Nashville Drummers Podcast
Music
About
Meet the up-and-coming players within Nashville's diverse drumming community, plus interviews with special guests from music cities near and far. Hear their stories, be inspired, and share some laughs along the way.
Episodes
- Brian Czach: Building a Professional Career, Playing with Orchestras, Art of Adapting, Healthy Habits, Home Recording
In this episode of the Nashville Drummers Podcast, freelance drummer Brian Czach discusses his career, including his work with the Nashville Symphony, building a home studio, and maintaining healthy habits. He also covers his musical roots…
- Jeffrey Adami: On Tour w/ Jordan Feliz, Burnout, Mental Health, Faith, and Identity Beyond Music
Touring drummer Jeffrey Adami joins the Nashville Drummers Podcast to discuss his career with Jordan Feliz, managing burnout, and maintaining his mental health. He also reflects on balancing faith with music and the importance of building…
- Dango Cellan: On Tour w/ Hawthorne Heights, Career in Versatility, Home Studio, Content, Branding, & Keeping Endorsements
Drummer Dango Cellan discusses his 20-year career, his work with Hawthorne Heights, and balancing a life as a touring and studio musician. He also covers professional tips on endorsements, content creation, studio building, and maintaining…
- Andrew Bone: Crossroads of Life, High-Level Touring, Know Your Worth, Building a Home Studio
Drummer Andrew Bone joins the Nashville Drummers Podcast to discuss navigating life transitions, the realities of the Nashville Broadway music scene, and professional development. The conversation covers touring, studio work, the importanc…
- NDP PANEL: Breaking into Broadway (2/16/26)
In this Nashville Drummers Podcast episode, hosts Dan Ainspan and Nate Sletner lead a live roundtable discussion with drummers Nico Medina, Ethan Harb, Molly Rose, Kevin Keith, and Kyle Law about performing on Nashville's Lower Broadway. T…
- Tom Kinka: Persistence & Idiocy, On Tour w/ Lecade, Stick Trick Mastery, Drum Lessons & Mentors
Touring drummer Tom Kinka joins the Nashville Drummers Podcast to discuss his career path, from growing up in a musical family in Philadelphia to touring with country artist Lecade. He shares experiences with Nashville's music scene, drum…
- Billy Joe Freeman: On Tour w/ Dustin Lynch, Professional Sideman, Texas Roots, Gig Triangle, Home Recording
Billy Joe Freeman, touring drummer for Dustin Lynch, shares insights on professionalism, serving the song, and the Nashville music scene. He details his early career in Texas, his move to Nashville, and discusses topics like the gig triang…
- Jordan Carter: From Cleveland to Nashville, Embracing Musical Growth, the Power of Community, Role of a Music Director
In Episode 80 of the Nashville Drummers Podcast, drummer and music director Jordan Carter shares his experiences moving from Cleveland to Nashville. He discusses his time at Berklee College of Music, the significance of community and patie…
- Collin Dobbs: On Tour w/ The Bellamy Brothers, Preparing for the Big Gig, AI & Social Media, Landing Endorsements
Collin Dobbs shares his experiences as the touring drummer for The Bellamy Brothers, covering his musical journey, professional preparation, tuning techniques, and the role of social media and AI in the music industry.
- Tim Carman: On Tour w/ Parlor Greens & Canyon Lights, Musical Mileage, Drumming Identity, Hockey Crossover, Work-Life Balance
Tim Carman discusses his international touring career with bands like Parlor Greens and Canyon Lights, his educational background, managing multiple projects, and his life in Nashville.
- Andrew Besl: Lessons in Gratitude & Forgiveness, Relationships & Self-Discovery, Music City Mayhem, Role of a Studio Drummer
Andrew Besl shares his experiences as a Nashville-based working drummer, discussing life lessons on gratitude and forgiveness, his journey from self-taught musician to studio drummer, and insights on relationships and self-discovery.
