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The Drummer Mindset PodcastDon't yuck others' yum with Zack PageZack has been a professional musician since the 90's from NYC to LA and points in between. He's a versatile upright and electric bassist that plays over 270 gigs a year. Catching him at Little Jumbo in the 5 points area of Asheville is a must with The Core, The Page Bros. Quartet, and Jay Sanders. He also plays all over town with various musicians in different genres and is a session musician at Landslide Studio with Jeff Sipe and others. 2024-05-151h 20The Drummer Mindset PodcastLionheart -YAHZAYThis is my first return guest. Yahzay has been incubating with his new record over the past several months, maybe his whole life. He colabs with some of the best musicians around. He's been doing a lot of work, personally and professionally and that's what this album Lionheart is all about. It was an honor to check back in with him and get a sense of his studio. You must see him play with Get Right Band wherever they play. You can still catch him play live every Monday with Rahm, Caromia, and Danny Iannucci at 5 Walnut W...2024-05-0559 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastMicah ThomasMicah has an inspiring story about his transition to full time professional drumming. Check out his recording with Tall Tall Trees, Brushfire Stankgrass, and Jason DeCristofaro's latest album, Falconry.Go see him live every week at The Foundry Hotel on Saturday nights and Hemingway's every Tuesday evening. Follow him on IG @micahleighwoodthomasJason DeCristofaro - Falconryhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_OY0Nq9cCoBrushfire Stankgrasshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=593QHWDnRZwTall Tall Treeshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=boHJHPlfavw2024-04-191h 20The Drummer Mindset PodcastTime for the Drums with Ted MarksI think most of the musicians in Asheville have heard of Ted or have trusted him with mixing their music. He's also an incredibly talented musician with next level chops on bass and drums. You can catch him playing drums with Ashes and Arrows, a country/rock vocal trio based here in Asheville with origins stretching all the way to New Zealand. You can also check out his project, Tu Koyote, with Jaze "Yahzay" Uries on youtube and spotify. OR you can go back and hear his bass playing with Caitlyn Krisko and The Broadcast on their album Battlecry. 2024-02-201h 00The Drummer Mindset PodcastShare the Drum with River GuerguerianRiver Guerguerian is a percussionist and composer that has toured the world sharing and in search of sound. His parents observed his love of percussion early. He was the kid in school obsessed with transcribing drum solos by greats like Elvin Jones and Max Roach and would go on to study music from around the world. He is as comfortable with the limits of a single frame drum as he is with his world drum set including typical western trap kit pieces like bass and tom toms along with drums from around the world including the djembe...2024-02-131h 10The Drummer Mindset PodcastThe Lumpy Heads with Benjamin FalconBenjamin Falcon has been contributing to the Asheville music scene for the past 12 years since attending the music program at UNCA in several ways. Asheville drummers should check out the Ashevill Drummers' Guild on Facebook for for novel solutions to drummer tech problems, gear for sale, and occasional fill-in gig opportunities. Go see Ben on drums with his Phish project, The Lumpy Heads, at Asheville Music Hall's One Stop in downtown Asheville, NC every Thursday at 10pm. You can also see him on drums with the American roots outfit, Abby Bryant & The Echoes. Once in a blue...2024-02-061h 14The Drummer Mindset PodcastEasy and Fun with Joe Enright.Joe is entered the Asheville music scene just a couple of years ago and is making a big impact. On this episode he shares how he pushed past the compulsion to kill on the drums every time he plays and how it has given him new energy to put into his music. I highly recommend checking out this artist whenever and wherever you can. He can be seen with his band Sugar Bomb with Jacob Bruner and Eli Kahn, sitting in Mood Ring, and several other projects. He can be found on IG @electric.jophis2024-01-301h 18The Drummer Mindset PodcastBatteria with Thom NguyenThom is an incredible multimedia artist and musician that puts out monster sounds that can disturb your sensibilities as easily as soothe them. We had a lovely chat and I was honored to have him over to learn more about what makes him tick and for him to grace my drums. I