‘Chops are something you put on a barbecue.’

Elemeno P

Scotty Drum Hire

Recording & Touring & getting kicked out of the USA… session drumming… and much much more.

Recorded at Harlan Pepper Food Co. in Kingsland on the 7th August 2018.

Ladies & Gentlemen… Scotty Pearson.

A bit of a treat right here. I got the chance to chat with one of my drum idols.

Pat has been a legend on the scene since 1981.

We go in on Pat’s endorsements with… SONOR DRUMS, ZILDJIAN CYMBALS, ROLAND DRUMS, EVANS HEADS, SHURE MICS, QSC AUDIO, NZ ROCKSHOP.

A new segment of listener questions is featured!

We also talk about his time with legendary covers act ‘Kick’ and an obscene amount of gigs over the years. Pat is always a great laugh and doesn’t disappoint.

Recorded at Pat’s lovely residence in Browns Bay, 12th July 2018.

Ladies & Gentlemen. Strap in!

The one and only Patrick Kuhtze…

Song credit. Dark Horse – ‘Chill Groove Mix’

Dark Horse is Eddie Rayner, Clive Franks, Jim Hall & Patrick Kuhtze.

Jamie and I go in on his endorsements and how they help with touring. Also…

– Why a great mix engineer is so important.

– Why all drummers should learn another instrument.

– His favourite drummers.

– The real secret to getting speed on the drums.

Jamie endorses:

Meinl Cymbals

Pearl Drums

Axis Pedals

Recorded at Jamie’s home in Point Chev, June 4th 2018

Tracks courtesy of Ulcerate.

– ‘Weight of Emptiness’

– ‘Extinguished Light’

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‘If there was one mic on the drum kit, imagine you are that mic…’

If you don’t know drummer/producer Greg Haver I suggest starting with some of his credits on AllMusic.

Just some artists that piqued my interest were Manic Street Preachers, Catatonia, Mel C, Super Furry Animals, Tom Jones, The Simpsons (yes the TV Show), Op Shop, The Feelers.

We enjoyed a coffee together and discussed…

How Greg got into production. The key to Bonham’s sound. How to get the most out of your drums (or any instrument). Autotune! Studio techniques and tips.

This is a good one!

Recorded May 31st 2018 at Greg’s house in Titirangi, Auckland NZ.

www.stephenbuddmusic.com/clients/greg-haver/

Stick man for Ekko Park, Nick Douch and I caught up for a coffee and chat mid tour.

We get into life on the road and some very special gear. Also some talk on the recording process at Roundhead Studios with great producer Greg Haver.

Some great stories here. Enjoy!

Recorded 21st June 2018 at Nick’s house in Mount Albert, Auckland.

Song Credits: Ekko Park

‘Probable Cause’

‘Whistleblower’