Discussions in Percussion

#471 Dr. Vivienne Shippy: Percussionist, Educator, and More! Jan 14, 2026

Damon gets to talk to Vivienne about the gulf coast, her Metaphor Percussion Duo, being the CA Chapter President for the Percussive Arts Society, percussion reptertoire and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

#470 Malcolm Jackson: Percussionist, Educator, Composer, Producer and More! Jan 07, 2026

Damon gets to talk to Malcolm about performing at PASIC 50 with M'Boom, Houston, nicknames, psychology and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#469 Tony Miceli: Vibraphonist, Educator, and More! Dec 31, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Tony about the World Vibes Congress, teaching, life adventures, the vibraphone and much more! There's also segments like iconic recordings, music news and others.

#468 Heather Thorn: Xylophonist, Educator, and More! Dec 24, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Heather about her PASIC 50 clinic, musical adventures with her band, Canada, the xylophone and its history and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#467 Thom Hannum: Hall of Fame Educator, Arranger, Author, and More! Dec 17, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Thom about his adventures post Umass retirement. They talk about the Pearl Education Team, writing, perfect scores, family and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

#466 PASIC Recap Part 3: Feat. Mike Compitello, Mark Reilly, John H. Beck, John R. Beck, & The M'Boom Tribute Ensemble!! Dec 10, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Mike, Mark, John, John, and the members of the M'Boom Tribute Ensemble (Joe Chambers, Stefon Harris, Thomas Taylor, Dr. Lamon Lawhorn, Dr. Sean Daniels, Don Parker, Marcia McCants, Donnie Johns and Malcolm Jackson) at PASIC 50. There's also other segments!

#465 PASIC Recap Part 2: Feat. Ivan Llanes, Kassandra Kocoshis, Lenny Kumar & Stefon Harris! Dec 02, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Ivan, Kassandra, Lenny and Stefon at this year's PASIC 50 in the expo hall at the Discussions in Percussion/Drumset Magazine booth. There's also segments like music news and others.

#464 PASIC Recap Part 1: Feat. Dafnis Prieto, Weedie Braimah, Keita Ogawa & Andy Akiho! Nov 26, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Dafnis, Weedie, Keita and Andy at this year's PASIC 50 in the expo hall at the Discussions in Percussion/Drumset Magazine booth. There's also other segments like the educational spotlight and music news.

#463 Jason McGerr: Drummer for Death Cab For Cutie and More! Nov 19, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Jason about Scottish drumming, PASIC, being a band member vs. side person, recording and production, synesthesia, and other life adventures. There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights and music news among others.

#462 App Episode Vol. 2 - With Marcos Torres! Nov 12, 2025

Damon gets to welcome Marcos back to the podcast to talk about various apps you may want to use on your device to navigate through life as a professional musician. There are also some other segments as well.

#461 Dr. Elizabeth DeLamater: Percussionist, Educator, Diversity Alliance Chair, and More! Nov 05, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Elizabeth about long Covid, The Diversity Alliance, PASIC 50 (hosted by the Percussive Arts Society) and much more! There's also segments like educational spotlight, music news and others.

#460 Greg Hersey: Percussionist, Educator, and More! Oct 29, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Greg about Florida, his multi-percussion setup, what he will present at PASIC 50, festivals, degrees, and so much more. There's also other segments like educational spotlights and music news.

#459 Marcia McCants: Percussionist, Educator, Psychologist, and More! Oct 22, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Marcia about her PASIC 50 preview, marimba, psychology, England, dancing, TLC, T-Pain and more! There's also segments like educational spotlights, music news and others.

#458 Dr. Donnie Johns: Percussionist, Educator and More! Oct 15, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Donnie about his DMV Academy, his PASIC 50 preview, Go-Go, the Hollywood Bowl and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news and others.

#457 I-Jen Fang: Percussionist, Soloist, Educator, and More! Oct 08, 2025

Damon gets to talk to I-Jen about Taiwan, teaching, Pasic 50, Mister Rogers, and so much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news, and others.

