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The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 33: Aaron Young (The Silver Tongued Devils + Tattoo Artist)#aaronyoung #tattoos #thesilvertongueddevils Here we go again, back into The ConunDRUM, with one of my dearest and oldest friends, the big WOP himself…..Aaron Young!!The term chosen family comes up now and again, and this guy has been my brother since the day we met while I was skateboarding in the Irving gas station parking lot. Just two young teenagers not having a clue as to what we were doing, we just knew we wanted more than the status quo, so we started to carve out our path towards music together.2025-04-091h 38
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 21: Danny Thompson (Face to Face + The Music Factory)#QuarterNotes #DannyThompson #facetoface #TheMusicFactoryHere we go with another BIG episode!!This week I got to sit down with Danny Thompson - the drummer from Face to Face, one of my favourite punk rock bands of all time!Danny is not just your typical drummer, he is also a savvy businessman and the owner/co-founder of The Music Factory School of Music in Costa Mesa CA. He has held the drum throne for Face to Face since 2008 and has been a rock solid foundation for...2025-03-261h 28
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 20: John Wright (Dead Bob + Nomeansno + Hanson Brothers)#QuarterNotes #JohnWright #DeadBob #NoMeansNoThis is a BIG ONE!!For all you punk rock elites out there….my guest is one of Canada’s pioneer punk rock drummers…John Wright!In 1979, John formed (with his brother Rob) one of the most iconic punk bands from the Canadian West coast…Nomeansno. Together they created a unique sound that continues to influence countless bands all over the globe (that’s right, it’s not flat). Not to be a one trick pony, John then took on the mantle o...2025-03-121h 30
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 19: Tommy-Lee Metcalfe (Dammit Goldie + The Anti-Queens)#QuarterNotes #DammitGoldie #TheAntiQueensJust like that another episode of Quarter Notes is upon us…in this episode I got to meet and chat with Tommy-Lee Metcalfe - drummer for Dammit Goldie and The Anti-Queens.Tommy is a well respected top tier drummer based out of the GTA. He’s been in and around the music world throughout his formative years and received his Drums and Percussion degree via the Applied Music Program at Mohawk College. Enjoy my chat with the drummer extraordinaire Tommy Metcalf00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:41 - Conversation with Tommy00:35:16 - LCD Origins00:49.19 - CRASH Questions01:10:52 - Outro Tommy’s drumst...2025-02-261h 12
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 32: PJ Dunphy (Which Witch is Which + IRON GIANT + The Monoxides)#pjdunphy #whichwitchinwhich #irongiant #themonoxidesWelcome back!! This is an “Iron Giant” of an episode…see what I did there??This is the return of the ConunDRUM with the final piece of my Which Witch is Which collection, my guest is none other than PJ Dunphy!!I’ve got them all!!! Muahah-haha-ha-ha-haaaaaa!!!!!!! PJ is one of the most respected individuals in the East Coast music scene. He’s been a part of some of the most influential and successful bands to come out of New Brunswick. I’ve had the honour...2025-02-121h 26
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 18: Jesse-Ray Leich (D'Lourdes + NYC Broadway)#QuarterNotes #DLourdes #NYCBroadwayWhoa!! It’s 2025…how did that happen? Welcome to the NEW home of the Quarter Notes podcast - I am excited to be putting out a new episode and continue this journey talking to amazing drummers from all aspects of the drumming world, from the small stage to stadiums and all genres of music.Before having to take a longer than expected break from podcasting, I had the chance to sit down and get to know my awesome guest this week, and that is Rhod...2025-01-291h 12
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 17: Clare Macdonald (Like A Motorcycle + Hillsburn)#LosCabosDrumsticks #QuarterNotes #ClareMacdonald We are back with another episode of Quarter Notes, the podcast presented by Los Cabos Drumsticks. Canada’s #1 Drumstick Manufacturer!This time Dre has a great conversation with Clare Macdonald ahead of their final show with Hillsburn. Clare won three ECMAs in 2022 - including Album of the Year! They are also the drummer for the Halifax punk rock outfit Like A Motorcycle - they have just released their new album “Pretty Pleased”, and that is no doubt going to bring home some hardware.Cla...2025-01-271h 04
