Drum Candy

In this episode, drummer/producer/engineer Jim Eno (Spoon) discusses his approach to production, writing drum parts, and much more. We also check out a unique Corder drumset at Hawthorne Drum Shop.

Giuseppe Capolupo pulls double-duty as tour manager and drummer with the modern metal band The Devil Wears Prada.

In this episode, Mike sits with Thomas Wendt and David Throckmorton to share their favorite moments on record by legendary modern jazz drummer Roy Haynes. We also check out a great vintage Rogers Holiday drumset at Hawthorne Drum Shop.

In this episode, modern jazz drummer/leader Jonathan Barber shares tips for leading a band, taking care of business, his favorite Istanbul Agop cymbals, and much more. We also check out an interesting vintage Deri drumset at Hawthorne Drum Shop.

In this episode, legendary jazz/fusion drummer/keyboardist/composer Gary Husband (The Trackers, Allan Holdsworth, John McLaughlin, etc.) talks about his current drum setup and tuning preferences, how he developed such incredible clarity on the kit, and much more. In the Shop Talk segment, we check out a fantastic '70s Premier kit with 3-ply mahogany drum shells.

In this episode, Austin-based drummer Steve Bidwell of the psychedelic soul band Black Pumas discusses how he gets his sound from backline drumkits, his pre-show warmup, and the unique light touch of Afrobeat legend Tony Allen, plus much more. The Shop Talk segment focuses on a vintage Gretsch Broadkaster drumset from the 1950s.

In this episode, host Mike Dawson answers a handful of listener submissions and frequently asked questions and we check out a cool Japanese Black Jack stencil kit at Hawthorne Drum Shop.

In this episode, top Pittsburgh-based bassist Paul Thompson discusses his favorite rhythm sections of all time, what he looks for in a drummer, and much more. In the Shop Talk segment, we try to identify the origin of a mysterious vintage drumset with Chris Hawthorne of Hawthorne Drum Shop.

In this episode, we chat with Mitch Zlotnik of Audimute about the physics of sound, soundproofing versus sound treatment, and various other topics relating to treating the space in which we drum. We also visit with Chris Hawthorne of Hawthorne Drum Shop to talk shop about the resurging Ludwig Standard series.

In this episode, Chris Hawthorne of Hawthorne Drum Shop in Pittsburgh discusses his favorite vintage drums and cymbals, how to shop for used gear, and which things do and don't affect the sound and value of older instruments.