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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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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	576	Founded	12 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Music InterviewsPerforming ArtsMusicArts

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576 - Gustavo Cortiñas: From Mexico City to New Orleans to Chicago, In Search of Creativity and Community

Gustavo Cortiñas was born and raised in Mexico City. His interest in drumming and jazz took him to Loyola University in New Orleans where he studied with Johnny Vidacovich, and on to Northwestern University in Chicago, where he has lived and worked s... more

16 Jul 2026 • 1 hr 15 min

575 - Chase Adams: Drumming with The Frontmen, What & How to Practice, Playing with Confidence & Authority

Chase Adam's musical journey started when he was just three years old, collaborating with his father Thurman in the field of music. He spent many years performing in church and later pursued music education at school, specializing in various genres l... more

9 Jul 2026 • 1 hr 42 min

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

Chris Draper is a drummer, author, and performance coach based in London. After coming up on the city's Jazz and Fusion scene as the drummer in the house band at the legendary Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, Chris began getting opportunities in musical the... more

2 Jul 2026 • 1 hr 16 min

573 - Reuben Spyker: Curiosity as Inspiration, New Signature Snare, Critiquing Yourself

Reuben Spyker is a master technician who has built his career as an educator, artist, and innovative drummer. Reuben has developed teaching programs that emphasize efficient playing, critical observation, and creativity. Most recently, Reuben has c... more

26 Jun 2026 • 1 hr 35 min • Most popular

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Recent Guests

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

Craig Krolicki

Drummer and drum tech with Rascal Flatts era, Nashville-based

Rascal Flatts (former drum tech) and Kent Slucher's team

Episode: 571 - Craig Krolicki: Drum Teching, Being the Glue Between Drummer and Engineer, Drumming in Nashville

Steve Pruitt

Jazz/fusion drummer known for work with Snarky Puppy, Oz Noy, Eddie Gomez, Mike Stern

Drummer/Session musician

Episode: 570 - Steve Pruitt: Playing with Mike Stern and Eddie Gomez, Straight Ahead Jazz vs. Fusion, Embracing Adversity

Steve Misamore

Drummer for Dierks Bentley since 2002

Dierks Bentley Band

Episode: 569 - Steve Misamore: Drumming for Dierks Bentley, The Evolution of the Dierk's gig, A Passion for Flying

Matt Musty

Drummer for Train, LA session/production work

Train, various LA-based music projects

Episode: 568 - Matt Musty: Playing with Train, Using Your Space's Sound, Buying Into the Magic of What We Get To Do

Tony Leone

Drummer known for Little Feat, Ollabelle, Chris Robinson Brotherhood

Little Feat, Ollabelle, Chris Robinson Brotherhood

Episode: 567 - Tony Leone: Playing with Little Feat, Fronting His Own Group in NY, Realities of Self Doubt

Jon Radford

Touring drummer for Sixpence None The Richer; leader of his own trio; DJ and vinyl enthusiast

Sixpence None The Richer; Jon Radford Trio

Episode: 566 - Jon Radford: Playing with Sixpence None The Richer, Leading His Own Trio, DJ-ing and Vinyl Obsession

Hosts

Zack Albetta

Host of the show with the Working Drummer podcasting team; active drummer and musician.

Matthew Crouse

Co-host and working musician; co-host of the podcast and active pro drummer.

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
Australia6 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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Guests are consistently described as inspiring and informative for drummers and broader musicians.

Listeners praise the depth and practicality of insights for working musicians.

The show is valued as a practical resource rather than gear-centric chatter.

Hosts are seen as prepared, thoughtful, and genuinely engaged with guests' career stories.

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Apple Podcasts	#106	United States/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts	#193	Canada/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts	#230	United Kingdom/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts	#123	Germany/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts	#128	Australia/Music/Music Interviews
Apple Podcasts	#22	Chile/Music/Music Interviews

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.

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 is the basic premise of The Inner Athlete?

The book argues that technique for musicians is built on top of physiology, and we must address physical conditioning, mental conditioning, and recovery to optimize performance, especially after injuries.

571 - Craig Krolicki: Drum Teching, Being the Glue Between Drummer and Engineer, Drumming in Nashville

Q: What are you doing to stay connected with the kit and playing at the level you want while touring and teching?

He keeps a regular practice routine on a pad and brief, targeted kit time when possible, plus a plan to dedicate more time to full kit practice when schedules allow. He emphasizes maintaining health and energy, and leveraging practice to stay sharp between gigs.

564 - Ryan Connors: MD'ing for Hozier, Finding Self-Acceptance as a Drummer, Loving the Rehearsal Process

Q: What drew you to MD work for a major artist like Hozier, and how has your multi-instrumental background informed that role?

Connors describes moving to Nashville, gaining experience across jazz, classical percussion, and piano, and how this broad musical curiosity helped him communicate with drummers and other performers. The MD role evolved from being the keyboard player who could keep a steady, adaptable presence to coordinating the whole live show, balancing leadership with collaboration.

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What is Working Drummer about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly long-form interview series featuring pro drummers from a wide range of genres, from touring rock stars and country players to Broadway percussionists and jazz vets. Conversations focus on career paths, rehearsal processes, session work, touring life, and the evolving music industry, with practical tips on gear, charting, room sound, leadership, and collaboration. Noteworthy is the show's dual emphasis on craft and real-world sustainability, offering listeners actionable takeaways for building a durable career while balancing creativity, family, and travel. The host duo's active participation as working musicians likely informs sincere, candid discussions and a love of the craft that resonates with both aspiring and established play... more

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Recent guests on Working Drummer include:

1. Chris Draper
2. Reuben Spyker
3. Ross McReynolds
4. Craig Krolicki
5. Steve Pruitt
6. Steve Misamore
7. Matt Musty
8. Tony Leone

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