Drummer Mamas

Do we have high standards or are we restricting ourselves by trying to do things perfectly? We ask ourselves where we draw the line and how we stop interruptive negative thoughts that interfere with growth and the creative process. 

Has it got easier as we’ve got older? Have we found ways to deal with it? Find out as we share our experiences and battles with the feeling that we need to do things perfectly!

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Gavin Harrison’s technical ability and musicality within bands such as Porcupine Tree, King Crimson and The Pinapple Thief have set him apart and gained him international respect as a drum clinician. But what happens when drum events make you feel isolated and stressed?
Gavin tells us why he took a break from drum shows, how he was able to re-gain confidence, and what his ideal drum clinic situation would be… Plus, that time he sampled each cymbal he’d played in a performance and re-mixed every beat to create the perfect track of it afterwards!

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Get the tissues ready! In this emotional episode, we take a trip back to our very first episode of Drummer Mamas. So much has changed… and yet, in many ways, so much hasn’t.

We reflect on where we were 6 years ago, what was on our hearts then, and what’s still showing up for us now. It’s honest, nostalgic, and full of those “wow, we’ve come a long way” moments.

Hope you enjoy listening.

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Trigger warning: we talk about the topic of suicide in this episode

Dylan Redman is a drum teacher, counsellor, cheerleader of people, and good Samaritan all rolled into one as the CEO of the Red Cymbal company. 

Motivated by kindness, and with a strong desire to offer support for mental health, Dylan started Red just before the pandemic hit. Discover how he is able to combine many unique experiences and qualities with this cymbal brand, which he is taking all over the world and creating communities with.

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Today we’re talking about image — how we present ourselves online, the pressure to look youthful, and the limiting beliefs many of us carry about beauty and ageing… and how all of that shapes the way we show up.

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We are honoured to be joined by Jost Nickel this week! Jost is one of the biggest names on the international scene and has a lot of interesting things to say on the topics of encouraging more female students to enrol at the Pop Academy in Mannheim, what he does and doesn’t prepare for with clinics, raising daughters with music, and so much more. We had several laughs about mis-pronouncing names, and Jost tested us with some German too. Catch him here before you see him on the Main Stage of the Europe Drum Show in April! 

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Today we’re talking to one of the worlds most respected drummers, Mark Mondesir. He’s played with icons like John McLaughlin, Jeff Beck, and Courtney Pine — but beyond the incredible musicianship, this conversation is about something deeper. From the Maguire program to his work with Maggie’s Cancer Charity, Mark shares how music has been his constant companion — guiding him through challenge, healing, and change. He opens up about life, loss, and what it feels like to be in a club no one ever wants to join. Mark finds endless inspiration in music, and we think his story will inspire you just as much.

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Dane Campbell knows about family life within music: his father was often away touring as the guitarist with Motörhead when Dane was growing up. Dane and his brothers now tour in a band with their dad; has his childhood affected how he balances being a musician and parent himself? 
Dane takes us through family band dynamics, making changes to touring to suit his family, and taking lessons himself as a busy, gigging musician if he feels ‘stuck in a rut’. 

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We’re joined by Bob Wynne — drummer, educator, and advocate for a world filled with more drummers!

Bob talks about the idea behind the Evans Sound Advice Room at The UK Drum Show, his upcoming masterclass with Steve White (Feb 23rd), and how his 50/50 teaching roster is helping shape the next generation. He also shares his take on why drum shops need to wake up to the fact that women just get on and buy — and how that mindset could save the industry.

We missed some names out who performed in the Sound Advice Room at the UK Drum show. The full list of those who performed is as follows:

Will Daly
Claus Hessler
Martina Barakoska
Tom Howarth
Drew Michael
Dexter Hercules
Stephen Assamoa-Dua
Eloy Casagrande

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This episode comes with a ‘woo woo’ warning!
We talk about all things ‘universe’: manifesting, ordering what you want, receiving it, operating on a positive wavelength, and making lists to help you achieve your goals and dreams.
Parking spaces, the ideal partner, and lottery wins: listen to this episode to find out
how we get the things we ask for!

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