Kelsey Cook, also known as "K.C. from KC," has been playing drums since she was 10 years old and brings a wealth of experience to her craft. Hailing from Kansas City, she earned her Percussion Performance Degree from Washburn University and completed the Summer Shot Program at the Musician’s Institute in LA.
Before moving to Nashville, K.C. played as a Snare Drummer for the Kansas City Chiefs RUMBLE Drumline, adding her rhythm to the heartbeat of Chiefs’ fans. During nearly 10 years in Nashville, she performed at iconic venues like the Ryman Auditorium and The Grand Ole Opry, gaining invaluable insight into the music industry. Now, she's returning to her roots, reigniting her music career in the Kansas City area.
Summary
In this engaging conversation, Kelsey Cook shares her journey as a drummer and musician, discussing her experiences in various music cities, the challenges of sobriety in the music industry, and the importance of contracts and self-worth. She emphasizes the need for a supportive music community and the significance of self-reflection in achieving greatness. Kelsey also highlights the importance of setting standards in the industry and the value of genuine intention in creating great art.
Connect with Kelsey here:
https://www.instagram.com/k.c.drumz/
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Kelsey Cook
02:24 Journey Through New Orleans
05:42 The Move to Nashville
07:30 Navigating the Nashville Music Scene
11:28 Lessons from Live Performances
15:32 Self-Reflection and Sobriety
17:36 Returning to Kansas City
19:22 Navigating Competition and Personal Growth
21:34 Reality TV: The Illusion of Authenticity
27:15 The Creative Process in Collaboration
32:03 Building Long-Term Wealth in Music
35:52 Understanding Value and Worth in the Music Industry
41:02 The Balance of Giving and Receiving
49:14 The Importance of Collaboration in Music
51:20 Setting Standards and Quality in Music
56:31 Navigating the Kansas City Music Scene
01:01:33 Contracts and Agreements: Protecting Artists
01:06:38 Living a Great Life and Creating Great Things
01:19:14 Closing Bumper .mp4
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Keywords
Kelsey Cook, music career, Nashville, sobriety, contracts, music community, self-reflection, greatness, Kansas City, drumming