- Dan Rubin: On Tour w/ Gavin Adcock, From Punk Roots to Country Stages, Experiencing Culture, Embracing Challenges
Dan Rubin details his transition from punk music to touring as a drummer for country artist Gavin Adcock. He shares experiences adapting to the fast-paced demands of tour life, strategies for rapid song learning, and the importance of cont…
- Ryan Beydler: On Tour w/ Maddox Batson, Learning from the Masters, Studio Recording, Violin Roots, Foodie Adventures
Ryan Beydler joins the Nashville Drummers Podcast to share insights from his career, including touring with Maddox Batson, lessons learned from studying with drummers like John "JR" Robinson and Zoro, and experiences within the Nashville m…
- Jordan Arnold: On Tour w/ Noah Hicks, Stick Tricks & Style, Mentors & Endorsements, How to Be a Good Hang
This episode features Jordan Arnold, drummer for Noah Hicks, who shares his experiences from his early days to life on tour. Topics include his musical influences, working with mentors, using Ableton for automation, and advice on becoming…
- Kirby Bland: Professional Traveler, Game Footage, Route 91 Harvest Festival, Day Jobs, Identity & Nashville Community
Kirby Bland, drummer for JD Clayton, shares his experiences as a professional traveler and his journey in the Nashville music scene. The episode covers his early days, balancing day jobs, live performances, the impact of the Route 91 Harve…
- Donnie Marple: Drum-Off Champion, Drum Solo Mastery, On Tour w/ Lee Brice, Staying Present, Family & Personal Growth
Donnie Marple, drummer for Lee Brice and 2007 Guitar Center Drum-Off Champion, shares his journey from early beginnings to national competitions and performing at the Buddy Rich Memorial Concert. He discusses balancing his demanding career…
- LIVE from the Music City Drum Show 2025
This episode features interviews with attendees and exhibitors from the Music City Drum Show 2025. The show took place on July 19th and 20th, 2025.
- Jay Weinberg: A Life in Creativity | On Tour w/ Suicidal Tendencies, Artistry & Perfectionism, Nashville Community & Charity Work, Brand Collaborations
Drummer Jay Weinberg discusses his career, including his work with Suicidal Tendencies and Slipknot, his visual art, and his involvement with Best Buddies of Tennessee. The episode covers his experiences on tour, including supporting Metal…
- Jordan Perlson: The Art of Communication, Mastering Versatility, Fitness for Drummers, Drum Lessons & Home Recording
Drummer Jordan Perlson discusses his versatile career, fitness for drummers, balancing family and career, and his experience in education and recording. The episode includes insights from his work with various artists and his approach to s…
- Andrew Nesbitt: Body Awareness, Crafting Your Sound, Breaking into Broadway, Navigating the Music Industry
Drummer Andrew Nesbitt discusses his career path, including his time at Berklee, moving to NYC and Nashville, and crafting custom percussion accessories. He also shares insights on breaking into the Broadway music scene and navigating the…
- Branndon Center: Behind the Lens | Video Content at Meinl Cymbals, Nashville's Metal Scene, Developing Groove and Feel, the Future of Music, Gardening Tomatoes
Drummer and videographer Branndon Center discusses his role at Meinl Cymbals, the future of music with AI, and the Nashville music scene. He also shares insights on drum education, his experience in drum corps, and his current band Yugen.
- Brian Russell Collins: Beating Cancer & Overcoming Loss, Community through Charity, Meeting Huey Lewis, Jelly Roll Arena Tour
This episode features Brian Russell Collins discussing his journey through multiple cancer battles and personal loss, his experiences opening for Jelly Roll, meeting Huey Lewis, and advocating for charity and community support.