was amazed at how easily he seemed to adapt to a kit not set up for him and without his usual double kick rhythms. You'll get a chance to hear his solo at the end of this conversation. Check out his IG for some...2024-01-2447 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastRahm Squad with Rahm MandelkornRahm Mandelkorn has been playing music in Western North Carolina and beyond for the past 23 years. Rahm Squad is his project that includes some of the best players in/around Asheville, NC. He was also the guitarist that Claude Coleman, Jr. of Ween chose for his solo project, Amandla (also with Yahzay on drums). I've been a fan of the Monday night crew at 5 Walnut Wine Bar in downtown Asheville for a while now. In fact, I've had each of those players on the podcast. Go back and listen to Jaze "Yahzay" Uries on episode 1, Caromia on...2024-01-1642 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastJamie Douglass on tour with Samantha Fish & Jesse DaytonJamie is a sought after drummer. He's recorded several projects and toured with Shooter Jennings, Duff McKagan, Samantha Fish, Jesse Dayton, and many more. I first became aware of Jamie when I stumbled into a club in Ft Collins, CO on the recommendation that Samantha Fish was a ripper. The whole band was destroying! I felt like a newborn baby with the idea that I had never heard of her before. If you haven't yet, make yourself aware of this artist and the personnel that supports her.I reached out to Jamie and he graciously carved out s...2024-01-0944 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastCultivating Relationships with Adam ChaseAdam Chase has been playing music all his life. He and his brother, Matthew Chase, headed the band Black Eyed Susan from high school through college that caught the attention of so many ears. This allowed them the opportunity to play with artists like Aerosmith, Crosby, Still & Nash, Wyclef Jean and many more. Since then he developed talent as music director, composer, and band leader and continues to create incredible tribute projects like Jazz is Phish, The James Brown Dance Party, and A Family Affair (tribute to Sly & The Family Stone). He also created Dab Sessions to celebrate improvisation. Th...2024-01-031h 32The Drummer Mindset PodcastCharacter and Quality with Jeff Hankin of Carolina DrumworksA few things I learned in this episode:1. Building drums can provide a special understanding of the relationship of sound to the individual artists and their audiences. 2. What we are looking for in a sound or a drum isn’t really what the drum is or was in that recording or what you even heard live. 3. Much like learning to be a parent of a child, you have to learn to let go of expectation and be open to the character and quality of the drum presented to you.We go deep into some of...2023-12-281h 28The Drummer Mindset PodcastFree Radio for All with Austn HaynesAustn Haynes is a poet and producer from Asheville, North Carolina. He is a founding member of the hip hop group Free Radio. He is as much facilitator of music/creation as he is a creator. He's collaborated with Government Mule to remix their song Black Horizon. He also works with John Medeski and Jeff Firewalker Schmitt to produce their podcast Saint Disruption. In this episode we discuss some ways that hip hop influences the drummers and beat makers of other styles of music, technology as an instrument, and ways to stay engaged with the creative process even...2023-12-1948 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastHave Drums Will Travel with Scott MiddletonScott Middleton is a drummer doing admirable work. When he's not commanding the stage with Bask he's helping and teaching people with neurological, physical, and mental disabilities use music to heal. Learn more about the work he does with The Rhythmic Arts Project (TRAP) at https://traplearning.org/. ALSO! His band, Bask, cannot be missed! They are wrapping up a 10 year anniversary tour and plan to get back into the studio very soon. Buy their album and cool merch at their socials and bandcamp. Admirable drummer! If you appreciate this project please like, sub, and comment!Follow...2023-12-1532 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastSimple-Complex with Nik Hope of Empire Strikes BrassNik is a seasoned drummer that has been playing with Empire Strikes Brass for the past 8 years. https://www.empirestrikesbrass.com/ You can see him play with members of ESB at the Asheville Music Hall One Stop for the early jam every Tuesday night at 7pm. A good place to get into a musical situation with very capable players in a welcoming setting. https://www.ashevillemusichall.com/His taste is eclectic and he gets to showcase different styles with ESB and other groups in the area. As at home on second-line brass ensembles as h...2023-12-121h 15