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 16: Chiko Misomali (Bif Naked + Stars Unhinged)#LosCabosDrumsticks #QuarterNotes #ChikoMisomali Thanks for tuning in for another episode of Quarter Notes, the podcast presented by Los Cabos Drumsticks. Canada’s #1 Drumstick Manufacturer!This episode is a great chat with Chiko Misomali best known as being the drummer for Canadian Punk Rock Icon, BIF NAKED!! He also has a side hustle with some of his best buds called Stars Unhinged. Chiko and Dré talk about Daniel Craig being the best 007, playing road hockey in Downtown Vancouver, and being stuck in a hotel for 3 days binge watching The Squid Gam...2025-01-261h 23
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 15: Alejandro Serritiello (MakeWar + The Creepshow)#LosCabosDrumsticks #QuarterNotes #AlejandroSerritielloWelcome back to Quarter Notes, the podcast presented by Los Cabos Drumsticks. Canada’s #1 Drumstick Manufacturer!This episode Dré has a chat with Alejandro Serritiello from Fat Wrek Chord’s MakeWar and Toronto’s psychobilly/horror powerhouse The Creepshow! Ale’s talks about leaving his home in Venezuela to move to Australia (at the age of 15) to follow his passion of playing music and wanting to be in a touring band. He then found himself living in Canada and is now playing for a band signed to his favou...2025-01-251h 11
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 14: Dan George (Nick Earle + Justin Fancy)#LosCabosDrumsticks #QuarterNotes #DanGeorgeWelcome back to Quarter Notes, the podcast presented by Los Cabos Drumsticks. In the second episode, Dré has a good ol fashioned catch up with Newfoundland’s Dan George. They talk about the ECMAs, how Dan started playing drums, his love of Dream Theatre, and paying his dues on the infamous George Street in St. John’s. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:23 - Conversation with Dan00:47:38 - CRASH Questions Dan's drumstick of choice: 8A white hickory ...2025-01-241h 05
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 13: Paddy Duddy (D.O.A)#LosCabosDrumsticks #QuarterNotes #DOAWelcome back to Quarter Notes, the podcast presented by Los Cabos Drumsticks.We return with a new look and a different format as Dré sits down with a new guest each episode to explore their musical journey and what shaped them to become the artist they are today.In this episode Dré has an in depth conversation with Paddy Duddy, drummer for the legendary Canadian punk rock band D.O.A.00:00:00 - Intro00:01:38 - Conversation with Paddy00:47:37 - CRASH QuestionsPaddy's drumstick of choice: 2B white hickoryPaddy's socials:https://www.instagram.com/paddyduddy/https://www.instagram.com/bigcraniumdesign/D...2025-01-231h 10
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 12: Balance & Inspiring GenNext w/ Conquer Divide’s Sam Landa#lcdquarternotes #podcast #lcdartistfam Rich and Dre have a big catch up with Conquer Divide’s Samantha Landa. They talk about finding balance with her work/home/tour life, Drumeo, her Los Cabos origin story, and what it means to inspire the next generation of young women with her work as a judge for the International drumming contest “Hit Like a Girl”, and of course a whole lot more! Drummer picks for this episode are of course….METAL drummers!If you have any comments, questions, or just want to reach out to the podcast e...2025-01-221h 24
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 11: The New Guy#lcdquarternotes #podcast #lcdartistfam Hot off the heels of the BIG announcement from camp Foo that Josh Freese is taking up drumming duties for the current tour schedule (and who knows what else), Rich and Dre talk about the pressures of being the “New Guy”. They give some insights on some of their past experiences of being in the hot seat.They also give out their drummer picks for drummers that joined established band and made an impact (for good or bad).If you have any comments, questions, or just want to re...2025-01-211h 04
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 10: Procrastination w/ Which Witch is Which's Nadine Paulin#lcdquarternotes #podcast #lcdartistfam For the tenth episode of Quarter Notes, the guys are joined by Nadine Paulin, of the NB based rock and roll quartet - Which Witch is Which! They eventually get to the topic of procrastination (and ways to avoid it), but not before they discuss plenty of other things…not to mention their picks for Hardcore drummers.You can find Nadine:https://www.instagram.com/n_a_d_ine_af/Which Witch is Which: https://www.instagram.com/whichwitchiswhichrnr/If you have...2025-01-201h 03
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 09: Electronic Drums#lcdquarternotes #podcast #lcdartistfam
Join the guys for the NINTH episode of Quarter Notes. Rich and Dre have an honest chat about their feelings on electronic drum kits, their uses, and well…..their general lack of knowledge on the subject. They also talk about Rich’s upcoming tour dates and the tease possible future episode topics. This time they each pick three drummers who have integrated electronic elements into their set up.