- Matt Nolan: Drummer for Lainey Wilson, From New Orleans Jazz to Country's Biggest Stages, Sobriety and Mental Health, Studio Recording, The Importance of Listening
Matt Nolan joins the Nashville Drummers Podcast to discuss his career, including his role as Lainey Wilson's drummer since 2020. He shares insights on his transition from New Orleans Jazz to country music, performing on big stages, touring…
- Raven Pfeiffer: On Tour w/ Girl Named Tom, Choosing the Right Gigs, Mastering Ableton, Living Healthy & Landing Endorsements
Raven Pfeiffer shares insights on her career, including touring with Girl Named Tom, mastering Ableton, and her personal health journey. The conversation covers musical influences, landing endorsements, and the importance of choosing gigs…
- Grace Goodman: Belmont Grad to Touring Drummer, Supporting Women in Music, Nashville Indie Rock, Professionalism & Showmanship
Grace Goodman, a Belmont graduate and Nashville-based drummer, shares her experiences transitioning into professional touring for indie rock artists like Odie Leigh. The episode covers her insights on drumming techniques, inclusivity in mu…
- Ethan Harb (2025 Interview): Viral Bonk Fame, On Tour w/ Trey Lewis, Camaraderie, Consistency, & Personal Loss
Ethan Harb returns to the Nashville Drummers Podcast to discuss his viral social media fame, including his popular "How to Get Fired from a Gig" series. He shares insights on building a social media presence, securing a touring gig with Tr…
- Aaron Chase: Lost Stars, Building Community, Recording & Content Creation, Taking Risks, Mental Health Challenges
Aaron Chase, drummer for Lost Stars, shares his experiences moving to Nashville, content creation, and overcoming mental health challenges. He also discusses fostering community through his
- Cody Ash: Drummer for Jelly Roll, Metalcore to Country, Chasing Your Dreams, Art of the Drum Solo, Competitive Mindsets
Cody Ash shares his musical journey, from metalcore bands to drumming for Jelly Roll, and discusses his approach to drum solos and the competitive drumming community.
- Joel Mevis: On Tour w/ Filmore, Building Playback Rigs, Mastering Ableton, the Art of Show Preparation, Redesigning Nashville's Airport
Joel Mevis, drummer for Filmore, shares his experiences on tour, building playback rigs, and mastering Ableton. He also discusses show preparation, managing stress, and his unique side roles, including being the voice of Nashville Internat…
- Kyle Law: On Tour w/ Tim Montana, Broadway vs Artist Gigs, Work-Life Balance, Choosing Subs, Microscoping & Learning Complex Parts
Kyle Law joins the Nashville Drummers Podcast to share his experiences touring with Tim Montana, contrasting Broadway and artist gigs, and discussing work-life balance, learning intricate drum parts, and his industry insights.
- Christian Delzoppo: On Tour w/ Knox, Self-Care & Sobriety, How to Network, Practice Routines & Staying Motivated
On the Nashville Drummers Podcast, Christian Delzoppo shares his journey with sobriety, its impact on his drumming passion, and the importance of self-care and genuine connections for networking. The episode covers his influences, practice…
- Stefan Chippeaux: Pro Drum Tech | On Tour w/ Bailey Zimmerman, Resilience, Mastery, & Lifelong Learning
Stefan Chippeaux, drum tech for Bailey Zimmerman, shares his career transition, essential skills for touring drum techs like adaptability and problem-solving, and insights on resilience and mentorship.
- Corey Boise: March to Your Own Beat | Titans Blue Crew Drumline, Nashville Punk Rock, Auditioning for Blue Man Group, Building Mental Resilience
Drummer and educator Corey Boise joins the Nashville Drummers Podcast to share his experiences in the music industry. He discusses his beginnings in Nashville punk, his work with the Titans Blue Crew Drumline, and strategies for building m…
- Garrett Tyler: For King & Country, Drum Corps Legacy, Versatile Artistry, the Strength of Relationships & Collaboration
Garrett Tyler shares his musical journey, including his time with the Blue Devils Drum & Bugle Corps and his current role with For King & Country. The conversation covers his influences, collaborations, solo album "New Normal," and reflect…
- Tyler Bronson Smith: Finding Your Sound, Nashville’s Evolving Scene, Embracing Versatility & the Importance of Listening
Tyler Bronson Smith joins the Nashville Drummers Podcast to share insights from his drumming career. The discussion covers his journey from North Carolina to Nashville, the evolving music scene, and advice on developing a unique sound thro…
- 2024 Music City Drum Show (LIVE from the Booth)
This episode features live interviews from the 2024 Music City Drum Show, including conversations with John Crocken, Vladimir Gutsman, Rich LeRoy, Sean Andres, Reagan Kimsey, Gavin Gillette, Liz Ficalora, Dr. Shayan Ghaffari, Sam Roberson,…
- Molly Rose: From TikTok to Tour | Social Media Stardom, Touring w/ Upchurch, Self-Identity & Country Music, How to Land Endorsements
Molly Rose shares her experience as a drummer, including her journey to Nashville, success on TikTok, and touring with Upchurch. She also offers advice for aspiring musicians on building industry relationships.