The Drummer Mindset PodcastDrumming with James Brown - Erik Hargrove Erik Hargrove played drums with James Brown and The Soul Generals (AKA The Soul G's) in the late 90's and early aughts. After James Brown's death he went on world tour with Bootsy Collins for "A Tribute to James Brown" and later with Bootsy Collins & His Rubber Band. Erik has played with countless other notable artists and has taken demanding drum gigs including first drum chair for Ringling Bros. Circus. Learn more about his career on his website. In this episode he talks about some of the difficulties and rewards in working such demanding gigs. He also talks for th...2023-12-051h 36The Drummer Mindset PodcastListening is Creating with Logan JayneI can't get over how many times I say I can't get over how much talent there is in Asheville, NC. Logan Jayne is one of the reasons. He's a thoughtful dude that grew up in Asheville and has been a first call drummer, probably since he started playing. He pays tribute to his family and friends for support and inspiration. Logan can be seen playing with Magenta Sunshine and Chilltonic in Asheville and elsewhere when on tour. This episode was recorded October 11, 2023, very soon after his mentor and friend, Joey K, passed away. He honors Joey and processes t...2023-11-281h 23The Drummer Mindset PodcastCreate and Communicate with David JohnsonDavid was born into the music industry. From an early age he was able to share space with many of the greats, including Buddy Rich, as human and not celebrity. He's garnered success as a session drummer, music producer, synth composer, and vocalist. In this episode he shares his methods for making creation, promotion, family, and play work. He is enthusiastic about sharing ideas with artists on how to make their art work for them financially and how to avoid getting pulled into many of the business and promotional practices that do not serve them.His...2023-11-211h 58The Drummer Mindset PodcastEmoting and Stimming - Delia DetritusDelia Detritus is an artist working in London in multiple mediums from noise art to drumming to wood working and conceptual sculpture. She has also found ways to deal with her autism spectrum disorder and ADHD through drumming and art. The playlist for this one is incredible and I will continue to explore the artists that inspire her for a long time. 2023-11-141h 14The Drummer Mindset PodcastFloating Luxe with June PuryearThis is the most exciting new drummer to me ever. No cap. I love hearing this drummer over all others. My daughter, June Puryear, is 7 years old and has been playing the drums since she was 2. She began playing intently when she got her own kit last Christmas. She LOVES music and can be found reading sheet music or matching harmonies and learning lyrics with whomever is playing on the speakers - but mostly Taylor Swift. She also loves graphic novels and cheese pizza as you're about to hear. Look out for her upcoming podcast, TOYS. Release TBD. Enjoy!2023-11-1019 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastFreeform with Eliza HillEliza Hill has been playing in Asheville bands since she was a kid. She approaches the drums a little differently than most of the guests on this show. Check out her contributions on most of Andrew Scotchie's albums, The Smoky Mountain Sirens, and Istari. You can also see her live with Tight!We cover several things including her freeform approach to drumming, navigating band politics, and imposter syndrome. Her rock performances are also an opportunity to explore stage fashion. She's a powerful drummer and it was a great conversation! Enjoy!Follow her on IG: https://ww...2023-11-031h 10The Drummer Mindset PodcastBeats and Beans with JJ BowerIt's clear JJ Bower listens and is a fan first. One thing I've learned from these conversations is that this is the recipe for curating ears, taste, and skill. JJ continues to experiment and explore with music. Whether it's tracking drums, playing with different bands, or blending coffee roasting with music he stays interested and engaged. Buy JJ's coffee and gear at www.instrumental.coffeeHis IG @jjdrumsAn awesome resource for musicians with mental health and brain disease: https://www.nuci.org/The Playlist:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa7DIE...2023-10-271h 13The Drummer Mindset PodcastInspire Art with Bill BergBill Berg is a jazz and fusion drummer known for his work