
A podcast for drummers who think too much. Ben Hilzinger talks to the greats about creativity, identity, staying sane, and finding purpose behind the kit. Powered by Big Fat Snare Drum. For more inforamtion, check out www.bigfatsnaredrum.com and follow us on Instagram.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 296 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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This week on Drummers on Drumming, I’m bringing back a re-edited 2021 conversation with my friend Anthony Fung.
The premise was simple: five-ish records and drummers that might finally get you into jazz.
Anthony explains what makes each drummer dis... more
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Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, powered by Big Fat Snare Drum.
Today, I’m joined by my trusty co-host Eric Urrea, and one of my best friends, Kris Mazzarisi, owner and founder of Big Fat Snare Drum, and drummer for Winnetka Bowling League.
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This week on Drummers on Drumming, we’re jumping back into part two of my conversation with Brendan Buckley, Zack Albetta, and Eric Urrea.
In this episode:
• How much production a live show actually needs
• The modern skills working drummers a... more
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Great podcast! I look forward to every episode. Ben is an excellent interviewer and the guests are awesome. From household names to the pros in the shadows, this is high quality, informative, and actionable content we’re lucky to have.
Always happy to listen and I learn a ton. I’ve ended up noting so many bands/albums/tracks to listen to based on everyone’s 5 picks, and even finally picked up some BFSD products, which I’m thrilled with.
Episode 9 specific: I did feel everyone’s attitude about sharing kits to be eye-opening. I’ve been gigging since 1994 and am always ok with letting someone use my bass/toms/stands. Especially now, being well into my 40s and having good gear. If I’m playing some punk club I’m happy to let some... more
I have really enjoyed this podcast - the guest selection is fantastic and the flow of conversation has been informative and enjoyable - perfect for my evening dog walks.
The Stanton Moore episode was great!
One of my favorite music focused podcasts in general (not only because I’m a drummer). Ben is a great host who brings on fantastic musicians and lets them tell their story about some of the music that has helped shape them. Every episode is fascinating and I’ve discovered a lot of new music from this podcast, and even learned new things about music I already knew. Keep up the good work, Ben!
Stumbled on this by accident and I'm really enjoying it, discovering new things and learning a lot about drummers I wasn't aware of. Cheers!
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The show centers on deep, craft-focused conversations with professional drummers and educators about creativity, voice, and the balancing act between human feel and high-tech production. Episodes frequently cover live performance realities, the impact of click tracks and backing tracks, branding and social media, gear choices, and the evolution of a drummer's career across touring, studio work, and education. Notable throughlines include prioritizing musical humanity and authenticity in increasingly engineered shows, the value of mentorship and personal voice, and practical guidance for building sustainable, authentic careers while navigating modern industry trends. The format often blends personal storytelling with concrete technique and c... more
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