January 28, 2026

The Drum Panel: Gunnar would request a bald cap first

46 minutes

Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming ... a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum.

This week's Drum Panel features myself (Ben Hilzinger) alongside Eric Urrea (Marina City) and Gunnar Olsen (Puscifer) aka **The Dream Team**

We talk about:

The specific tools we each use to stay on top of gigs, holds, and payments

The not-so-obvious challenges of over-scheduling and saying “yes” to everything

Gunnar’s hot take on whether live percussionists should be allowed cymbals

How double-drummer bands actually work, including famous examples and personal wish lists

The real anxieties and logistics behind committing to tours vs. staying available for “dream” gigs or family

Practical advice for 22-year-old drummers moving to new cities—and why being physically local still matters for working players

Social media as a calling card: when it helps, when it’s oversaturated, and how to post for the gigs you want

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