The Drum Social Podcast

Alex & Ben chat to the rhythmic master and real life superhero, Antonio Sanchez. From jamming with Pat Metheny in Times Square to creating one of greatest movie soundtracks ever recorded. A special thanks to The UK Drum Show for hosting this episode at the ACC Liverpool. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. Check out the Drum Soci...

Alex & Ben chat about the mind bending metric modulator, Anika Nilles. From writing the heaviest drum book on Earth to playing with one of best bands in the Galaxy, Rush - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben celebrate a fresh start this New Year's Day. From the Modern Drummer Awards results to the first ever Drum Social Awards. The perfect hangover cure or workout soundtrack - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben celebrate another Drum Social Christmas and chat about Weezer's Pat Wilson. From Weezer's iconic music videos to Pat's frisbee catching ability - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. Plus the return of a special Christmas game! Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

Enjoy this Bonus Episode from the Drum Social Players' Lounge! Ben takes Alex to school in this Players' Lounge History Lesson - The History of Zildjian. From the beginning of an Empire, the first ever 'Drum Show' & the power of salt water. Stop rocking on your chair, class is in session. Join the Player's Lounge here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat to the most fashionable drummer around, Stephen Asamoah-Duah. From playing Wembley Arena with The Compozers to inspiring young drummers in the most epic ways. A special thanks to The UK Drum Show for hosting this episode at the ACC Liverpool. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  Check out the Drum Social Play...

Alex & Ben chat to the Canadian Dreamboat, Brandon Toews. From spending endless hours working and practicing as a student to spending quality time with some of the world's greatest drummers - this is the Genius of Brandon Toews. A special thanks to The UK Drum Show for hosting this episode at the ACC Liverpool. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if yo...

Alex & Ben chat about Alex's Ginger Prince, Aaron Gillespie. From his heavy hitting days in church, touring the world with his band Underoath to rehearsing in a stadium with Paramore - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat to the human metronome, Jost Nickel. From his educational books and clinics to teaching Anika Nilles and Benny Greb too. A special thanks to The UK Drum Show for hosting this episode at the ACC Liverpool. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Alex & Ben chat to the Kobe Bryant of the drums, Mark Guiliana. From shooting hoops with St. Vincent to bathroom bets with Taylor Hawkins. Brew a fresh cup of coffee, sit back and enjoy. A special thanks to The UK Drum Show for hosting this episode at the ACC Liverpool. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  Check out the Drum...

Alex & Ben chat about the master of feel, Steve Gadd. From Disney dancing shoes to butter and mustard - DM abuse if you're hard enough. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat to the Steve Jobs of drums, Mike Johnston. From learning how the universe works to working out a thousand different ways to teach the world to drum. Prepare to be inspired. A special thanks to The UK Drum Show for hosting this episode at the ACC Liverpool. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  Check out the Dr...

Alex & Ben chat to the timekeeper of the Traitor's, Naomi Forbes. From how to stay calm when playing a stadium with Cat Burns to the joys of working with Paloma Faith and her crew. Plus, some of the best named drum kits around. A special thanks to The UK Drum Show for hosting this episode at the ACC Liverpool. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you...

Alex & Ben chat about their time at The UK Drum Show 2025 with friend and educator, Will Drums Daly. An interview packed weekend with Will's first performance and Ben's biggest fan. A special thanks to The UK Drum Show for hosting this episode at the ACC Liverpool. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  Check out the Drum Soci...

Alex & Ben chat about the bowling beast, Tony Royster Jr. From playing side by side with legend Dennis Chambers to holding down the backbeat for Jay Z - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.   Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about the custom drum company of your wildest dreams, SJC Drums. From their Nan's basement to the Grammys, Alex & Ben go head to head with custom kits built on the the SJC Virtual Drum Designer and special guest Zach Matook (SJC Drums) drops in to chat about his favourite kits from over the years - DM abuse if you're hard enough. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagra...

Alex & Ben chat about the Bruce Lee of Drums, Jeff Porcaro. From a cardboard cover band with his brothers to becoming the legendary drummer of Toto. Jeff Porcaro, what more do we need to say? - DM abuse if you're hard enough. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.   Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Alex & Ben chat to the absolute beast and son of Stoke, Sam Ogden. Accompanied by his father, fellow heavy hitter, Neil Ogden. From working in a factory during the early days of Static Dress to queuing for ice cream with his drum heroes. A special thanks to The Rhythm House for hosting this episode! Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard en...

Alex & Ben chat about the eight armed superhero that is Carter Beauford. From his unique sound and style to the beginnings of the Dave Matthews Band - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.   Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat to CMAT's backbeat, Hannah Morgan - AKA Tazlar. From fulfilling her childhood dream of playing Glastonbury to the origin of her looney nickname. A special thanks to Radio City Social for hosting this episode! Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.   Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Alex & Ben chat about the father and son duo on every drummer's list, Max & Jay Weinberg. From Papa Max's monster setup for Bruce Springsteen to Jay's monster chops with Slipknot, Suicidal Tendencies & more - DM abuse if you're hard enough. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

Alex & Ben chat to Birmingham Legend, Karl Brazil. From playing football in LA against Robbie Williams to hanging out with Tony Iommi in the backstreets of Digbeth.  A special thanks to the Robbie Williams team and everyone at Arsenal Football Club for hosting this episode!  Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.   Ch...

Alex & Ben chat about the Skateboarding Lord of Punk, Atom Willard. He's sat on the throne with The Offspring, Angels & Airwaves, Alkaline Trio and more. He loves motorbikes and Ben loves him - DM abuse if you're hard enough. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.   Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See a...

Alex & Ben chat to the Mexican Magician of Metal Music, Art Cruz. From playing the monumental Back to the Beginning show to learning how to swing with Lamb of God.  A special thanks to Ludwig Drums and Into Music for hosting this episode at the Gliderdrome, Boston.  Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.   Check out t...

Alex & Ben chat about the Master Multitasker of Music, Anderson .Paak. From the power of paisley to his iconic feel - DM abuse if you're hard enough. Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  Check out the Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.