If you have any comments, questions, or just want to reach out to the podcast email us at: lcdqu...2025-01-191h 08
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 08: RPG Studios w/ Ryan P Gallant#lcdquarternotes #podcast #lcdartistfam It’s the “Eighth” episode of Quarter Notes! The guys are joined by fellow LCD artist Ryan P Gallant to talk about his new studio located on PEI – RPG Studios. They chat about what services Ryan offers and go into the weeds on recording drums. For drummer picks – they each give a shout out to their three favorite studio drummers. You can find Ryan on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ryanpgallant/If you have any comments, questions, or just want to reach out to the podcast email us at...2025-01-181h 15
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 07: Drum Gear#lcdquarternotes #podcast #lcdartistfam
Welcome back to Quarter Notes episode #7.
Rich and Dre have an honest chat about drum gear (Drums, Cymbals, Hardware) and discuss how important finding the right gear for your playing style is. They each pick another three drummers to highlight…this time they give some shine to “Moonlighters”.
If you have any comments, questions, or just want to reach out to the podcast email us at: lcdquarternotes@gmail.com
For all things Los Cabos Drumsticks visit:
www.loscabosdrumsticks.com
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The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 06: Percussions w/ Dwayne Gretzky's Adam Hindle#lcdquarternotes #podcast #lcdartistfam Here we go again....time for episode six of your new favourite podcast. Our second guest is one of Rich's bandmates from his days with Dwayne Gretzky, none other than sought after session drummer/percussionist - Adam "The Archive" Hindle. Rich and Dre talk to Adam about his love of hamburgers, how he inserted himself as a full time member of Dwayne Gretzky, and his preparation (or lack thereof) for recording sessions. The guys also pick three notable percussionists. You can find Adam on IG at:https://www.instagram.com/ad...2025-01-161h 10
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 05: Cymbals w/ SABIAN's Randy Ross#lcdquarternotes #podcast #lcdartistfam Just like that….episode #5. This time Rich and Dre talk about cymbals, and since they know nothing about them (other than they are round and look cool), they decided to bring on an expert. Luckily for them LCD artist Randy Ross is a part of the Research and Development team at SABIAN cymbals. They get nerdy about cymbal tones, weight, and what make a cymbal “buttery”. The guys also talk about their favourite “groove” drummers. You can find Randy on IG at:https://www.instagram.com/randy_ross_sabian/2025-01-151h 08
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 04: Drumsticks#lcdquarternotes #podcast #lcdartistfam
This is the fourth episode of Quarter Notes, and who would have thought that the guys would get to talking about drumsticks?
They breakdown some of the specifics to a few LCD models and the different types of wood. Rich and Dré also picked three different categories and talk about their favourite drummer from each.
If you have any comments, questions, or just want to reach out to the podcast email us at: lcdquarternotes@gmail.com
For all things Los Cabos Drumsticks visit:
www.loscabosdrumsticks.com
F...2025-01-141h 02
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 03: Road Food#lcdquarternotes #podcast #lcdartistfam
Welcome to the third episode of Quarter Notes. Rich is back from his quick tour of the UK with Danko Jones in support of The Darkness and Black Stone Cherry, so Dré asks the question we’re all dying to know about…what did he eat on the road?
The guys talk about why it’s important to eat healthy on the road in order to perform at your best. They get a little nerdy on nutrition, but they also chat about Rich’s pre show ritual, and what to do when something u...2025-01-1349 min
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 02: Cover Songs / Warming Up#lcdquarternotes #podcast #lcdartistfam
Guess who's back?!
Rich and Dré return for the second episode of 'Quarter Notes' where they talk about breaking down cover songs - how to learn them (or not), and the importance of warming up before a show.....of course there's plenty of other foolishness that goes on.
