Join legendary drummer Simon Phillips for a reflective look through his extraordinary five-decade career in music. From Simon Phillips Music in his early days as a teenage session prodigy in London’s bustling studio scene to becoming one of the most sought-after and influential and drummers in rock and jazz fusion, Simon shares the stories behind the grooves that defined the beat of generations.

We walk through his formative years backing artists like Pete Townshend and The Who, Mick Jagger, Jack Bruce, Whitesnake, Joe Satriani, Mike Oldfield, Tears for Fears, Jeff Beck and Judas Priest, his iconic work with Toto where he brought explosive energy and technical precision to the rhythm of classics both new and old, and his ventures into jazz fusion with his own Protocol Music  series and collaborations with players like Dave Weckl and Billy Cobham. He also discusses his recent work with DarWin music.

Simon reflects on the evolution of drumming technology, from acoustic kits to electronic innovations, and how he’s adapted while maintaining his distinctive powerful yet nuanced style of iconic performance .

Along the way, Simon Phillips Music opens up about his drumming and producer techniques and  the discipline required to stay at the top of his game, the challenges of balancing touring with studio work, and what keeps him inspired today. From recording sessions with The Who to his current projects and teaching the next generation of drummers, this is Simon Phillips unplugged—candid, insightful, and still very much in the pocket.

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