with Flim and the BB’s and as the recording drummer for Bob Dylan’s album - Blood on the Tracks. He's performed and/or recorded with Leo Kottke, Cat Stevens, Bill Perkins, Don Grusin, Wayne Johnson, Jeff Sipe, and many othersHe shares his stories and wisdom on the art of drumming and a career in art spanning over 50 years. You can still catch him playing gigs around Western North Carolina or rehearsing with students at Brevard College. A link to his project...2023-10-2049 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastTime Spent with Alan HallSo excited to share this episode with a teacher of mine, Alan Hall. He's been teaching in nearly all settings from middle school jazz camps to Berklee School of Music for over 40 years. You can take lessons with him now online. Book at his website at jazzdrumming.com. He's toured and recorded all over the world with various artists and attended school with other monsters you'll hear about in this episode. If you're in the Asheville area make sure to catch him regularly at Little Jumbo with Jay Sander and Zack Page or his ensemble, The Asheville Jazz C...2023-10-131h 04The Drummer Mindset PodcastBonus: "Why? What's your motivation, man?"Like any good teacher Alan Hall wants to learn what motivates you. I love that he kicked off the ep asking me the question. Check out my next release for our full conversation. Alan is a jazz monster and regular at Little Jumbo in Asheville where he can be seen with local heroes, Zack Page and Jay Sanders, every Tuesday night. His compositions can be experienced with The Asheville Jazz Collective that often performs at LJ as well. Links:https://www.littlejumbobar.com/eventshttps://jazzdrumming.com/The playlist of bands we mention durin...2023-10-1206 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastQuinn McKearney of Safety CoffinQuinn McKearney lets the theme, lyrics, and main ideas come through with his playing. His band, Safety Coffin, is an ass kicking nasty blues duo in Asheville, NC that just released their self-titled debut album. It will drive you to move. You can also catch Quinn with his new band Paprika for a different tone and experiment in the Asheville area.The album:https://open.spotify.com/artist/01BLxo5ikqJpUVEs04XWQK?si=Qzu8GI_oT6CFfId6TNwwZgIG: https://www.instagram.com/safety_coffin/?hl=enFB: https://www.facebook.com/SafetyCoffinCatch them...2023-10-051h 11
The Drummer Mindset PodcastAppreciation not Appropriation with Tyler HousholderA different title may be The Drummer's Drummer Mindset. Tyler is a percussionist with Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast as well as several other projects in/around Asheville, North Carolina. In tandem with music he's also a family man, woodworker, and architect. He's spent an incredible amount of time not only honing his craft but researching and learning about the roots of the music and instruments that fascinate him. Drumming can be spiritually healing and Tyler does not shy away from that fact. His reverence and love for the art has afforded him many opportunities to study with mu...2023-09-291h 11The Drummer Mindset PodcastSound, Detail & Repetition with Diego Joaquin RamirezDiego Joaquin Ramirez is an artist and drummer sought after for his attention to detail and ability to hold the dual concepts of simple and complex at the same time. It is readily heard and felt in his playing. His music can challenge and comfort at the same time. Check out his work with Carrtoons, Circuit Kisser, and more. DJ's IG: https://www.instagram.com/djrdrums/?h...Carrtoons: https://linktr.ee/carrtoonsCircuit Kisser: / @circuitkisser https://open.spotify.com/artist/7rgow...2023-09-221h 03The Drummer Mindset PodcastDrums and Basses with Danny IannucciDanny is a shredder on the bass and loves and supports all types of music from soul and hip hop to metal and new grass to musical theater. He shares his perspective on the drum and bass relationship and how musicians can best communicate and share feedback. We talk about art openness and acceptance. Really great talk. See him play in Asheville on Mondays with Caromia + at 5 Walnut Wine Bar or Saturday's with his jazz trio at The Foundry Hotel. You can also see him play with Brushfire Stankgrass!https://www.stankgrass.com/ 2023-09-151h 07The Drummer Mindset PodcastFeels not Fills with Ryan Sargent of The Pink BedsDrummer and founding member of The Pink Beds, Ryan Sargent, has an appreciation for tone and intention. Drumming is a mindfulness practice as are his massage therapy practice, dog stewardship, and human relationships. I love discovering new music in live settings