If you have any comments, questions, or just want to reach out to the podcast email us at: lcdquarternotes@gmail.com
For all things Los Cabos Drumsticks visit:
www.loscabosdrumsticks.com
Follow Los Cabos Drumsticks at:
...2025-01-1256 min
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesQuarter Notes 01: What is a Quarter Note?!#quarternotes #loscabosdrumsticks #lcdartistfam
Welcome to the first episode of Quarter Notes!
Join fellow Los Cabos Drumsticks artists Rich Knox (Danko Jones) and Dré Pineau (Six Gun Smoke) as they guide you through all things Los Cabos Drumsticks.
Will they talk about drums? Of course! They will also talk about some of the things each of us live and struggle with as drummers...from touring to playing the club scene, managing life outside of the instrument, and how to be healthy in both mind and body, and so much more.
D...2025-01-1245 min
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 31: Kylie Fox (Singer / Songwriter)#kyliefox #singersongwriter #podcast
POP! POP! POP!!
Welcome back to "another return" of the ConunDRUM podcast.
With the release of her new song "Confetti" - who better to have on the podcast than Kylie Fox?
Well crafted storytelling and a unique voice - Kylie is blazing a trail in the local music scene. Currently working on the follow up to debut album 'Green', she is taking on bigger themes and bringing a bigger sound with her band of all star musicians.
We chat about how she learned from her father the importance of lyrics - and how she uses personal...2023-04-211h 03
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 30: Danko Jones#TheConunDRUM #podcast #DankoJones
Welcome to the 30th episode of The ConunDRUM podcast!! I said that I'd be venturing out of the Atlantic Provinces - and having some amazing guests...I can't think of a better person to bring onto the show than the Canadian Rock n Roll ICON, the Mango Kid himself......DANKO JONES!!!
I've been a fan of Danko's for a long time - he is someone I've always respected and admired as not only a musician, but as a human being! There were so many thing I wanted to talk with him about...b...2023-01-271h 02
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 29: Colin Fowlie (Singer / Songwriter)#colinfowlie #singersongwriter #podcast
Get cozy with your cup of coffee (or other hot beverage) and get ready for an amazing chat with Colin Fowlie!
If I can best describe Colin in one word, 100% it would be...authentic! He's the genuine article.
He opens up about the music industry, what it was like leaving behind the 9-5 life to pursue music as a full time career, as well as his approach to songs and life. Colin is already established as an awesome singer and songwriter. Always looking to push himself and open himself up to...2022-12-081h 12
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 28: Kyle & Aaron Furlotte (The Green Reflectors)#thegreenreflectors #surf #podcast
This week my guests are the amazing brother duo - Kyle and Aaron Furlotte of the awesome surf instrumental band The Green Reflectors!
Now don't let the fact that there's only two of them fool you. These guys bring high energy surf rock with catchy guitar riffs and killer drums fills...you'll swear you were out in the sun trying to catch the next big wave. These two rad dudes are doing everything right - from the look and sound, to the classic nods of the bygone era of the 60s and bl...2022-11-011h 20
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 27: John & Lisa McLaggan (Tomato Tomato)This week my guest(s) are the amazing husband and wife team - John and Lisa McLaggan of Tomato/Tomato (tuh-mey-toh / tuh-mah-toh).
This powerhouse folk duo bring their high energy, laugh out loud, sing along, foot stomping good time to every stage they play on. They also are very chill, laid back, and down to earth....that can be very rare in the music world. John and Lisa share how they used the pandemic shut downs to take time for themselves and recharge the things that mattered most. How they discovered music growing up in non musical fa...2022-06-161h 11
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 26: Ryan Barrie (Dir. Marketing LCD / Wicked Vices / Kylie Fox / Too Bad Jim)If there is a cooler person than my guest this week...I haven't met them yet. Ryan Barrie is probably the most likeable and cool dude you could ever get the chance to meet....it's no wonder he is a constant in the Fredericton music scene...he's currently playing in three projects: Wicked Vices, Kylie Fox, and Too Bad Jim. He's also an educated and well spoken individual - I mean, he is the Director of Marketing for the small but mighty, made in NB - but played around the world - Los Cabos Drumsticks! Without a doubt they...2022-06-021h 14
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 25: Lysanne Lombard (Which Witch is Which / Visual Artist)Ask anyone who knows me, they will tell you my favorite band from Atlantic Canada is without a doubt 'Which Witch Is Which' - it's not even up for debate.