#456 Liam Teague & Jaden Teague Núñez: TNTeague Steel Pan Duo! Oct 01, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Liam and Jaden about Trinidad & Tobago, Panama, Steel Pan, their PASIC 50 presentation, and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#455 Dan Dorff Jr.: Drummer, Educator, Pianist, and More! Sep 24, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Dan about drumming and piano playing, the Cincinnati Spiders, Stomp, and so much more! There are also segments like gig alerts, music news and others. This episode is sponsored by Black Swamp Percussion.

#454 Dr. Nadia Azar: Educator, Professor of Kinesiology, and More! Sep 17, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Nadia about her #PASIC50 clinic, Alexander technique, avoiding and healing from injuries, Drummer Lab, and much more! There's also segments like music news and others.

#453 Dr. Erin Walker Bliss: Percussionist, Educator, Non-Profit Director and More! Sep 09, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Erin about her #PASIC50 presentation with the Percussive Arts Society, shoes, college basketball, xylophone, Scottish drumming, doctorates, grant writing, and much more! There's also segments like music news and others.

#452 Matthew O'Connor: Percussionist for Rod Stewart, Drummer, and More! Sep 03, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Matthew about Kansas City, Rod Stewart, Social Media, teching, and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlight, music news and others!

#451 Nick Costa: Drummer, Educator, Clinician and More! Aug 26, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Nick about his #PASIC50 preview, some of his certifications, the Alexander technique, endorsements and more. There's also segments like gig alerts and music news among others.

#450 Joshua Simonds: Executive Director for the Percussive Arts Society "For (PASIC) 50" Aug 20, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Joshua about how to prep for PASIC 50, the new Percussive Arts Society partnership, his trip to Washington D.C., how PASIC changed his life and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others!

#450 Joshua Simonds: Executive Director for the Percussive Arts Society "For (PASIC) 50" Aug 20, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Joshua about how to prep for PASIC 50, the new Percussive Arts Society partnership, his trip to Washington D.C., how PASIC changed his life and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others!

#449 Dr. Don Parker: Percussionist, Drummer, Educator, and More! Aug 13, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Don about his life adventures, some of his educational philosophies, ABOP, M'Boom, Washington D.C. and much more! There's also other segments too!

#448 Wayne Salzmann II: Drummer, Educator, Author, and More! Aug 06, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Wayne about his PASIC clinic, soloing, his new book, Texas, Wisconsin and much more! There's also other segments like gig alerts and music news.

#447 Aaron Steele: Drummer, Producer, and More! Jul 30, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Aaron about NYC, Panama, breakbeats, and more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#446 Terry Gibbs: Drummer, Vibraphonist, Composer, Author and More! Jul 23, 2025

Damon and Pete Zambito get to talk to Terry about many life events over his last 100 years!!! They also talk about his autobiography. Disclaimer: adult language used and sensitive topics discussed. There's also other segments like gig alerts and music news.

#445 Thomas E. Taylor: Drummer, Educator, Author and More! Jul 16, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Thomas about his new book, the "Give it to the Drummer" series, PASIC, Hip-Hop and so much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlight, music news and others.

#444 Jared Schonig: Drummer, Bandleader, Composer and More! Jul 09, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Jared about Broadway, moving to NYC, being a husband and dad, diabetes, recording, big band, calendars and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#443 Jordan Rose: Drummer for Maggie Rogers, Boop!, Theo Katzman and More! Jul 01, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Jordan about building a studio, moving, Broadway, touring, home recording, hearing loss, loop libraries and much more! There's also segments like music news, gig alerts, and others.

#442 Mike Dawson: Drummer, Author, Educator and More! Jun 25, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Mike about his new book, Drum Factory Direct, podcasting, the PAS snare competition and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#441 Joshua Vonderheide: Percussionist, Educator, Founder of The Percussion Conservatory & More! Jun 18, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Joshua about The Percussion Conservatory, his app, timpani, Marimbafest, pullups, Texas, rapping and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others.