but it's even more exciting when it's not planned for or expected and it just grabs and turns your head to pay attention. The Pink Beds strike me as a band that producers like Walter Becker, Donald Fagen, and Kevin Parker would appreciate, but with a sound all their own. Catch them every chance you get...2023-09-081h 30The Drummer Mindset PodcastInnovating with Mike Holstein Mike Holstein is a multi-instrumentalist, luthier, and woodworker that performs jazz regularly in and around Western North Carolina. He welcomed me to his studio filled with instruments, many of which he made, to discuss music and ways to address physical issues that come with playing large instruments like the drum set and upright bass. We discuss the roles drummers play in jazz and what it's like to play in a band full of drummers. He shares how he navigated some of the baggage that can come with attending music school. He has an incredible knack for music. I was blo...2023-09-011h 08The Drummer Mindset PodcastTransformation and Drumming with Emma GarauEmma Garau is a trans woman that has been able to face difficult challenges in discovering her identity, find confidence, and maintain her integrity in no small part thanks to the art of drumming. She is an artist that expresses the complex emotions and trials of life through different musical styles, namely punk and jazz. I highly recommend checking out her live performances in her band, ¿WATCHES? https://watchestheband.com/Through my conversation with Emma I learn about..Drumming as a means to process big life events and express abstract emotion ...2023-08-251h 24The Drummer Mindset PodcastSocial Media Makes You Better with 80/20 Drummer Nate SmithNate Smith has been explaining and walking us through a growth mindset on his YouTube channel for years now after leaving the New York jazz scene. He continues to hone his craft and helps others not only through his channel but in online courses from quick to long term lessons, group and individual. He has been able to carve out a space on the internet conducive to learning and his practice is a good reminder that internet platforms can be super helpful. We discuss imposter syndrome, freedom in transparency and putting yourself out there on the internet, and medi...2023-08-181h 06The Drummer Mindset PodcastDrumming as Ritual with Poppy DeBoerPoppy DeBoer (they/them) is a psychotherapist in Asheville, NC that works with survivors of sexual assault, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. They are also a doom metal drummer with a fascinating spiritual path and approach to the art of drumming. The quality of audio in the intro is poor because it was recorded in the hotel bathroom while on family vacation. It improves once the interview begins. Poppy's music: https://radiantbeingsoflight.bandcamp.com/ and https://damnpoppy.bandcamp.com/album/from-the-meat-lockerPoppy's practice website: https://www.agencyofchange.net/Poppy has a podcast where su...2023-08-1149 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastGuarding the Groove with Terrence HoustonTerrence Houston is paying his dues and paying homage to all those that came before him. I was lucky to be able to catch him on his recent tour with George Porter, Jr. He stays on top of a tight schedule between 3 bands at different stages of touring, gigging, and recording.He draws inspiration from varied drummers from Paul Barberin, Early Palmer, and Zigaboo Modeliste to Thomas Pridgen and heavy metal of the 90's. You can see him on tour with George Porter, Jr, Toubab Krewe, and Slugger. http://www.georgeporterjr.com/https://www.toubabkrewe.co...2023-08-0434 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastFinding Your Voice with CaroMia HumphreyIt's important to surround yourself with people you trust that can help you find perspective and those with whom you can reflect. It helps us develop, grow, achieve our goals, and find more joy in life. So I've decided to invite non-drumming musicians on the show to do just that. CaroMia Humphrey is a multi-instrumentalist that has gained the respect of many drummers and other musicians. You can experience this for yourself if you catch her at 5 Walnut Wine Bar in downtown Asheville on Monday nights or at French Broad Outfitters- Hominy Creek on Tuesday evenings. 