This week I am honored to have the front person - the lady with all the swagger, the voice that is instantly recognized, and a heart as big as her smile.....Lysanne Lombard!
Lysanne is such a true artist, it's not something she does....it's something that she lives. She is in constant motion creating wonderful and thought provoking pieces of art in various mediums...2022-04-281h 05
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 24: Matt White (Sussex Beard Oil Merchants / The Sussex Barber)"Behind every beard is a chin, and behind every chin is a man with a story". This is a quote from my friend and very special guest - he is the founder of "Sussex Beard Oil Merchants" and "The Sussex Barber" himself - Matt White!
I've been using the Sussex Beard Oil since it was founded in 2013, and have had the pleasure of crossing paths with Matt a couple of times....every time it is an experience I walk away wearing a smile and an "I can do anything" attitude.
Matt is a one of...2022-04-141h 26
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 23: Rich Knox (Danko Jones / Performers' Health)I've been listening to Rich Knox since he joined forces with Danko Jones, and he's been one of my favorite drummers ever since - his goove is smooth, and he always plays what the song needs...every time!
You know the saying, "You should never meet your hero's"? I'm here to say that is a load of crap!!
Rich was such a great guy to chat with, and shared so many insightful stories of life, hard times, making an album during the pandemic, moving home to P.E.I. He and the guys are nominated fo...2022-03-311h 26
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 22: Vivianne Roy (Les Hay Babies / Laura Sauvage)For the second episode in a row I get to have a chat with one of the awesome front woman from "Les Hay Babies", this time I'm talking with Vivianne Roy!
In our conversation we discuss what it's like growing up in the small village of Rogersville, NB (don't blink....you'll miss it), how she knew from an early age that she wanted to be a musician, her alter ego 'Laura Sauvage', and our love/hate relationship with streaming platforms, oh...and the worst poutine she's EVER had!
Here are some social media links to fi...2022-03-171h 30
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 21: Julie Aubé (Les Hay Babies / Solo Artist)This week I talk with the amazingly talented Julie Aubé from the Moncton based French/Folk supergroup 'Les Hay Babies'!
We talk about her introduction to music through her father, how she met her bandmates at a Provincial music competition, the story behind the concept album that is "Boîte aux lettres", as well as her solo work.
Julie also shares some cool tour stories - and of course she takes on the Crash Questions - just a lot of laughs and a good time.
Here are some social media links to find Julie...2022-03-011h 22
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 20: Roland Beaulieu (Solo Artist / Singer Songwriter) - part 2Here is the second half of my awesome conversation with multi-instrumentalist and Music PEI's Musician of the Year (2021) Roland Beaulieu!
We carry on out chat diving into some of his most recent collaborations with the Canadian Queen of Country Music - Carroll Baker, and AGT alumni ANICA (Katey Day)!
We touch on his drumming influences, his love of the recording process, and the always fun 'Crash questions'.
Some great stories and a few good laughs along the way!
Can't wait to have a proper family reunion and catch up in person.
2022-02-1558 min
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 19: Roland Beaulieu (Solo Artist / Singer Songwriter) - part 1In the third episode of 2022 I get to have a family reunion with my ultra talented cousin Roland Beaulieu!
Growing up music was always around us...if not in our own homes, we'd be getting together with our relatives and having kitchen parties well into the early hours of the next morning.
Roland and I have a great time reminiscing about those early years, how he was recruited to play in a band with his dad before he even hit his teens. We talk about how he and his brother figured out a way to di...2022-02-0159 min
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 18: Corey MacDonald (Raglan Road / The Durty Nelly's / Jake Break)In the second episode of 2022 I get to catch up with one of the nicest and most generous guys I've ever met - Corey MacDonald.
The man behind the machine that is Raglan Road, one of the busiest and most popular party/cover bands in New Brunswick - who are currently working on a bunch of original songs to make up their second album.
We have a great time sharing a virtual drink together while chatting about his early years growing up as a 4th generation musician, playing in some of the busiest bands in t...2022-01-181h 17
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 17: Danny Bourgeois (Pumk'n Patch Recording Studio / Session Drummer)So long 2021 and welcome to 2022 (not to be confused with 2020 too)!!!
I can't think of a better way to ring in the new year than to bang a drum, and there is nobody better qualified than my first guest of the year...Danny Bourgeois!