#440 She-e Wu: Percussionist, Educator, Composer, and More! Jun 11, 2025

Damon gets to talk to She-e about education, swimming, sleeping, drumlines, traveling and much more. There are also segments like gig alerts, music news, R.I.P. and others.

#439 Clarice Cast: Multi-Percussionist, Educator, Composer and More! Jun 04, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Clarice about her book, lessons, Brazil, visas, working out, and much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, music news, and others!

#438 Mike Dolbear: Drummer, Educator, Motivator and More! May 27, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Mike about drumming, education, work/family balance, the 2012 Olympics, finances, the Young Drummer of the Year Competition and much more! There are also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#437 Ben Hilzinger: Drummer, Podcaster, Songwriter, Educator and More! May 21, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Ben about his travels, his book and podcast, imposter syndrome, mental health, iconic recordings and much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news and others.

#436 Chien Chien Lu: Percussionist, Educator, Composer and More! May 13, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Chien Chien about her travels, the Ju Percussion group, improvisation, her new album, visas, frames and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#435 Joe Porter: Percussionist, Educator, Content Creator and More! May 07, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Joe about Canada, teaching, Polynesian drumming, endorsements, content creation and more. There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#434 Bendji Allonce: Percussionist, Producer, and More! Apr 30, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Bendji about his upbringing, Canada, Haiti, and the USA. His upbringing, national cereal day, his sample pack, and more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#433 Dr. Pei-Ching Wu: Percussionist, Educator, Author & More! Apr 22, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Pei-Ching about her upbringing, the Ju Percussion Group, playing with six mallets, her radio show and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#432 Davey Chegwidden: Percussionist, Producer, Songwriter and More! Apr 15, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Davey about film scores, Colorado, video games, Los Angeles, composers, Hip Hop and more! There's also segments like gig alerts and music news among others.

#431 Les Cleveland (aka LRCFUNK): Artist, Singer, Drummer, Multi-Instrumentalist, and More! Apr 08, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Les about his upbringing, his family, various gigs, school, how to succeed on the bandstand and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news and others.

#430 Clayton Craddock: Drummer, Podcaster, Educator and More! Apr 02, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Clayton about his upbringing, hip hop, broadway, family, drumline, Ed Greene, Lake Tahoe and more! There's also other segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights and music news.

#429 Amanda Duncan: Percussionist, Educator, and More! Mar 25, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Amanda about her upbringing, steel pan, Pan Rocks, handbells, teaching, Tennis, and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news and others.

#428 Quintin Mallette: Percussionist, Educator, Researcher and More! Mar 18, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Quintin about his performing, teaching philosophies, new music research, coffee, black orchestral musicians and much more! There are also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news and others.

#427 Brian Griffin: Drummer, Composer, Session Musician and More! Mar 12, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Brian about Connecticut, his new album, cruises, Rio, photography, and so much more! There's also segments like music news, gig alerts, and others.

#426 Andy P. Smith: Drummer, Percussionist, Educator, Author, Mentor and More! Mar 05, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Andy about writing, charts, tuning/fixing drums, new music, PAS, his trio and much more! There's also other segments like music news, and educational spotlights.

#425 Marc Anthony Percussion Section: Eric Velez, Jessie Caraballo, Marcos Lopez & Alberto Reyes! Feb 26, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Eric, Jessie, Marcos and Alberto about influences, touring, orchestration, staying sane and much more! There's also other segments too!

#424 Trevor Lawrence Jr.: Drummer, Composer, Inventor and More! Feb 19, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Trevor about the wildfires, PASIC, endorsements, passive income, groove and so much more! There's other segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, and music news.

