THE DRUMMERGY PODCAST with host Fred "Fredrock" Fischer

Action with a plan is a plan in action. There's no time like the present so get started! That may seem inspirational in the moment but so many of us want to wait. Waiting for the beginning of the week, month, or year.........nothing will actually happen. So, if not now, then when? (from July 11, 2023)

Music has ties to most everything we do in our lives. How does that relate to fireworks and a dead cat? Have a listen and find out! (from

I think most artists are excited about their newest work but are they embarrassed by their past work? What if you've moved onto another band, do you abandon your love for the music you made with your old band mates? (from June 27, 2023)

The death of my father in a plane crash has had a deep, emotional impact on my life since the age of six. That incident has had a strong presence in many of my life choices. My Dad was 33 when he died, and when I was 33, I wrote the song; Wreckage. A literal representation of the accident and it's affect on my life. (from June 20, 2023)

Your network is your net worth, so who should you take advice from? People of all walks and experiences can be quick to tell you their idea for you. So be conscience of who you surround yourself with. (from June 13, 2023)

The death of Taylor Hawkins shook the music world. What will the Foo's do next? These situations can be hard for fans to understand. The task of filling a drum spot that big can be daunting. A brotherhood, the comfort and trust, tour commitments, and I'm sure a lot of questions regarding money. (from June 6, 2023)

Traveling lets you be witness to many things including bizarre driver/vehicle situations. Somethings leave you wondering how any of us survive! (from May 30, 2023)

Being compared to a hugely successful band can be flattering and.......annoying! While Midline was busy establishing itself in the Pacific Northwest, Creed was making waves on the Southern East Coast and was able to get some real money behind them. The BIG question though......who appeared first? (from May 23, 2023)

What is the arc of a musicians career? Work hard to get discovered, try to stay employable and relevant, then reconciling your feelings once its all over. (from May 16, 2023)

Relative to any career, who we invest our time with will greatly affect our own outcome. Negative people will drag you down, positive people will encourage you and lift you up. It's the old adage "birds of a feather". (from May 2, 2023)

Grabbing life by the drumsticks became something I'd remind myself of frequently as I was transitioning to being a full time musician. What seemed like a big risk, turned out to not be such a big deal with a well laid plan. (from April 25, 2023)

I'm not sure why but music AND money seem to be taboo subject. If you want music to be your living then you have to be comfortable about talking about and charging money for your work. Money doesn't make you a lesser artist, it makes you a smart artist. (from April 11, 2023)

When you're on tour, you really don't get "quality" sleep while riding in the van. What little you do get, part of your mind is on whether or not the driver is doing ok. Putting your trust in your fellow band mates can be a big leap of faith! (from April 11, 2023)

More stories from the road! Sometimes you don't know what State you're in or what the speed limit is.......I guarantee if you pass the police on a 2 lane highway, they're gonna let you know! (from April 4, 2023)

Being a drum teacher has been an amazing and rewarding venture. I love passing down the knowledge I've gained from my teachers, my experience as a touring musician, and all the session work I've done. I started teaching when I was 17 and a Senior in High School. Getting started was frighting and I felt completely unqualified. This is how it all unfolded. ( from March 28, 2023 )

The Chris Rock Netflix special really made an impression on me. It made me feel uncomfortable, it made me feel good, it made me THINK! You want to make an impression? Try being authentic! (from March 21, 2023)

Accidents happen......will it stop the show? Proof that among tragedy, people are capable of doing extraordinary things! (from March 14, 2023)

Ever wonder what goes on when the band isn't on stage? How about the day to day happenings of a touring band? (from March 7, 2023)

Creating awareness is an important component in the music business. NETWORKING, Social Media Presence, Website, YouTube Channel, email, and being cool. Obviously talent is a must! Nobody's will discover you if they can't find you!

Communication is an essential part of good business! Why is it so hard to reach people? Misinterpreting text is a common practice.

A fun show about the latest in music and what Valentines Day has to do with it!

Social media is a great tool.....especially for musicians. It can also become a polarized and often combative place when it comes to religious views and politics. I prefer to use social media to promote myself as a drummer and educator. I let my actions speak for everything else.

When you're a touring band, mishaps will happen. Sometimes tires explode when your cruising down the freeway surrounded by semi-trucks! (from January 31, 2023)

When you sue a "production company" for not completing your bands DVD, the producers for the Judge Mathis Show MIGHT call you! My singer Anthony and I made the trip to NBC Studios in Chicago to have our case settled on National Television. (from January 24, 2023)

It's great to reminisce and share stories with those that were there, but are the old school ways keeping you from stepping into the future? (from January 17, 2023)