Join me for a conversation with the man who defined the sound of modern fusion. From his early electronic roots to his career-defining work with Michael League and Snarky Puppy, Nic Hard explains how he captures massive ensembles without losing the human element. We talk drum miking, panning "wall-of-sound" arrangements, and why the drummer is the most important person in the room.

In this episode LA session ace Rob Humphreys joins me to discuss his journey from his musical beginnings to recording with icons like Leonard Cohen and Jason Mraz. We dive deep into his creative philosophy, from using unconventional gear and perfecting the engineer-drummer relationship to his essential advice for making it in the Los Angeles session scene. Make sure not to miss this one out!

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In this episode, I sit down with renowned French session drummer Florian Gouello (Julian More', Rodney Jerkins, Rick Nowels and more) to talk all things drum production. Florian breaks down his workflow for creating professional loop and sample packs, his go-to secrets for mixing and processing drums, and his unique philosophy on music production.

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In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly versatile Jordan Perlson—a drummer whose career spans from recording and touring with legends like Adrian Belew, Becca Stevens, and Gary Burton. Now based in Nashville, Jordan has become a go-to for remote recording and high-level session work. We dive deep into the technical and mental aspects of being a professional drummer today, covering everything from his mic setup and tuning secrets to how the industry has shifted for the modern session player.

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n this episode, we sit down with one of the UK's most in-demand session drummers, Samson Jatto (NAO, James Bay, Mahalia), Samson, renowned for his versatile style and incredible pocket and time feel, shares his secrets on how to lock in a groove and nail the performance every time. We dive into the technical challenges of being a remote session player, including his ingenious techniques for achieving professional-grade drum sounds while recording in small spaces.

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Dive into this insightful interview with Noam Wallenberg, the brilliant engineer behind the latest Vulfpeck record! We pull back the curtain on the art of mixing, discussing his specific approach to achieving great drum sounds. Plus, Noam shares his secrets on how to authentically recreate some of the most iconic drum sounds in music history. Whether you're a producer, musician, you won't want to miss this deep-dive into engineering brilliance!

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https://www.raxtrax.com

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Join me for an insightful conversation with the incredibly talented Jordan Rose, one of New York's most in-demand session and touring drummers. Known for his work with artists like Maggie Rogers, Jacob Collier, Laufey, Cory Wong, and many more, Jordan gives us a look inside his dynamic career. In this interview, we dive into: -How Jordan runs his Brooklyn studio, Rose Garden Recording, and the unique challenges and opportunities of tracking drums for artists around the globe. -What it takes to build a thriving career as a professional musician in the competitive New York scene. -Hear about Jordan's experiences touring internationally, from playing huge stages to the logistics of being a touring professional.

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https://www.jordanrosedrums.com/drumloops/p/denimpockets

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In this interview I had the chance of chatting with the incredibly talented German drummer, Alex Höffken. In this interview, Alex pulls back the curtain on his streamlined workflow, focusing on the art of remote recording. Learn his secrets for saving precious time by meticulously creating and utilizing custom template sessions, and get a deep look at how he elevates his drum tracks by strategically adding subtle (and not-so-subtle!) percussion layers to his core grooves. It's a must-listen for anyone interested in high-level session work and production efficiency.

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