#423 Iúri Oliveira: Percussionist, Solo Artist, Composer, Educator and More! Feb 12, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Iúri about his new album, release show, synesthesia, tour dates, foley and more. There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#422 Ladies Roundtable 2: Kassandra Kocoshis, Jacquelene Acevedo, Mona Tavakoli, Lilliana De Los Reyes, Kristen Klehr & Nikki Campbell Feb 04, 2025

Damon welcomes back Kassandra, Jacquelene, Mona, Lilliana, Kristen and Nikki. They talk about the wildfires, Kassandra's new 501-C-3, Altadena history, albums, keeping sanity, and more! There's other segments like gig alerts, and music news too!

#421 Joe Bergamini: Drummer, Educator, Author and More! Jan 29, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Joe about his new Billy Cobham book, hearing protection, Dom Famularo, Hudson Music, The Percussive Arts Society and more! There's other segments too, including gig alerts and music news.

#420 Quinton "Q" Robinson: Drummer for Hamilton, Avery Sunshine, Bobby Brown and More! Jan 22, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Q about theater, Miami, sneakers, being well rounded, Abelton, PASIC and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and ways to help fire relief among others.

#419 Bruce Becker: Drummer, Educator, Author and More! Jan 14, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Bruce about his upbringing, teaching, Freddie Gruber, concepts and much more. There are also segments like gig alerts, music news, and ways to assist with the wildfire relief among others.

#418 Dr. Lamon Lawhorn: Drummer, Percussionist, Educator and More! Jan 08, 2025

Damon gets to talk to Lamon about the Percussive Arts Society, gospel drumming history, teaching, Texas and much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news and others.

#417 Kevin Ricard: Percussionist, Composer, Bandleader and More! Dec 31, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Kevin about his new album, his upbringing and musical history, music business, R&B percussionists, multiple income streams, logistics and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others!

#416 Ivan Trevino: Percussionist, Composer, Educator and More! Dec 25, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Ivan about education, his compositions, his upbringing, Texas, songwriting and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news and others.

#415 Jerrod "J-Rod" Sullivan: Drummer for Janet Jackson, Jeffrey Osborne, The 4 Korners and More! Dec 18, 2024

Damon gets to talk to "J-Rod" about his upbringing, balancing different gigs, tuning, Janet Jackson, church, his own band and more. There's also segments like music news, gig alerts and others.

#414 Charley Poole: Drummer, Educator, Adjudicator and More! Dec 11, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Charley about his upbringing, some rudimental drumming history, Boston College, DCI, teaching, and much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news and others.

#413 Kristen Klehr: Percussionist, Vocalist, Educator and More! Dec 03, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Kristen after PASIC about her life adventures, job at SFCM, The Den Collective, Scrap Arts, and much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#412 Chris Coleman: Drummer for Prince, Chaka Khan, Beck, New Kids on the Block & More! Nov 27, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Chris about Prince, his family, church, other jobs, and much more. There's also segments like music news, gig alerts and others.

#411 Michael Eagle: Drummer, Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker Educator, and More! Nov 20, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Michael about his musical adventures, as well as some rudimental drumming history, the start and development of his company Rhythm Monster and more. There's also segments like music news and others.

#410 Maurizio Ravalico: Percussionist, Composer, Educator and More! Nov 12, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Maurizio about his new album, his educational course, his travels and some of his gigs among other things. There's also other segments like music news.

#409 Steve Hass: Drummer, Producer, Educator and More! Nov 05, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Steve about his Greek roots, NYC, phone numbers, Berklee, the Drum Squad, gigs, diners and much more! There's also other segments including music news.

#408 Ernesto Marichales: Percussionist, Drummer, Producer and More! Oct 30, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Ernesto about his upcoming tour, his upbringing, being ambidextrous, Venezuela and its music, communications and mass media and more! There's other segments too!

#407 Lalo Davila: Percussionist, Educator, Author and More! Oct 23, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Lalo about Folkloric rhythms, teaching, passive income, getting gigs, his books, fishing and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others!

