Percussion Discussion Podcast

Percussion Discussion - Episode 69 - Nic Collins Part 2

Thrilled to be once again joined by the wonderful Nic Collins for a brief chat about the huge success of the recent UK and US The Last Domino Tour.

Join Nic and myself as we talk about how if felt to finally play in front of an audience after an intense rehearsal schedule.

 For the drum nerds (as we all are) we chat about some of the original Simmons Drums sounds from the albums that were triggered live in many of the Genesis songs on the tour and how this was achieved.

 We had to mention how Nic recently finding himself at Number 2 in the MusicRadar Poll for Best Progressive drummer!! 

 We also talked how was it to get back gigging in clubs with his own band Better Strangers after playing to 20,000 people a night inbetween the UK & US legs of the tour.

Many thanks to Nic for giving up his valuable time once again, Nic, you are a gentleman!!

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Percussion Discussion - Episode 68 - Thomas Lang

Joining me today is an incedible Drummer who has pushed the boundaries of his instrument to a whole different level, Multi-Instrumentalist, Composer, Educator and Producer Thomas Lang

 Thomas has had a remarkable career as a drummer since picking up his first pair of drum sticks in his native Vienna, Austria. 

 his first big break was playing with his fellow countryman Falco on the mega hit Rock Me Amadeus! since then he has palyed with some of the biggest names in music including Peter Gabriel, Glenn Hughes, Steve Hackett, PAUL GILBERT and many more!

 Join Thomas and myself as we talk about his recent incredible performance alongside the fabulous percussiont Pete Lockett at thePercussive Arts Society Covention. Thomas talks about the preperation that went into this well in advance of the performance and how he and Pete didnt actually manage to play together on instruments! Just on pillows in a hotel room for a short while before the performance!

 Thomas also shows us around his incredible facility, where he can give high quality remote lessons, record, compose, hold drumming bootcamps and pretty much anything else drum related!

 Thomas, thank you for giving up your time so generously - it was a total pleasure to chat with you!

Percussion Discussion - Episode 67 - Ian Mosley

Joining me today is the fabulous british drummer Ian Mosley, Ian has been playing for legendary british band Marillion since 1984!

 Join Ian and myself as we talk about his incredible career, from having a great teacher at school, through to working at the legendary drum shop - Drum City, where Ian would ask famous visiting drummers to show him something that he could play, and how he was once required to go to Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club to repair Buddy Rich's drum kit!!

 We also talk how he got a job playing in the West End as a teenager playing in Hair with very little rehearsal, we also talk about his time playing for former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett and of course how he got the Marillion gig.

 We had to talk about Ian's recent move to British Drum Co and the wonderful drum kit they have provided for him that will be used on the forthcoming tour, speaking of the tour, we talk about the Marillion fans, arguably the best most loyal fans in the world!

It was a huge pleasure chatting to Ian, I have been a fan of his magnificent drumming for a long time - Thank you for giving your time so generously.

Many thanks to our mutual pal Bill Sanders for putting us both in touch.

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Percussion Discussion - Episode 66 - Clem Cattini.

Joining me today is one of the most (if not THE most ) recorded British drummers in history, The legendary Clem Cattini.

Clem has played on a staggering 42 uk number 1 hits throughout the 60's and 70's including - Shaking All Over -Johnny Kid & The Pirates, Telstar - The Tornados, The Sun Aint Gonna Shine Any More - The Walker Brothers, You Dont Have To Say You Love Me - Dusty Springfield, Hot Love - T.Rex, Green Green Grass of Home - Tom Jones!

 Join Clem and myself as we chat about his remarkable career, from his beginnings playing at the 2i's Coffee Bar, Backing the likes of Marty Wilde & Billy Fury through to joining Johnny Kid & The Pirates, then on to became Joe Meek's in house drummer.

 Clem chats openly about his time with Meek and his legendary fiery temper, plus how James Corden came round to Clem's house for a few tips and pointers before playing Clem in the Joe Meek Film!!

 This conversation is just crammed full of amazing little pieces of music history, it is one i thoroughly enjoyed doing. Clem is a lovely, humble and down to earth chap. Clem, thank you so much for giving up your time so generously.

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Percussion Discussion - Episode 65 - Tommy Aldridge.

