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With 500 episodes and counting, Working Drummer Podcast is the source for those interested in what it’s like to be a professional drummer. Hosted by Matthew Crouse and Zack Albetta, Working Drummer covers it all with a dynamic range of pro drummers who represent many different genres and scenes. Each weekly interview features a different performer, sometimes with a less recognizable name, but alwa... more

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Rich Malloy is a jazz drummer whose career has been built through consistent work in clubs, listening rooms, studios, and festivals.

He has worked across New York, New Jersey, Dallas, Nashville, Fort Worth, and New Mexico, performing straight-ahead,... more

Award winning drummer, composer & bandleader Jared Schonig has toured and/or recorded internationally with Nicholas Payton, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Chris Potter, John Patitucci, Donny McCaslin, Darcy James Argue & Secret Society, The 8-Bit Big Band, Miho H... more

Antonio Sanchez has become one of the most sought-after drummers in the international jazz scene. Following 18 years and 9 albums as one of the most revered collaborators with guitarist/composer Pat Metheny, he also has recorded and performed with ma... more

Bryan Carter is a Grammy and Tony Award-winning drummer, vocalist, composer, arranger, orchestrator, and bandleader.

After completing his training at The Juilliard School, Carter played with legendary artists including McCoy Tyner, Wynton Marsalis, ... more

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Recent Guests

Antonio Sanchez
Five-time Grammy Award winner and sought after international jazz drummer.
Episode: 547 - Antonio Sanchez: Staying Artistically and Creatively Curious, Composing Music for the Movie Birdman & the TV Series: The Studio
Jordan Rose
New York drummer known for performing with Maggie Rogers and Theo Katzman
Episode: 542 - Jordan Rose: Touring with Maggie Rogers, Working with David Foster on "Boop", Assessing the Opportunity Landscape
Narada Michael Walden
Producer, songwriter, and drummer with a diverse career in pop, rock, and jazz.
Episode: 539 - Narada Michael Walden: Performing Without Judgment, Joining Mahavishnu Orchestra, Working with Sir George Martin
Tony Saunders
Legendary bass player with connections to various artists including David Crosby.
Episode: 539 - Narada Michael Walden: Performing Without Judgment, Joining Mahavishnu Orchestra, Working with Sir George Martin
Taylor Friesth
Drummer, producer, author, and educator from Colorado.
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Episode: 530 - Taylor Friesth: Website GrooveMPL.com, Marketing Your Skills, Opportunities Aside from Live Performing
Russ Gold
30-year veteran drummer and percussionist, author of the book 'Phrasing, Advanced Rudiments for Creative Drumming'
Episode: 529 - Russ Gold: 30 Years on the Bay Area Scene, "Repetition Over Variation", What It Means to Stay Relevant
Louie Palmer
Drummer and educator
playbetterdrums.com
Episode: 528 - Louie Palmer: The Importance of Sound and Presentation, His Online School: Playbetterdrums.com, Playing Traditional Grip
Jon Doing
Drummer with extensive experience in musical theater, most notably in the Hamilton production.
Hamilton
Episode: 527 - Jon Doing: A Variety of Roles with "Hamilton," The San Francisco Scene, Finding Balance on Tour
Curt Bisquera
Los Angeles recording and session drummer
Independent Musician
Episode: 522 - Curt Bisquera: Groove Above All Else, Recording with Bonnie Raitt, Tom Petty,The Threat of A.I.

Hosts

Matthew Crouse
Host of the podcast and a professional drummer, Matthew brings his expertise and personal insights to each conversation, focusing on the realities of working musicians.
Zack Albetta
Co-host of the podcast and a professional drummer who engages guests with thoughtful questions that drive insightful discussions about their careers and experiences.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 211 ratings
  • Great pod!

    Great pod from another bass player and ex drummer! Great guests. One of the very few pods I subscribe to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikelawct
    United States8 months ago
  • Terrific podcast! Keep them coming!