2023-07-2845 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastThe Hunt for Rhythm with Evan MartinEvan Martin has devoted his time and energy to music consistently throughout his life. Starting as a guitarist leading bands and open mics, he made the switch to the drums when the opportunity arose and it changed the way he thinks about music and life. We get deep and discuss the intrinsic value of drums and how it can sometimes be our therapy. You can see Evan play regularly with a rotating group of players at Little Jumbo in Asheville on Monday and Tuesday nights, but especially with The Core, one of Asheville's collectives of seasoned and widely renowned j...2023-07-211h 46The Drummer Mindset PodcastFaith and Drumming with John CaldwellI talk with John about his career from drumming on furniture to battle of the bands to music school to LA & back. He's a teacher dedicated to teaching his students with enthusiasm & instilling work ethic. We talk about the trials of LA gigs, finding faith, and helping Taylor Hawkins find his first mountain bike (Rest in Power.)2023-07-151h 07The Drummer Mindset PodcastBlasting a Performance with Jacob CoatsI sit down with Jacob and his awesome dog, Maddy, in his studio. Jacob Coats has played in several bands in the area. Most notably he's an original band member of both Shorty Can't Eat Books and Goldie and The Screamers. I learn about his drumming career and what excites him about music in Asheville, NC. We discuss competing for spots in school band, finding a home on the drums with fun party bands, the hunt for the ever elusive bass player, building drums and other instruments. We also discuss the benefits of learning from other drummers whether...2023-07-0845 minThe Drummer Mindset PodcastPersonal and Professional Renewal with Jaze UriesJaze Uries is a sought after local Asheville artist that has toured and gigged extensively. Hear about his struggles and successes as a working drummer and producer. Persistence and staying true to his artistic sensibilities are just a couple of ways he has found success. Follow him on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jaze_uries/?hl=enHe just dropped a new single on Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/track/01nMVSiQR2GqaFp0K8nM7N?si=f4bac5c0ca7345762023-06-301h 23The Drummer Mindset PodcastTrailerThis is a weekly podcast for drummers looking for new ideas on how they can maintain persistence to succeed in their musical goals. My guests and I tell stories and discuss ideas on ways to get through technical, physical and mental barriers. I spent the last 10 years as a psychiatric provider and enjoy having deep conversations with people to help them find their motivation to get them where they want to be. When I closed my practice in 2022 I had more time to woodshed, jam, and learn from other drummers. Now I am continuing those conversations with o...2023-06-3001 min
This Hour Has 50 minutesUpdate and Highlights from This Hour has 50 MinutesA brief update about what's to come and highlights from previous episodes.Highlights from:Ep. 22- Allyson Dinneen- Notes from your TherapistEp. 14- Dr. Joel Schwartz- Neurodiversity and Social JusticeEp. 16- Dr. Cameron Caswell- Understanding TeensEp. 26- Gabrielle Ferrara- Therapists in TherapyEp. 5- Dr. David Paul- Treating PTSDEp. 10- Dr. Regine Galanti- Anxiety in TeensEp. 22- Allyson Dinneen- Notes from your TherapistEp. 9- Dr. Catherine Mogil- Building ResilienceEp. 29- Allison Puryear- Abundant PracticesEp 7- Allison Haynes- N...2021-11-1112 min
Red Lines with Anya ParampilProtestors charged with "kidnapping" police while demanding justice for Elijah McClain*All four individuals have been released since this interview was recorded. They still face charges, including kidnapping, for their involvement in the anti-racist movement. More info: https://www.pslweb.org/Red Lines host Anya Parampil speaks with Eugene Puryear, an organizer with the Party for Socialism and Liberation, about the recent arrest of four party members in Denver, Colorado. Joel Northam, Lillian House, Russell Ruch, and Eliza Lucero were arrested on September 17 in a coordinated crackdown against leaders of the movement demanding justice for Elijah McClain, a 23 three year old black man who was killed by police in August of 2019...2020-09-2523 min
Culture in the CraftCXC Scares | Diversity & Horror SZNSomething scary this way comes! This is a Culture in the craft minisode with a twist. We're turning CULTURE IN THE CREEPS for the season of scares focused within minority ethic experiences. Thanks to all those that have been in touch with messages of support for our mission to make #createch spaces, diverse places! Our squad ghouls channel diversity in animation, games, VFX, VR and beyond. We put you on to underrepresented experts to hear about their craft and learn how they became creators - so you can too!
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