check my zipper, LOL.  Support the show

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy A negative ego can take you down a dark path of self loathing and depression while a healthy ego can lift you up and remind you that you deserve to be were you are. In this episode Mike & Eddy tell stories about the times that their positive egos got them through some pressure packed situations. Support the show

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy After Eddy and I get all caught up, and after we check out a bit more Vinnie, we dive into the topic of Temptation. No one is exempt from temptation, especially when it come to shortcuts. Borrow a few ideas from this drummer, steal a few ideas from this one, buy a few followers, purchase a few likes... what's the harm? In episode 19...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy DRUM with Mike & Eddy listeners, we hope you enjoy this gift from our Patreons.  Support the show

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy After receiving a ton of questions after our first episode on Endorsements we decided to bring in an actual A&R so you could gain information and perspective from the person that is actually signing drummers like you. We really hope that this conversation with Chris Brewer from Meinl Cymbals sheds light on endorsements, what they rea...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy This episode is a full blown roller coaster ride. From Mike Playing Metallica on the kit, to  Mike  & Eddy's  #50NOTECHALLENGE stories, to "an intro to Vinnie Colaiuta", into an EPIC interview/hang with Charlie Simpson (Busted, Fightstar), this episode is flat out bananas!  We you you enjoy listening to it as much as w...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy So much to get to in this episode. Right off the bat Mike & Eddy take their relationship one step further by playing "Would You Rather?".  Then they actually get serious and talk about Imposter Syndrome , what it is, how it effects them, and how to leverage it for positive gains on the kit! Enjoy :) Support the show

Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy What is it that drives people to greatness? Is it something that you are born with or can you cultivate it? Can having too much drive lead to obsession and eventually have a negative impact on your life? In episode 15 Mike & Eddy will do their best to explore, and answer these questions whilst getting a bit of help from an actual te...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Ok DRUM fans, this one is flat out bonkers. It starts off all nice and well, but once Mike & Eddy start playing clips from Phil Collins and Travis Barker things go off the rails QUICKLY, lol. This episode also features listener Daniel Green. He joined Mike & Eddy to talk about why he is so passionate about this podcast being list...

Become a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy Who is your competition, do you really know? Can competition inspire you to greatness? When does your competitive nature become toxic to your own personal growth? In Episode 13 Mike & Eddy will answer these questions and chat a bit about how you can turn your competition into assets! Support the show