Firmly back in the legends lounge once again as i am joined by legendary Hard Rock / Heavy Metal drummer - Tommy Aldridge.

Join Tommy and myself as we chat about his incredible career spanning 5 decades of playing drums at the very highest level, playing for the likes of Gary Moore, Ozzy Osbourne, Black Oak Arkansas, Pat Travers, Ranndy Rhoads, Tony MacAlpine and of course Whitesnake/David Coverdale.

 We crammed so much into this hour, including - how he got interested in drums, early influences, Practicing drums with his bare hands in his shed!! we talk about about what Tommy got upto over the lockdown periods, Recording, Equipment, Soundchecking, The solo with Bare hands and so much more!

This was a real pleasure - Tommy, Thank you so much for giving up your time so generously.

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Today i am joined by drumming royalty! Dr. Steve Gadd.

Steve is undoubtedly one of the most influential and finest drummers on the planet today. His remarkable CV speaks for itself.

Join Steve and myself as we chat about his new book - Gaddiments. 

We Delve into his approach to playing double drums, referring to the legendary Simon & Garfunkel concert at Central Park back in 1981 where Steve shared the drumming duties with Grady Tate and of course his more recent tour in 2021 with Eric Clapton where Steve was partnered up with the magnificent Sonny Emory.

 We also chat about Steve's thoughts on Drum Clinics, does he enjoy or dread them!

I feel incredibly honoured and privileged to have spent some of Steve's valuable time chatting to him. Steve - Thank you so much!

Hugh thanks also to my good friend John DeChristopher for setting this up!

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Percussion Discussion Episode 63 - Charlie Benante

Joining me today is metal drumming legend - Charlie Benante.

Since 1983 Charlie has been the powerhouse drummer for Thrash Metal Kings - Anthrax as well as playing for S.O.D

Join Charlie and myself as we chat about his incredible career with Anthrax from way back in 1983!

We chat about Charlie"s love of British heavy metal - Particularly Motörhead and how Lemmy showed up at the first UK Anthrax gig!

Also talked about was that Charlie in his mid teens turned up to audition for the mighty KISS after Peter Criss parted company with the band!

What a pleasure talking to one of the originators of Thrash Drumming and the blast beat, Charlie thank you so much - it was a thrill!

Many thanks to our mutual buddy John Tempesta for setting this up!

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Percussion Discussion - Episode 62 - Paul Burgess

Paul has enjoyed an incredible career from picking up drum sticks for the first time in 1965 he is best known for his work with 10cc, he has aslo played live and recorded with many other bands and musicians including Jethro Tull, Magna Carta, Camel, Joan Armatrading, Alvin Stardust, Gloria Gaynor, The icicle works, Jerry Donahue & The Helecasters.

 Join Paul and myself as we talk about his early days and how he found his way into Joining 10cc and the recording of the iconic 1977 album Deceptive Bends.

It was so incredible to hear all these stories first hand - i really hope you enjoy them too.

Paul, Thank you for giving your time so generously.
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Percussion Discussion - Episode 61 - Bob Henrit

We are firmly back in the legends lounge today with legendary British drummer, author and drum historian Bob Henrit.

Bob has played and recorded for such an incredible list of bands and musicians over the last 4 or 5 decades including Argent, The Kinks, Adam Faith, The Zombies, Jim Rodford, The Roulettes, Unit 4+2 and many more.

Join Bob and myself as we chat about his fabulous career including a section on his drum shop Henrits Drum Store and how it was trying to juggle life as a touring/recording musician and trying to run a drum shop.

 There are some wonderful stories about Bob's good friend, the late great Keith Moon.

 We also talk about the recent Netflix Drumming Doucumentary - Count me in , Bob of course featured in this, he was also an executive producer no less!

 This was a joy to record, Bob can tell a wonderful story, i really hope you enjoy it.

Bob - Thank you so much for giving up your time so generously.

Joining me today is Jeremy Colson, for the last 20 years he has been the regular drummer for Guitar Icon Steve Vai.

 We talk about so much in 40 minutes including former gigs with Michael Schenker, former Megadeth guitarist Marty Friedman, Billy Idol and many more!

At the moment you can find him on a US Tour with former SKID ROW singer Sebastian Bach on the 30th anniversary of the iconic Slave To The Grind album.

Many thanks to Jeremy for giving up his valuable time to talk to me

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