- Lou Vecchio: On Tour w/ Alexandra Kay | How to Nail the Audition, NY Pop-Rock Roots, Social Media for the Modern Musician, Recording as a Live Band
Drummer Lou Vecchio shares insights on his career, including touring with Alexandra Kay, moving from New York's rock scene to Nashville, and the importance of social media for modern musicians. The episode covers his audition experiences,…
- Chris Rayner: Living the Dream - From RVs to Drums | Horizontal Integration, Touring w/ Clayton Mullen, Nashville Sessions & Drum Covers
Chris Rayner shares his 17-year path to becoming a touring drummer for Clayton Mullen, detailing how a mobile RV business opened music industry doors, his initial Nashville session, and the importance of networking.
- MJ Milam: Dancing & Drumming | On Tour w/ Lauren Watkins, Building a Band, How to Be More Efficient On Stage
MJ Milam shares his transition from dancing to professional drumming, highlighting how his performance background influences his playing. He discusses his current tour with Lauren Watkins and offers insights into becoming more efficient on…
- Eric Pritchard: Drumming for Megan Moroney, Cracker Barrel, Playing for Television, Mental Health & Mentorship
Eric Pritchard, drummer for Megan Moroney, shares his journey from high school to Nashville, his experiences playing for television, and the importance of mentorship and mental health.
- Devin Attard: Country Goes Metal | Drumming for Austin Snell, Practice, Patience, Persistence, Social Media, Endorsements, & Living to Inspire
Devin Attard, a 24-year-old drummer from Detroit, shares his experiences in Nashville, including touring with Austin Snell and his unique approach to drumming that merges country music with metal energy. He emphasizes the significance of p…
- Alec Parrish: How to Land Bigger Gigs | Ableton & Tracks, Relationships Over Auditions, Being Prepared, Coffee & Tattoos
Alec Parrish, a Nashville-based drummer and music director, shares insights on securing larger performance opportunities, utilizing Ableton and music tracks, and prioritizing professional relationships for career success. He also touches o…
- Beau Kuther: Drumming for Smallpools | Growing up in the MySpace Era, Being an Indie Band in 2024, Creating Memorable Live Shows
Beau Kuther, drummer for the indie band Smallpools, shares his experiences growing up in the MySpace era and discusses the realities of being an independent band in 2024. The episode covers songwriting, the challenges of releasing music to…
- Garden Groove Nashville: Building a Home Studio, Working with Good People, How to Get Clients, Creativity & Community
The Nashville Drummers Podcast features Garden Groove Nashville, a new space for musicians focused on building a home studio, working with others, finding clients, and fostering creativity within the music community. The episode highlights…
- Luke Sumner: Being a Pro the Right Way | Growing up in Nashville, Worship Drumming, Identity, Recording, & Staying Motivated
Luke Sumner discusses his experiences as a professional drummer raised in Nashville, covering topics like worship drumming, identity, recording, and maintaining motivation in the music industry.
- Lemuel Hayes: Know Enough to Be Dangerous | Overcoming Injury, Getting Gigs, Social Media & Photography
This episode features a 2-hour conversation with Nashville drummer Lemuel Hayes, discussing his experiences in the music industry, including overcoming a serious arm injury, tour managing, and his passion for photography. Hayes also shares…
- Tim Miller: Toone Towels | Starting a Business, Production & Engineering, Careers in the Music Industry, & Why You Should Go to College
Tim Miller, a Nashville-based recording engineer, producer, and musician, shares his experiences starting Toone Towels, his career in the music industry, and the importance of his education at Belmont University.
- Neal Yakopin: Drumming for Nate Smith | TourLaunch LLC, Adapting to the Music Industry's TikTok Era
Neal Yakopin, a Nashville-based drummer currently touring with Nate Smith, shares insights on his live performance approach, entrepreneurship with TourLaunch LLC, and navigating the current music industry landscape influenced by TikTok. Th…
- Vincent Williams: Living with Integrity | On Tour with Phillip Phillips, the Right Way to Learn Songs, & Gamer Habits
Vincent Williams, a Nashville drummer who has toured with Phillip Phillips, shares insights on professional musicianship, integrity, and career habits. The interview covers his experiences performing with various artists and producing his…