Rich Crescenti has been playing music since he was 9 years old and making recordings for nearly 20 years. He's a drummer, but he's also a well-respected and sought after engineer and educator. And finally, he's now our first engineer guest on It's Still Too Loud! We know how much you want to learn about recording drums and what microphones to use and how to use them. So welcome to a special episode, Part 1 w/ Rich Crescenti!

Carlo is back from tour, Mario is back from a much needed vacation, and we have one hell of a special episode for y'all. Aaron Comess, widely known for his work with the Spin Doctors, joins us to talk about his experience in the music world, his educational background, a little bit of gear talk, and last but not least, some excellent advice for up and coming drummers.

In the world of heavy rock and metal music, Dylan Teggart of A Deer A Horse and Kal Marks is still keeping it loud. You might want to grab some ear protection for this one, folks, as Dylan shares the successes and challenges of being a working and touring musician in New York City, hot takes on YouTube videos, and the exciting upcoming events on his busy schedule.

Alex Cohen is a drummer and educator living in NYC the author of Ultimate Progressive Drumming, and endorser of Paiste Cymbals and Trick Drums. After his recent Brooklyn Drum Collective masterclass with Dimitri Fantini, he offered us his professional insight into teaching, covering topics such as, ambidexterity, learning disciplines, and social media influencing. Where's your glass of red wine, cause it's still too loud.

Drummer for Crazy and the Brains, Zac Pless talks with us about his life on the road, being a strong rhythm section with his fellow bandmate Rob Mellinger, and his budding relationship with SJC Drums. We're making as much noise as possible, cause it's still too loud.

Christine Chanel is an indie-soul recording artist based in Westchester, NY. She is best known for delivering powerful vocals with resonant hooks and emotionally charged lyrics alongside her dynamic backing band, The Roster. She's also graced the stage with Ghost Funk Orchestra, and sang on one of their latest singles titled "Why". Tune in and listen to Christine tell us all about her journey, her band and what we can look forward to in 2023 and beyond. It's still too loud, folks, and the end is none of our business (t-shirt pending). https://www.christinechanel.com/

Joey Russo arrived in the Big Apple with a suitcase filled with clothes, his drum set in his trunk, and his canine companions by his side. And what was the driving force behind his decision to move to NYC? It was for the pursuit of music and his love of drums. In this episode, Joey tells us the details of his drumming journey and his transition from a busking musician to his seat at the drum throne with Castle Black. Throughout this inspiring story, one thing is for sure, he kept it loud, folks.

David Cornejo lives and breathes drums. His enthusiasm is infectious. Had this interview been in-person and if we had a drum set available, this could have easily been a 3 hours hang. We'll save that for a part 2. For now, listen to how he found his way to NYC by way of Peru by way of Spain, and his advice to new drummers about practicing, networking and preparing for the gig. It's a journey! So who cares that it's still too loud. Let's embrace it.