Today on the show we have Tim Baltes! He is a killer drummer and an even better human. Here are a few of the topics we chat about in this episode:

- Is music/drumming a competition?

- How do you find your unique voice on an instrument?

- What should you charge for your art?

- Social media and drumming

For more on Tim Baltes:

https://www.timbaltes.com

https://www.instagram.com/timbofromkeno/

https://slouxrecordingco.bandcamp.com/

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https://www.timbuellmusic.com

https://www.instagram.com/timbuell

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For more on Tim:

https://www.timbuellmusic.com

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Today I'm chatting with Ross Rothero-Bourge, a fantastic audio engineer who works at Cube Recording in the UK as well as mixes many of the videos produced by Vic Firth and Zildjian.

We discuss the realities of working in the music industry, as well as what it is like to finally work with some of your drumming heroes.

For more on Ross:

https://www.instagram.com/ross_the_sound_guy

https://www.youtube.com/rossthesoundguy

For more on Tim:

https://www.timbuellmusic.com

Instagram: @timbuell | @youregoodgetbetterpod

Playing a great drum solo isn't something you need to do for every gig or performance, but it really helps to know how to play an effective solo.

Improving your ability to solo on your instrument will not just prep you for the moment the singer turns around and shouts "SOLO" - practicing solo techniques also helps improve your creativity and flow on your instrument.

For more on Tim:

https://www.timbuellmusic.com

Instagram: @timbuell | @youregoodgetbetterpod

For more on Tim and this podcast:

https://www.timbuellmusic.com

Instagram: @timbuell | @youregoodgetbetterpod

To check out the official Aaron Sterling transcription book, visit:

https://www.timbuellmusic.com/sterloid

Aaron Sterling is one of the most in-demand drummers of the last decade. He's played on albums for John Mayer, Taylor Swift, Goo Goo Dolls, Maren Morris, and many others.

For more on Aaron:

https://aaronsterling.com/

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For more on Tim and this podcast:

https://www.timbuellmusic.com

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For more on Steve Goold:

https://www.thedrumlibrary.com

Instagram: @stevegoold

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https://www.timbuellmusic.com

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This episode starts with some housekeeping about the new schedule for the show moving forward. As well as a preview of who's lined up for the show in the coming weeks.

After the housekeeping I unpack a few things that 2020 taught me that might help us all with music, drumming, mental health, and work/life balance moving forward.

Find me @timbuell or @youregoodgetbetterpod on Instagram - I'd love to hear from you!