Drummer Mamas

After reaching heights with a band that most drummers can only dream of, Rick Jupp left Elbow 10 years ago. With a decade of sobriety and a well-respected teaching career in that time, Rick has developed drum workshop methods that focus on being present in your body, with the aim of easing the effects of PTSD, addiction and the stressors of busy life and a busy mind. Listen on for a humour-filled episode that also touches on the gap effect, dogs, tattoos and making an impact with drumming on peoples’ lives.

Heads up – there’s a fair bit of swearing in this one!

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This week on Drummer Mamas, we're joined by the brilliant (and hilarious!) Emma Taylor from Love to Learn Drums!

You've probably seen Emma's videos all over social media, but have you ever wondered how it all started and what goes on behind the scenes?

We chat about her time at ACM, how she built such a huge online following, the team behind Love to Learn Drums and her relationship with social media!

Lots of laughs, plenty of honesty and a fascinating look at the person behind the videos.

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Emma Taylor

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Tom runs Tom Collins Drums near Solihull, offering bespoke drum tuition and a shop for students. His story is an inspiring one; after starting to teach from a spare room, he now works from purpose-built teaching rooms with his own team. 

Talking about the importance of community, and the results that come from doing everything to the best of your ability, Tom tells us how learning an instrument can provide a life-altering opportunity for everyone.

Tom Collins:

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This week we're chatting all things UK Drum Show 2026! From Gemma's exciting new role to Ciara's session in the Evans Sound Advice Room.

We also talk community, representation, supporting each other and a special motherhood milestone. 🥁❤️

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Jessie May Smart is a violinist who has experience in playing globally and on the biggest stages, but on the flipside, she has also dealt with anxiety, depression, ill health and concerns about performing. Drawing on her own experiences, she has trained to coach musicians to reach their maximum potential; we talk about the use of breathwork, tapping, calming the nervous system and much, much more in this fascinating episode!

Jessie May Smart:
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Camille Phillips is the drummer for The Subways, and this week we chat about touring, teaching, confidence and overcoming performance anxiety.

We talk about joining an established band, the realities of life on the road and finding your confidence behind the kit.

Plus tattoos, gyms, coffee, rehearsal rooms… and somehow creating our dream drummer commune. 😂🥁

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Vicky is heading out on the road with Anastascia, and this time she’s taking her baby with her! We find out how she’s making it happen, if and how motherhood has changed the way she views her career, and how her experience of the music industry is as a new mum. 

We cover everything from working until the last possible week of her pregnancy in the studio to planning a baby-tour within a tour and the practicalities of parenthood on the road.

We’ll be speaking to Vicky after the tour for Part 2 to find out how it all goes!

Photo by: Dave Phillips

Vicky O’Neon:

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Drummer Mamas are BACK for Season 5!! 

We're kicking things off with a good old catch-up! From our summer adventures to what's coming up next, there's plenty to chat about.

Come and join us! ❤️

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This week we're reflecting on our trip to Germany for an amazing drum event, chatting about the juggle of the summer holidays, and, as always, sharing plenty of laughs along the way. 🥁☀️

We'll be taking a little break over the summer, but we'll be back before you know it for Season 5!

In the meantime, we'd love to hear from you... who would you like us to have on as a guest next season? Let us know x

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AJ wears a lot of different hats that all related to drumming: session and touring drummer, teacher and drum camp organizer, composer and author. With so many facets to his character and abilities, what does he identify with the most? 

 AJ takes us through the struggles of overthinking, over-analyzing, and how we can be healthier and happier with ourselves as musicians in general. 

AJ Rousell: 
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