He has a list of drumming credits that runs a mile long, he is the owner/operator/engineer extraordinaire of "Pumk'n Patch Recording Studio" in Memramcook NB. He's toured just about everywhere and is the house drummer for "Tout Simplement Country" on ici/ArtTV. Oh, and he was the recipient of th...2022-01-041h 25
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 16: Randy Ross (SABIAN Cymbals / Stinking Rich)On this week's episode I have the pleasure of hanging out with SABIAN cymbals (Product Development) and groove master from the band Stinking Rich....Randy Ross!
We have such a great time talking and nerding out on all of the phenomenal talent in our great province of New Brunswick, including our love of Los Cabos Drumsticks!!
His do it yourself approach to everything is inspirational, and shows that with some hard work and determination there isn't anything you can't do! He knows the value of hard work and supports homegrown in just about everything he do...2021-12-211h 15
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 15: Jimmy MacKinley (Stand Up Comedian)Stand up comedian, actor, and all around great guy Jimmy MacKinley joins me on the podcast!
He took a break from working on his upcoming television comedy series "The Canoe Project" to sit and have a good laugh. We talk about his journey from working in IT, being a substitute teacher, to now working as a comic.
Jimmy has been busy touring the stand up circuit with his honest, personal, and relatable set that is sure to make you belly laugh.
This podcast was a lot of fun, we go on like a cou...2021-12-071h 21
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 14: Jean Surette (UmLäb - Les Païens - Music/Musique NB)This was one for the books! I mean, c'mon...I got to have a one on one with of the most important individuals in the New Brunswick music scene - Jean Surette!
This week's episode comes to you completely unedited...from the moment we hit record our conversation took off like the Starship Enterprise! We boldly went into the recording and writing process for his multiple projects, the state of the music scene in NB (pre/post covid), our love of vinyl, and the "complete album" as an art form...and my personal favorite - the world o...2021-11-231h 15
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 13: Kevin Macintyre (The Divorcees)It's been a while since I've had a chat with a fellow drummer, so I figured I'd do it in a big way.... This week I have a great time getting to know more about the man behind the kit for Canada's premier Outlaw Country band The Divorcees - Kevin Macintyre.
We'd had a short meeting backstage at the Larlee Creek Hullabaloo Festival in Perth Andover back in 2015 - I could tell right away he was the real deal. The Divorcees are known as one of the best live groups in the country, and I hadn't see...2021-11-091h 17
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 12: Dan Cadera (Which Witch is Which / Slashdance)This week I talk with Dan Cadera from my favorite band 'Which Witch is Which' - he is such an awesome guy his energy and enthusiasm always elevates the room. We dive into when he got started with music, his love of campy horror flicks and professional wrestling...I mean what's not to love!!
We talk about his 'Goth/Industrial' side project 'Slashdance' he'd been secretly working on, and while nobody was looking decided to release it during the height of the pandemic. He also started up a YouTube channel (under the same name) where he's been r...2021-10-261h 05
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 11: Jaclyn Reinhart (Singer/Songwriter)In this episode I get to have a very personal and heartfelt conversation with one of New Brunswick's best singer songwriters - Jaclyn Reinhart!
We talk about her roots, growing up in one of NBs small rural towns in the middle of nowhere, to finding her voice while living in Calgary.
We also discuss how experiencing and overcoming trauma has allowed her to find self worth, help others, discover her inner strength and move on from it a better version of herself.
Jaclyn's been putting in the work, and it is paying off!
2021-10-121h 14
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 10: Terry Whalen (TWB/Terry Whalen & Hot Powder)In the 10th episode I get to catch up with the one and only Terry Whalen!
We have a great chat about his passion for music, and how that has turned into a circle of life long friends. I was lucky to share the stage with Terry as part of the Terry Whalen Band from 2014 to 2016, we played on many festival stages together, even won the MusicNB Blues Artist of the year in 2015!
The only thing as big as Terry Whalen is his heart and his love for original music, art, and of course his d...2021-09-281h 16
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 09: Louis Sippley (Dischord)If ever there was someone I was due to have a chat with...it's this guy!!
