NZ’s most interviewing-est drummer, and one half of powerhouse rock duo Skinny Hobos. Sam and I discuss how he got his signature snare tone, Drum Solo’s, Dave Grohl and whether genius/success is planned or by accident.

Oh and Wagon Wheel. I mean what the hell?

Recorded at Circus Circus Cafe, Mt Eden. May 22nd 2018.

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Ron Samsom began lecturing at The University of Auckland in 2003 and has coordinated the Jazz Studies programme since 2006. His current teaching portfolio includes: jazz history, honours composition, percussion ensemble, small ensembles, drum set instruction and postgraduate supervision. Ron is an active performer, composer and researcher in the area of improvised music and his work features on many local and international recordings.

Recorded at the KMC Shortland Street, 29th May 2018

Ladies & Gentlemen, Ron Samsom.

Music: DOG feat. James Muller

Intro – ‘People Factory’

Outro – ‘Merde’

You may have heard Tom on albums or live with artists such as… Aaradhna, Hollie Smith, Home Brew, Julia Deans, Esther Stephens & The Means, Tama Waipara, Anika Moa, Boh Runga, etc.

Tom and I go in on life as a session drummer and what he has learnt in the studio. We are joined by a special guest. Then we catch up on his current projects.

Ladies & Gentlemen. Drummer, Producer, Engineer, all round good guy, Tom Broome.

Recorded in Balmoral, 16th May 2018

Featured music: The Miltones – ‘Disappear’

Coffee & drum chat with the Man himself.

We go in on how he is preparing for his upcoming clinic.

But this episode is all about practice. How Adam views and approaches practice and drumming/music in general.

If you’ve ever wondered how someone at Adam’s level actually got there, then this episode is for you.

Recorded in Balmoral, 14th May 2018

Ladies & Gentlemen Adam Tobeck…