Today we welcome veteran Nashville drummer Tyler Bronson Smith to the show! This wide-ranging interview spans Tyler's extensive career in the industry - from his small-town upbringing in North Carolina to studying at the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles and eventually moving to Nashville, Tyler shares personal anecdotes, the significance of authentic connections, and tips for overcoming professional challenges. He discusses the joys and challenges of Nashville's modern scene, including notable gigs, networking, and the significance of maintaining a good reputation. Tyler emphasizes adaptability, authenticity, and the blend of simplicity and technicality to find your own unique sound. We hope you enjoy!

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
1:54 Welcome, Tyler!
2:37 Growing Up and Early Influences
13:20 Musical Journey and Inspirations
27:46 Low Boy Beaters (Sponsor)
28:27 Moving to Nashville
34:42 The Fishbowl Analogy: Growing Beyond Small Towns
37:25 Memorable Encounters with Legends
39:45 Evolution of Music and Technology
51:04 The Reality of Gig Life
1:14:33 Unexpected Gigs
1:20:59 The Importance of Reputation
1:26:34 Drum Supply (Sponsor)
1:27:34 Vegas Gig, Navigating Broadway
1:32:07 Drum Box (Sponsor)
1:33:43 Session Work and Live Performances
1:41:42 Sonique Drums (Sponsor)
1:42:39 Nashville Food & Coffee
1:47:32 Outro

Thank you to our Episode Sponsors:

Low Boy Beaters
https://lowboybeaters.com

Drum Supply
https://www.drumsupply.com

Drum Box
https://drumbox.space

Sonique Drums
https://soniquedrums.com


Connect with Tyler:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylerbronson88

Music Featured in this Episode:
"Cold Winter" - Alex Drasser

Intro Drum Groove
Recorded by Taylor Friesth at Garden Groove Studios in Nashville, TN
http://www.garden-groove.com
Mixed by Jackson Maddox

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Interview by: Dan Ainspan, Nathan Sletner
Recorded May 2024 in Nashville, TN

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