#406 Dr. Elizabeth DeLamater: Percussionist, Educator, Researcher and More! Oct 16, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Elizabeth about Steel Pans, her upbringing, The Percussive Arts Society, Diversity Alliance, PASIC, education, cheese curds and more! There's segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#405 Dr. Matthew Lau: Percussionist, Educator, Knitter and More! Oct 08, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Matthew about his upbringing, his upcoming PASIC adventures, knitting, his new mallets and so much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#404 Mark Wessels: Educator, Author, and More! Oct 02, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Mark about his books, marketing, Vic Firth, notation software, drum corps and much more! There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#403 Andrew Beall: Drummer, Percussionist, Composer, Orchestrator and More! Sep 25, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Andrew about The Percussion People, Drum Corps, Cordis, composing, contracting, orchestrating, Ohio, Jeopardy and much more! There's also other segments!

#402 Dr. Lynn Vartan: Percussionist, Educator, Podcaster and More! Sep 18, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Lynn about her forthcoming PASIC clinic, looping, potatoes, the Bodhran, various projects and other life adventures. There's also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#401 Mark Schulman: Drummer, Public Speaker, Author, Producer and More! Sep 11, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Mark about recording, hearing loss and protection, public speaking and other life adventures. There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlight, music news and others.

#400 Marcos Torres, Marcos Lopez, Camilo Molina & Paulo Stagnaro: Roundtable! Sep 04, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Marcos Torres, Marcos Lopez, Camilo Molina, and Paulo Stagnaro about the huge loss of Johnny "Dandy" Rodriguez, some different albums, education and more! There's also segments including gig alerts, educational spotlight, music news and others.

#399 Dimitri Fantini: Drummer, Educator, Producer and More! Aug 28, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Dimitri about his educational products and courses, PASIC, musical and life adventures, spices, samples and more! There's also segments like gig alerts, an educational spotlight, music news and others.

#398 Drew Tucker: Percussionist, Educator, Social Entrepreneur and More! Aug 20, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Drew about drum corps, his musical adventures, Michel Camilo, his band, graphic design and more! There's also segments like gig alerts and music news and others.

#397 Sean Statser: Percussionist, Educator, Author, Administrator & More! Aug 13, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Sean about the upcoming gig they're playing together, working at NYU, The Percussion People, other ensembles and musical adventures and more. There's also segments including gig alerts, music news, and others.

#396 Camellia "Cami" Akhamie Kies: Percussionist, Drummer, Songwriter, Educator & More! Aug 07, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Cami about the upcoming Women Who Drum Festival, her travel and musical adventures, hybrid kits, the Navy and much more. There's also segments like gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news and others.

#395 Maria Finkelmeier: Percussionist, Educator, Composer and More! Jul 31, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Maria about MF Dynamics, Club Dynamo, her musical adventures, entrepreneurship and the arts, family-work balance and more. There are also segments like music news, gig alerts and others.

#394 Dr. Chris Hanning: Drummer, Educator, Recording Artist and More! Jul 24, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Chris about PASIC, Westchester University, NFL music, and other musical adventures. There's other segements like gig alerts, music news and more!

#393 Jonathan Haas: Percussionist, Educator, Author and More! Jul 17, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Jonathan about his upbringing, musical adventures, teaching, Frank Zappa, and much more. There are other segments including gig alerts and music news.

#392 Dennis J. Arcano: Drummer, Educator, Music Contractor and More! Jul 10, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Dennis about growing up in Fairfield County CT, subbing, playing on Broadway, programming drums and much more! There's also segments like music news, iconic recording and others.

#391 Stefon Harris: Vibraphonist, Educator, Developer and More! Jul 02, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Stefon about his new teaching gig, new album, his app, empathy, A.I. and more! There are also segments like gig alerts, music news and others.

#390 Mariana Ramirez: Percussionist for Six on Broadway and More! Jun 26, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Mariana about Mexico, her family, musical adventures, starting her percussion ensemble, food and much more! There are also other segments like music news.

