THE DRUMMERGY PODCAST with host Fred "Fredrock" Fischer

With the growth of home studio's, it's never been easier to work with other musicians all over the world. Here's how my drum tracking/remote recording process works! (from July 9, 2024) Video available on YouTube

We all have a pretty big financial investment in our music equipment. How that equipment gets treated is super important to that equipment lasting. Not just in function but in appearance. Can you still show care and respect for each others equipment when you're under the pressure to move equipment quickly? (from July 2, 2024) Video available on YouTube

When there are errors or mistakes in music, how obvious are they? What do we assume the audience will or won't notice? Even the most serious and prepared musicians will still have a stumble but are you stumbling due to lack of being prepared, or worse, NOT caring? What are your thoughts? (from June 25, 2024) Video available on YouTube

There are a lot of aspects to being a pro-musician. The way we speak, act, present ourselves, communicate, and not just as individuals but as a band. Websites, social media presence, marketing, and musical ability all add to the value you bring. (from June 18, 2024) Video available on YouTube

Knowledge and experience equal wisdom. What can your drum teacher offer? Is it only academia? Only experience? Do they have the passion AND patience to teach? Professionalism and the ability to connect are two aspects to also consider. (from June 11, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video available on YouTube

Finding success in the music business is a relentless pursuit. How do you keep your enthusiasm, the momentum, to keep at it. Especially when it can take a long time to see the results of your work! Staying motivated can become difficult! (from June 4, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video available on YouTube

Being an independent musician can have many challenges. Working full time jobs while hoping for a career in music. Lack of money. Feelings of being at a disadvantage compared to signed artist. Here are the biggest challenges for independent musicians and how you can get around them. (from May 28, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video available on YouTube

There are a lot of misconceptions regarding musicians and endorsements. The assumption that everything is "free" and how lucky that person must be! Endorsements are relationships between the manufacturer and the artists. If you are looking for an endorsement from your favorite gear manufacturer, ask yourself these questions. How long have I loyally used this brand? How successful is my current, mu...

Art and Technology......how do they co-exist? Technology definitely helps bring the world closer and offer opportunities to would've been missed otherwise. On-line drum lessons, remote recording sessions......all possible through the magic of technology. (from May 14, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video available on YouTube

Being happy for other's can be difficult. Jealousy is definitely a factor. Accepting the truth that somebody is succeeding despite your advice of "that's impossible" or "good luck with that" can lead to resentment and animosity towards your friends. What if, you helped celebrate their success? (from May 7, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video available on YouTube.

We live in a world of instant everything.......including the desire for success without the work. Some times success comes in the form of consistently showing up and doing the work over a long period of time. 90% of show business is showing up! Having clear goals, a well formulated plan, taking action, and staying focused, is the only way to do it.............and it all takes TIME! (from April 30,...

In the world of on-line "experts" there's a lot of discourse over just about everything including HOW to count! Time signatures in music is one of them. There are many ways to view how time and rhythm are counted. Is there a difference between 4/4 and 12/8? Or is it simply a preferred way of writing out triplets? Isn't still 4 groupings of 3? I think so! (from April 23, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast...

Put your mask on first. This is one of the instructions given for airline travel. It's important to take care of yourself first THEN help others. If you are incapacitated you are of no help to those around you. Self care isn't selfish but necessary to be of service to others. Make sure you leave room for you! (from April 16, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video episo...

When it comes to recording your music, there's an excitement to hearing the final mix. For musicians new to the recording process, there's an understandable curiosity to the mix process. However, is you want the most efficient, streamlined process.........you need to leave the mix engineer ALONE! Preparing tracks for mixing takes time and focus. Let the mix engineer get a LISTENABLE mix ready BEFO...

The drum beat, tempo, dynamic, is the foundation to the overall feel, groove, and mood of a song. Musical awareness is so important. Don't get lost in your own self serving view. What is best for the song? (from March 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is show about life and music. Video available on YouTube

With millions of people constantly uploading content, how do you stand out? Is your post/story/reel/video getting 3 seconds of time or more? Social Media can be a great tool if you can use it to your advantage. (from March 24, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video available on YouTube

Time keeping is the drummers first and foremost responsibility. If the drummer isn't concerned about keeping steady time, who else is? Just "feel it man", will never cut it. Every musician should have excellent time. The great debate continues. (from March 19, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video available on YouTube

iPads, Crappy Shoes, Exposure? Tell me you don't care without telling me you don't care! I definitely have my opinions on what qualifies some one as being a professional. What matters to you will reflect in what level of the music industry you operate in. (from March 12, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video version on YouTube

Annoying musicians by asking stupid questions! Some people lack etiquette when talking to musicians. Some of it might be out of curiosity but really, you need to think before you speak. (from March 5, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video version on YouTube

Having a career in music can seem so too hard or impossible. Lack of knowledge, lack of planning, lack of taking direction, lack of seeking help from those who know what to do, we get in our own way. Mind set! Change your mind, change your life. (from February 27, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video version on YouTube

Finding out your family history can be exciting and interesting. Finding out your Grandpa shot someone can definitely take you by surprise! For a show about life and music, this one has some surprising life! (from February 20, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. Video on YouTube, audio on Podcast Audio Platforms.

It would seem that in the circles I run in, there's a decent amount of disappointment in the music choices for the Super Bowl Half Time Show. I personally have a desire to see musicians play their instrument. I do appreciate the amount of work it takes to pull off that kind of production that has to be set up and then removed in a matter of minutes. What are your thoughts? (from February 13, 2024)...

Many musicians want the reward but don't do the work OR don't know the RIGHT work to do. Mindset and attitude are extremely important. Try these 10 things and see how it changes your situation. (from January 30, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast. The show about life and music on YouTube, Facebook and Podcast Audio Platforms.

What are your expectations of the musicians around you? Do they care about being prepared as much as you do? Are YOU the one who needs to step up? Sometimes we assume too much and end up being disappointed. Having clear communication about what is required is a key component to success. (from January 23, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the show about life and music. On YouTube, Facebook and online...

Starstruck fan or genuine interest in a specific area of your favorite musician? What would you ask them? (from January 16, 2024) The Drummergy Podcast is the live and interactive show about life and music. Every Tuesday morning at 7am MST/9am EST on YouTube and Facebook. All videos on YouTube and Audio on Podcast Platforms.