    The episodes are always inspiring and informative and I eagerly await new ones for my Thursday drive to my gig. I appreciate the variety and some guests’ point of view and stories resonate more than others with me, but I learn and take away something from each and every episode, and I encourage drummers to go back and listen to past episodes. Lots of golden nuggets to grow and get better with here folks! Well done Matt, Zack and Mike!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Allgretsch
    Canada3 years ago
  • Praise from a bassist

    Great podcast guys. It’s fun and informative to hear your episodes as a bass player. I know and have played with many of your guests and I learn so much. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lownotes
    United States3 years ago
  • Love it!

    This podcast consistently knocks it out. Always learning something from the conversations, I really appreciate how the hosts are prepared and have insightful questions. It’s genuine and gives a perspective of what it’s really like to work as a drummer, build a career and even the tradeoffs folks make in their careers.

    Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bangbanggoesthedrum
    United States3 years ago
  • Best drum content in the podcast world. Always looking forward to a new episode. Inspiring stories, great hosts, overall high quality.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Vilho Rajala
    3 years ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its insightful and informative content, often appreciating the variety of guests featured and the thoughtful questions asked by the hosts. - Comments highlight the engaging storytelling and connection listeners feel with the hosts due to their genuine interest in musicians' journeys. - Many reviews note the podcast as a valuable resource for both drummers and musicians in general, providing practical advice and inspiration. - Some listeners express that the podcast transcends the drumming niche, appealing to all musicians through its relatable themes of dedication and authenticity in the music industry.

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548 - Jared Schonig: Playing "Just In Time" and other Broadway Shows, Touring and Recording with the 8 Bit Big Band, Bringing Something True to Himself to Everything
Q: Can you give folks sort of the elevator pitch about Just In Time and what that show is?
Just In Time started basically as a concert at the 92nd Street Y seven or eight years ago that I was part of.
548 - Jared Schonig: Playing "Just In Time" and other Broadway Shows, Touring and Recording with the 8 Bit Big Band, Bringing Something True to Himself to Everything
Q: When it comes to the video game thing, was this music and this culture sort of like anywhere on your radar or part of your life before you did this?
No, no, no, not at all. I mean, I haven't played a video game since probably I was 15 or 16.
548 - Jared Schonig: Playing "Just In Time" and other Broadway Shows, Touring and Recording with the 8 Bit Big Band, Bringing Something True to Himself to Everything
Q: Is there more of that in the works for this group?
There is. I guess during the last gig, they announced the next gigs.
548 - Jared Schonig: Playing "Just In Time" and other Broadway Shows, Touring and Recording with the 8 Bit Big Band, Bringing Something True to Himself to Everything
Q: Could you talk a little bit about that group and that trip?
It started off very small, like Grassroots, the great guy, Charlie Rosen does all the orchestrations and basically adapts video game music. We've done a lot of travel this year.
546 - Bryan Carter: From Drumming with Jazz Greats to Composing and Arranging for Broadway
Q: What role did you play in the production of Good Night and Good Luck?
I was co-music supervisor, music director, composer, arranger, orchestrator, and also played drums and sang.

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This podcast serves as an essential resource for those keen on the intricacies of being a professional drummer. Through a series of insightful interviews, it showcases not only renowned drummers but also lesser-known yet highly skilled musicians from diverse genres and backgrounds. Conversations often center around the realities of sustaining a career in music, offering guests a platform to share personal anecdotes, artistic journeys, and the nuances of collaborating in the industry. The candid storytelling creates an engaging listening experience, enriching both aspiring musicians and music enthusiasts who wish to understand more about the dedication required to thrive in this art form.

Noteworthy for its commitment to highlighting a ran... more

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Recent guests on Working Drummer include:

1. Antonio Sanchez
2. Jordan Rose
3. Narada Michael Walden
4. Tony Saunders
5. Taylor Friesth
6. Russ Gold
7. Louie Palmer
8. Jon Doing

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