#389 Brian Prokop: Drummer, Educator, Session Musician and More! Jun 19, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Brian about his musical adventures, the teaching studio he built, home recording, New Jersey and much more. There are also segments like gig alerts music news and others.

#388 Pete Antunes: Drummer for Tower of Power, Macy Gray, Matthew Morrison and More! Jun 12, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Pete about drum corps, his musical family, his new gig and other musical adventures. There are segments like gig alerts, music news and others as well.

#387 Neal Daniels: Drummer for Matchbox Twenty, Educator, Session Musician and More! Jun 05, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Neal about his upbringing, moving, pastrami, music business, getting gigs, and more. There are segments like music news and others as well.

#386 Ivan Llanes: Percussionist, Band Leader, Vocalist and More! May 28, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Ivan about his new album, the writing process, and accompanying videos as well as his upcoming release party, Timba, balance and more. There are also other segments like music news.

#385 Kyle Crane: Drummer for Madison Cunningham, Scary Pockets, Bandleader, and More! May 22, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Kyle about his musical adventures, real estate, various sports, Whiplash and more. There are other segments too, including music news!

#384 Hal Rosenfeld: Drummer, Percussionist, Composer, Producer and More! May 15, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Hal about PASIC, film scores, Florida, the bodhrán, M&Ms, foley and more. There's other segments as well including music news!

#383 Megumi Smith: Percussionist, Educator, Pianist and More! May 07, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Megumi about percussion, piano, teaching, Orff instruments, YOLA, HOLA, tea ceremonies, kimono dressing and more! There's other segments like music news also!

#382 Roland Garcia: Percussionist, Producer, Songwriter and More! May 01, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Roland about his upbringing, some musical adventures, songwriting, producing, baked goods and more! There's other segments including gig alerts, music news.

#381 Dr. Annie Stevens: Percussionist with Escape Ten, Roanoke Symphony, Professor at Virginia Tech & More! Apr 24, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Annie about the Escape Ten Duo, PASIC, the Roanoke Symphony, scheduling, dance, Spain and more! There's other segments including gig alerts, educational spotlights, music news and others!

#380 Obed Calvaire: Bandleader, Drummer for Jazz at Lincoln Center, Dave Holland & More! Apr 17, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Obed about his new album, his new(ish) gigs, Haitian music, his PAS clinic and many other adventures. There are also other segments including gig alerts, music news and more.

#379 RJ Kelly: Drummer for American Idol, Miguel, Adam Lambert and More! Apr 10, 2024

Damon gets to talk to RJ about his influences, American Idol, musical directors and much more. There are other segments including gig alerts, social soundbytes, music news and more!

#378 Gene Lake: Drummer for Me'shell Ndegeocello, Steve Coleman, Maxwell, and More! Apr 03, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Gene about Broadway, his musical family, various musical adventures and more. There's other segments too, including: gig alerts and music news.

#377 Teddy Campbell: Drummer, Vocalist, Musical Director and More! Mar 27, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Teddy about Chicago, Gospel music, reading, singing, and more! There are also segments including: gig alerts, music news and others.

#376 Aaron T. Smith: Percussionist, Educator, Editor and More! Mar 20, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Aaron about his musical adventures, his luck, teaching, editing articles and much more. There are other segments including educational spotlights and music news.

#375 Raynor Carroll: Percussionist, Educator, Composer & Co-Founder of ABOP! Mar 13, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Raynor about ABOP (Alliance of Black Orchestral Percussionists), the books he's written, orchestras, teaching and many other musical adventures. There are other segments like music news and more!

#374 Everett Bradley: Percussionist/Vocalist for Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, Hall and Oates & More! Mar 05, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Everett about black history, his family, musicals, gig adventures and much more! There's other segments including: R.I.P., gig alerts, and music news.

#373 Brian Dunne: Drummer for Hall and Oates, Chuck Loeb, Session Musician & More Feb 27, 2024

Damon gets to talk to Brian about mutual friends, musical adventures, influences, home recording and more! There's other segments like gig alerts and music news too!

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