Louis Sippley is someone that I literally grew up with and certainly spent most of my formative years hanging out with. We're talking since the 4th grade!! We get to catch up and go down memory lane all in the same conversation - his musical journey, how he got into the music/metal scene in Moncton - to then joining one of (if not the) best metal bands to ever come out of NB...Dischord! \m/
I can't tell yo...2021-09-141h 03
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 08: Sean McClafferty (Six Gun Smoke)For the first time in a long while I get to have a one on one conversation with my brother in arms and other half of the rhythm section to Six Gun Smoke - the one and only Sean McClafferty.
We've known each other for so long, it's hard to remember when and how we met - sometime before he set himself on fire in a field while playing rock 'n roll!! I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did.
Here are the links to stuff you can check him out with: ...2021-08-3155 min
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 07: Kendra Gale (Kendra Gale Band)In this episode I have a wonderful conversation with Kendra Gale from Kendra Gale Band - she is an absolute powerhouse vocalist, guitarist, and drummer!
We have a great talk about her early beginnings as a drummer and how she developed into a guitarist/singer songwriter. We get into some of her trials of being a woman in the music industry and what she is doing now to help develop young girls (and other youths) in the various rock camps she helps to coach (http://www.greatermonctongirlsrock.com/ & http://www.charlottestreetarts.ca/camps-programs).
Kendra's uplifting a...2021-08-171h 04
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 06: Matt Bowie (Kill Chicago)I get to have a long overdue conversation with Matt Bowie from Kill Chicago!
They are arguably the best band in New Brunswick - and a big part of that is the punk rock energy of their live shows, and the solid rhythm section. Matt and I chat about his musical upbringing and his journey from learning to play punk on guitar to picking up the bass when an old friend came back to town.
Do yourself a favour and check out why Kill Chicago are one of the most sough after bands in the pr...2021-08-0348 min
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 05: Dillon Ryan (Dillon Ryan & The Dream Romantic)In the second "non-drummer" guest, I get to sit back and talk with Dillon Ryan from the Music NB Award winning band "Dillon Ryan and the Dream Romantic"!
We talk about the early days of influence listening to The Doors, David Bowie, and KISS...what punk rock means to his group of 7th grade music students. We also talk about the evolution Dillon's taken as a songwriter and how his musical path started at a early age while driving around with his dad listening to Neil Young and Crazy Horse.
You can find Dillon Ryan an...2021-07-301h 01
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 04: Jack Bowie (Six Gun Smoke)This episode I venture out into the realm of the "non-drummer" guest for the first time and have an overdue chat with my BFF - Jack Bowie!
We go WAY back and talk about how we came to meet and those early days in our hometown of Miramichi. I get to learn more about where his influences came from and how he approaches the guitar and how Six Gun Smoke songs come together.
Where to find Jack online:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Jack-Bowie-Music-2260169047590530
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_jack...2021-07-301h 01
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 03: Nadine Paulin (Which Witch is Which)In this episode, I get to sit and have an overdue chat with my good friend and #lcdartistfam sister Nadine Paulin from "Which Witch is Which".
We talk about how she started playing drums later in her adult life, how she was recruited to play in WWIW, and the love she has for punk and classic rock. We play a little game I call "Crash Questions"...it's a really good episode!
Here are the links to all the social media for her and WWIW....do yourself a favour and check them out.
Nadine's Ins...2021-07-3049 min
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 02: Ryan P Gallant (Death Valley Driver - Little Cities)In the second episode of the podcast I get to sit and have a chat with Ryan P Gallant - monster drummer and fellow #lcdartist.
It was a great introduction as we've not had the opportunity to meet in person....even though it appears we may in fact be related (?).
Please check out all of Ryan's social media: facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ryanpdrum
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ryanpgallant/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwMVRMqx4jAYRIRf14dbQiA
His many bands...
https://www.instag...2021-07-3048 min
The ConunDRUM / Quarter NotesThe ConunDRUM 01: Warren Beatteay (Kendra Gale Band)In this first episode I get to sit down with "the Band" from the Kendra Gale Band...my dear brother from another mother - Mr. Warren Beatteay!! #lcdartistfam Warren is a super drummer and an all around great guy. His love and passion for what he does comes through in every performance and you can't help but have a good time watching him play drums. We chat about how he got started with drums and music, his musical journey from how he used to be in a band where they would all have to wear neon on stage to...2021-07-301h 08