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Percussion Discussion - Episode 84 - Ian Haugland
Joining me today is Ian Haugland
Since 1984 Ian has been the drummer with Swedish rockers Europe
Join Ian and myself as we chat about his amazing career from his early influence by Cozy Powell after attending a Rainbow gig with Powell on drums in 1976, then onto almost blowing up a gig venue with some home made pyrotechincs at a very early gig with one of his first bands!
Ian also reminisces about an "interesting" audition with a young Swedish guitar god - Yngwie J Malmsteen!!
Then of course onto getting the gig with Europe and the recording of Ian's first album with them in 1986 (the bands 3rd) The now iconic - The Final Countdown.
We talk at length about the Final Countdown and where the instantly catchy keyboard hook originated from and of course THAT fill into the gutar solo!! in my mind that is one of the most iconic drum fills of the 1980's!
What a thoroughly fascinating and enjoyable hour spent in the company of Ian Haugland, Thank you so much for giving up your time so generously.
Many thanks also to Adam Parsons of Siren Artist Management Inc for putting us in touch! Much appreciated.
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By Matty Roberts - Percussion Discussion5
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Percussion Discussion - Episode 84 - Ian Haugland
Joining me today is Ian Haugland
Since 1984 Ian has been the drummer with Swedish rockers Europe
Join Ian and myself as we chat about his amazing career from his early influence by Cozy Powell after attending a Rainbow gig with Powell on drums in 1976, then onto almost blowing up a gig venue with some home made pyrotechincs at a very early gig with one of his first bands!
Ian also reminisces about an "interesting" audition with a young Swedish guitar god - Yngwie J Malmsteen!!
Then of course onto getting the gig with Europe and the recording of Ian's first album with them in 1986 (the bands 3rd) The now iconic - The Final Countdown.
We talk at length about the Final Countdown and where the instantly catchy keyboard hook originated from and of course THAT fill into the gutar solo!! in my mind that is one of the most iconic drum fills of the 1980's!
What a thoroughly fascinating and enjoyable hour spent in the company of Ian Haugland, Thank you so much for giving up your time so generously.
Many thanks also to Adam Parsons of Siren Artist Management Inc for putting us in touch! Much appreciated.
Please Like Share and subscribe!

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