Percussion Discussion Podcast

Joining me today is Chris Jago.  Chris originally hails from Toxteth in Liverpool however he has lived in Los Angeles for the last 20  years.  Chris has a remarkable story in the world of drumming and music in general, he has played for the likes of the legendary Neil Diamond, Alan Cumming, Boy George, Barclay James Harvest and many more....... but wait there is more, Chris is hugely respected in...

Homer Steinweiss - Percussion Discussion - Episode 118  Joining me today is Homer Steinweiss, Homer is a drummer, writer and producer from New York, he has an enviable CV of both live and recording credits including - Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, Fleet Foxes, Lady Ga Ga, Bruno Mars, Texas, Amy Winehouse, St Vincent, Michael Buble, Charles Bradley, Sheryl Crow, Rufus Wainright, Daniel Merriwea...

Joining me today is Grammy winning drummer, producer and composer Trevor Lawrence Jr.  Trevor has an impeccable career as drummer, composer and producer, his CV boasts names such as Stevie Wonder, Snoop Dogg, Dr Dre, Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, LeAnn Rimes, Macy Gray, Eminem, DJ Khaled, Lizzo, Kelly Clarkson, Alicia Keys...... the list goes on and on!  Join Trevor and myself as we chat about his love...

Joining me today is Mikey Sorbello.  Mikey is an Australian born  London based Drummer. Perhaps best known for being the percussive half of The Graveltones, Mikey has graced stages around the world and has played on countless albums.  Here is a quote from UK Session Great Ash Soan about Mikey....  "Mikey has a unique playing style which reflects his personality. I feel personality and individ...

Mark Pusey - Percussion Discussion - Episode 115  Joining me today is Mark Pusey.  Mark is a superb british session drummer, he has played for some amazing artists such as Tom Jones, Andrea Bocelli, Nicole Scherzinger, Leona Lewis, Olly Murs, Sarah Brightman and Pixie Lott and for the last 11 years has been the drummer for Ed Sheeran.  Mark has also worked on many movie soundtracks including the 2...

Percussion Discussion - Episode 114 - Ian Palmer. Joining me today is my good Friend Ian Palmer . Ian is a remarkable drummer that has played at the highest level from a very young age, he has gone on to play for the likes of Ray Russell Music , The Ghosts, Martin Taylor, Randy Brecker , Mark Egan , Mo Foster, Alan Price, Leo Sayer, Roy Wood, Jane McDonald and many more! We talk about so much in t...

Joining me today are 2 wonderful gentlemen, Nigel Constable and Bob Henrit.  Nigel is a wonderful drummmer and in the last few years along with Bob wrote the hugely succesful Hayman Drum Book.  Bob of course needs no introduction, he has played for some huge British bands including Argent and The Kinks, has written many books over the last 30 years and is an absoloute authority on vintage drums. ...

Percussion Discussion - Episode 112 - Robin Guy.  Joining me today is the wonderful Robin Guy. Robin is the powerhouse drummer best known for playing for Glam Rockers Rachel Stamp and legendary punk band Sham 69. Robin has also played for Tigertailz, Bruce Dickinson and many more.....  Join Robin and myself as we talk about some of the aspects of his wonderful career so far, he starts by giving us...

Percussion Discussion - Episode 111 - Nic Collins.  Making a very welcome 3rd appearance is the fabulous Nic Collins.  Join Nic and myself as we chat about what he has been upto recently including his remarkable apperance on Drumeo recreating the the grooves of Genesis and how that experience was, we also talk about the interview for Drumeo with Nic and his dad Phil in Switzerland with Brandon Toe...

Percussion Discussion - Episode 110 - Peter "Dougal" Butler. Joining me today is Peter "Dougal" Butler. Peter was personal assistant to one of the most iconic, influential, famous and possibly infamous drummers of our time, the late great Keith Moon . Join Peter and myself as we chat about this huge chunk of his life from the late 60's as he tells us how he joined The Who...

Joining me today is Jon Farriss.  Since 1977 Jon has been the drummer with Austrailian rock/pop icons INXS, along with his brothers Andrew and Tim Farriss, Gary Garry Beers, Kirk Pengilly and of lead singer and main lyricist, the late great Michael Hutchence they created an incredible back catalogue of catchy funk tinged rock/pop songs with amazing hooks and bundles of energy, including songs such...

here is a clip from my interview with the legendary Billy Cobham , Bill talks very candidly about the recording of the iconic Spectrum album. Including how quickly it was recorded and how the other incredible musicians were chosen! Take 11 minutes out of your day to watch / listen to this - you wont regret it!

ris Gustofson (Trauma) - Percusssion Discussion - Episode 108 Joining me today is Kris Gustofson. Kris has been the drummer since the early 80's with Bay Area Thrash Metal Titans - Trauma, in 1984 their debut album Scratch and Scream was released with great success, the band were keeping high profile company in the Bay area, gigging and recording alongside the likes of Exodus , Testament and...

