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Drum Candy

Mike Dawson
Jazz
Drum Techniques
Exotic Wood Snare Drums
Drumming Techniques
Bass and Drummer Relationships
Drum Industry
Kenny Washington
Pittsburgh Music Scene
Sahir Hanif
Independence Exercises
Carter Mclean
Improvisation
Product Design
Drum Manufacturing
Ostinatos
Recording Techniques
Drum Tuning
Musical Collaboration
Masters Of Maple Drum Company
Drum Marketing Strategies

Hosted by Drum Factory Direct chief creative officer Mike Dawson, Drum Candy is the definitive podcast for gear-obsessed drummers with an insatiable hunger for non-stop shop talk. Each episode will include product demos and interviews with the world's top drummers, builders, producers, and product designers. Shell types, bearing edges, snare wires, hoop shootouts, tuning, muffling... every compone... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Billingslea
Longtime touring drummer with Taylor Swift
Episode: PASIC50 Report: Interviews with UK Great Ash Soan and Nashville Drummer Matt Billingslea
Ash Soan
Session drummer known for work with Tori Amos, Seal, and Adele
Episode: PASIC50 Report: Interviews with UK Great Ash Soan and Nashville Drummer Matt Billingslea
Dave Raun
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Matt McDonough
Drummer of the metal band Mudvayne
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Episode: Mudvayne's Matt McDonough on Touring, Physical Fitness, and More (Drum Candy Podcast)
Branden Steineckert
Punk rock drummer, producer, composer, and entrepreneur.
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Episode: Punk Rock Drums With Rancid's Branden Steineckert
Aaron Vishria
Director of Artist Marketing at D'Addario Percussion Products
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Episode: Endorsements and Artist Marketing with Aaron Vishria of D'Addario
Ben Hilzinger
Drummer for Eve Six and Cannons, and co-producer and host of Drummers on Drumming podcast
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Episode: "Drummers on Drummers" With Ben Hilzinger (Eve6, Cannons, Big Fat Snare Drum)
Malcolm Catto
Legendary UK drummer and producer known for his work with The Heliocentrics and Little Barrie.
Episode: UK Drummer/Producer Malcolm Catto (Little Barrie, Heliocentrics, DJ Shadow, etc.)
Thomas Wendt
Professional drummer and expert in drum performance
Episode: Which Snare Hoops Are Best for Jazz? A Pro Drummer’s Take

Host

Mike Dawson
Chief Creative Officer at Drum Factory Direct and an experienced drummer and host who brings a wealth of knowledge about drumming, gear, and the music industry to his discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 216 ratings
  • Consistently Great.

    Mike is a true journalist, who knows all the right people at the drum companies you love, and the artists who play them. Always thoughtful, fun, interesting and worth following and listening !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tron313
    United States4 months ago
  • Love it !

    So much great knowledge shared on this podcast. Keep at it !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    drummer145
    Canada5 months ago
  • Drum Candy podcast

    Mike is the best host , great drummer,very knowledgeable about drumming, technique, teaching, gear etc. His interviews with people are very interesting and informative also brings out the personality of the guest with good questions etc. Such a straight up good dude. I’ve messaged him a couple of times and he promptly responded with a very helpful and nice way. Keep up the great work Mike! Louie Duval

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LXD3
    United States6 months ago
  • So many details

    Every episode is so full of details, in every conversation are little things that stand out and give food for thought. And every time I listen to even the nerdiest (in a good way) episodes there’s is always some music I want to explore and listen to afterwards :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sebastian_dk
    Denmarka year ago
  • Fun & Learn !

    Interviews, 10 reasons, lessons, gears… what else could a drummer wish for?!

    Many thanks and congrats for all that very appreciated work!

    Mike & team, you’re the best!! 👍👍👍👍👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    days711
    Canadaa year ago

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Many reviews highlight the podcast as a treasure trove of knowledge for drummers, celebrating its diverse content covering gear, interviews, and drumming techniques.
Overall listener sentiment is extremely positive, emphasizing the podcast's educational value and the warmth of the host's presentation, while some feedback suggests a desire for even more shop talk.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth technical discussions and product reviews, praising the host for his expertise and engaging interview style.

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PASIC50 Report: Interviews with UK Great Ash Soan and Nashville Drummer Matt Billingslea
Q: What was the overarching message for your presentation?
Soan emphasized perseverance and that staying focused on goals can lead to unexpected opportunities later in life.
PASIC50 Report: Interviews with UK Great Ash Soan and Nashville Drummer Matt Billingslea
Q: What do you do to keep yourself inspired creatively while on tour?
Billingslea mentions he engages in various musical activities, including producing music on his laptop and staying physically active to maintain his creative flow.
PASIC50 Report: Interviews with UK Great Ash Soan and Nashville Drummer Matt Billingslea
Q: How did you work your way into that?
Matt Billingslea explains it involves a progression of skill, opportunity, and being a good person.
Mudvayne's Matt McDonough on Touring, Physical Fitness, and More (Drum Candy Podcast)
Q: Do you have a specific pre-show ritual to get you ready to play?
Matt talks about having a routine that includes practicing on a small kit and preparing for stage theatrics.
Mudvayne's Matt McDonough on Touring, Physical Fitness, and More (Drum Candy Podcast)
Q: How do you feel physically now that you're several weeks into this run?
He mentions the challenges of touring infrequently and keeping in shape during the tour.

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What is Drum Candy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast serves as a comprehensive resource for drummers who are passionate about gear and detailed discussions related to the art of drumming. It features in-depth interviews with notable drummers, builders, and industry experts, all while emphasizing a deep dive into various aspects of drumming hardware and techniques. With a mix of product demos and insightful conversations, listeners can expect an engaging exploration of topics ranging from drum construction to performance, ensuring that every episode caters specifically to the drumming community's needs and interests. Notably, the podcast stands out for its meticulous analysis of gear components, catering to both beginner and seasoned drummers alike, who may appreciate the technica... more

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1. Drum History
2. Live From My Drum Room! ™
3. Drummers on Drumming
4. DRUM with Mike & Eddy
5. Working Drummer

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Drum Candy launched 5 years ago and published 145 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Drum Candy include:

1. Matt Billingslea
2. Ash Soan
3. Dave Raun
4. Matt McDonough
5. Branden Steineckert
6. Aaron Vishria
7. Ben Hilzinger
8. Malcolm Catto

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