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Working Drummer

Working Drummer
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Nashville
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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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Sarah has been behind the scenes in the drum industry for decades, from her longtime role at Zildjian to her podcast Sarah Hagan Backstage to founding and running the Royal Cymbal company with Paul Francis. Most recently, she stepped into her newest ... more

Born in Brooklyn, New York Rick Dior began his professional music career at the age of thirteen, freelancing in and around the metropolitan area in various small ensembles, orchestras and theater productions. He is a graduate of the Manhattan School ... more

Tim Carman is a Nashville-based drummer, author, and educator known for his deep pocket, soulful touch, and command of blues, soul jazz, and roots music. Originally from the Boston area, Carman built his reputation on the New England music scene as a... more

Evan Hutchings was Born and raised in Arkansas, Evan grew up playing drums at his dad’s church in Fort Smith. He was the kid that would sit behind the drummer during church and soak in every detail and nuance. Once church let out, he’d jump up on the... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Carman
Drummer, author of The Shuffle Book Vol. 1, member of Parlor Greens
Parlor Greens
Episode: 580 - Tim Carman: His New Book (The Shuffle Book Vol. 1), His New Band (Parlor Greens), and His New Home (Nashville)
Evan Hutchings
Session and live drummer based in Nashville
Freelance drummer (Studio/Live)
Episode: 579 - Evan Hutchings: Mindfulness Practicing, Going for it in the Studio, Live TV Performances
Sterling Laws
LA-based drummer and music director for Natasha Bedingfield; LA hitmaker
Episode: 578 - Sterling Laws: Recording for LA Hit Makers, The Shape of Recording Drums for Today's Mainstream Pop
Jeff Brown
Drummer with a career spanning live and studio work, home studio operator
Episode: 577 - Jeff Brown: Jeff Returns, Taking Control of Your Career, Work Flow Hacks in the Home Studio
Gustavo Cortiñas
Chicago-based jazz drummer, band leader and composer
Independent artist
Episode: 576 - Gustavo Cortiñas: From Mexico City to New Orleans to Chicago, In Search of Creativity and Community
Chase Adams
Drummer for the Frontmen, session and touring professional
Frontmen, Nashville
Episode: 575 - Chase Adams: Drumming with The Frontmen, What & How to Practice, Playing with Confidence & Authority
Chris Draper
London-based drummer, educator, author, and personal trainer
Hamilton West End, The Inner Athlete
Episode: 574 - Chris Draper: His New Book "The Inner Athlete", Recovering from Two TBIs, Playing "Hamilton" on the West End, Coming Up on the London Jazz/Fusion Scene
Reuben Spyker
Drummer and creator of the Acanthus signature snare
Drumeo / Ronn Dunnett Snare Drums
Episode: 573 - Reuben Spyker: Curiosity as Inspiration, New Signature Snare, Critiquing Yourself
Ross McReynolds
Drummer with credits in Nashville and LA
Freelance/session drummer
Episode: 572 - Ross McReynolds: Moving from Nashville to LA, The Two-Way Street of Trust, Making Synths Feel Tangible

Hosts

Matthew Crouse
Host of Working Drummer; principal interviewer and facilitator of career-focused drummer conversations
Zack Albetta
Co-host of Working Drummer; provides varied perspectives and host collaboration

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 220 ratings
  • Next level!

    I generally enjoy this podcast, but the interview with Nate Morton (who’s work I barely know) is hands down, one off the most interesting and revealing conversations between two full time working musicians you will hear. As a part time musician (ok, drummer 🤪), I found this fascinating and a reality check. Also, a good distraction when you’re in hospital, post op, and your knee is giving you hell.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mikdrums
    Australia7 months ago
  • 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 Statesa year 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 States4 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 States4 years ago

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Listeners praise the depth and variety of guests, from studio pros to touring drummers.
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Hosts are well-prepared and ask insightful questions.
Episodes consistently highlight real-world careers and resilience in music.

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580 - Tim Carman: His New Book (The Shuffle Book Vol. 1), His New Band (Parlor Greens), and His New Home (Nashville)
Q: What is the shape of your Nashville ambition?
Tim describes prioritizing studio work and recording with producers like Vance Powell, while continuing to tour with Parlor Greens and pursuing other projects as opportunities arise in Nashville.
580 - Tim Carman: His New Book (The Shuffle Book Vol. 1), His New Band (Parlor Greens), and His New Home (Nashville)
Q: So yeah, just talk about, first of all, the Parlor Greens thing.
Tim explains that Parlor Greens formed in 2023 with Colemine Records recognition, detailing the lineup with Jimmy James on guitar and Adam Schoen on organ, the quick studio-to-stage momentum, and how the label's audience helped accelerate their rise.
576 - Gustavo Cortiñas: From Mexico City to New Orleans to Chicago, In Search of Creativity and Community
Q: How did Gustavo's move from New Orleans to Chicago influence his musical path?
Scholarships and city culture directed him toward Northwestern in Chicago, where he pursued a Master of Music in jazz, while maintaining a strong connection to New Orleans through mentors and community. This move balanced artistic development with pragmatic funding considerations, shaping his eventual focus on long-term voice and leadership.
574 - Chris Draper: His New Book "The Inner Athlete", Recovering from Two TBIs, Playing "Hamilton" on the West End, Coming Up on the London Jazz/Fusion Scene
Q: What practical steps can listeners take from this approach?
Adopt a three-pronged framework: physical conditioning (unilateral training, injury reduction), mental conditioning (coping strategies, regulation), and active recovery (cold-water immersion, breath work, functional music strategies).
574 - Chris Draper: His New Book "The Inner Athlete", Recovering from Two TBIs, Playing "Hamilton" on the West End, Coming Up on the London Jazz/Fusion Scene
Q: How did Chris's brain injuries change his approach to playing and training?
The injuries forced him to develop coping strategies that bypassed the thinking brain, improved by linking listening with muscle action, which led to a broader approach combining physical and mental conditioning and active recovery.

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A long-running interview series focused on the realities of being a professional drummer across genres. Episodes consistently center on career longevity, studio versus live work, touring realities, and the craft and mindset needed to sustain a music career in a fast-changing industry. Guests range from big-name collaborators to versatile in-demand players, with frequent emphasis on practice approaches, workflow, and mentorship. A standout trait is the balanced mix of technical craft, personal resilience, and practical business sense (home studios, budgeting, networking) that appeals to musicians and industry pros alike.

Noteworthy strengths include: candid discussions about balancing multiple income streams, adapting to evolving technologi... more

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Recent guests on Working Drummer include:

1. Tim Carman
2. Evan Hutchings
3. Sterling Laws
4. Jeff Brown
5. Gustavo Cortiñas
6. Chase Adams
7. Chris Draper
8. Reuben Spyker

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