Here is a short overview of the 30th RNCM Day of Percussion, i have been lucky enough to have attended most of these days, i have witnessed some remarkable performances over the years and made lots of great friends along the way.  The video features clips of performances by Paul Patrick (principle percussionts with the BBC Philarmonic) Plus a segment featuring some incredible talented RNCM Student...

Greyson Nekrutman - Percussion Discussion - Episode 107 Joining me today is Greyson Nekrutman. Greyson has set the internet on fire over the last few years with his remarkable drum videos showcasing his incredible talent, from playing note for note blistering Buddy Rich solos (alongside the original video footage) Through to playing Tool , Black Sabbath and Messhugah covers whilst wearing his trad...

Something different for this week, i thought i would share with you my Top 5 Drum related podcasts.  I mainly listen to podcasts on my travels these days, these are the ones that i really enjoy, im sure there are many that i havent listened to, im not saying theyare the best, they are just my personal favourites. if you like a podcast that you think i may like please let me know and i will gladly...

Roy Mayorga - Percussion Discussion - Episode 106 Joining me today is Roy Mayorga Roy has had the most incredible career so far playing with bands at the heavier end of the musical spectrum from the late 80's with NY Hardcore band Nausea - NYC , Soulfly ( With Max Cavelera formerly of Sepultura) Stone Sour , Hellyeah and as well as Stonesour Roy is currently the drummer with industrial metal...

Percussion Discussion - Episode 105 - Brass Band Percussion.  In this episode of Percussion Discussion we are focusing on something very close to my heart, Brass Bands, and in particular the percussion section.  This episode features 2 members of the percussion section from the #1 ranked brass band on the planet - The Cory Band, Steve Jones and Ali Woodman.  Join Steve, Ali and myself as we talk a...

Here is a festive special featuring Don Powell of Slade fame talking to myself and my special guest Co-Host Steve White about the 1973 classic slade festive hit - Merry Xmas Everybody.  This was taken from our chat with Don in the summer of 2020.  Thank you to everyone who has watched, listened, shared, commented on or messaged me throughout 2022 - its appreciated!  Merry Christmas & a very ha...

Joining me today is american powerhouse drummer Mike Vanderhule.  Since 2006 Mike has been the drummer with American hard rockers Y&T.  Join Mike and myself as we chat about his career so far, of course we talk about his gig since 2006 with Y&T, Mike tells us how he respected the drum parts of the great drummers that previously held the drum stool with the band including the late Leonard H...

Back in the legends lounge again today with Budgie.  Peter Clarke, better known as Budgie is a wonderful English Drummer best known for his drumming with Siouxsie and the Banshees and The Creatures.  Join Budgie and myself as we talk about his early days with a busy cabaret band gigging around the North West of England onto his remarkable career as a drummer with a brilliantly unique style, snubbi...

Kyle Stevenson - Percussion Discussion - Episode 102 Joining me today is Kyle Stevenson. Kyle is best know for being the powerhouse drummer for the last 16 years for American alternative metal band Helmet  Join Kyle and myself as we talk about his career from the very beginning of his music career from starting as a 14 year old with a rented Percussion Plus drum kit through to moving to LA in 95 t...

Percussion Discussion - Episode 101 - Steve Grantley  Joining me today is british drummer Steve Grantley. Steve has an enviable CV with names including Julian Lennon, The Alarm, Eight Wonder, Billy Duffy, Glen Matlock, Jake Burns and the Big Wheel, RT-ZED, but for the last 25 years he has been the driving force for Northern Irish Punk Rockers Stiff Little Fingers.  Join Steve and myself as we chat...

Percussion Discussion - Episode 100 - Billy Cobham  We are 100% firmly in the legends lounge for the 100th episode of Percussion Discussion - Billy Cobham.  In 2001 Billy Cobham was named one of the 25 most influential Drummers by Modern Drummer Magazine, Billy is one of the very few who can truly be called a pivotal drummer in music history!  Join Bill and myself as we chat about his remarkable c...

Percussion Discussion - Episode 99 - Joby Burgess.  Joining me today is one of the UK's most diverse percussionists - Joby Burgess.  Joby has played for the likes of Peter Gabriel at Red Rocks Ampitheatre and The Who at Wembley stadium but is equally at home as a studio musician performing on soundtracks such as Black Panther, Rocketman, Ad Astra, Mission: Impossible, The Darkest Hour, Dr Who...