Drum Channel Podcast

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S2 E53 - Brianna Sig Apr 14, 2023

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Hi everyone, welcome to Drum Channel. I’m Billy Amendola, and joining me at the DC east-coast studio is Brianna Sig of the Philadelphia-based rock band Soraia.

Brianna and the band were in town for a promo tour to support their new single “Bloom,” and Brianna graciously stopped in before soundcheck to chat about being a band member, her early years, and more.

S2 E52 - Brian Tichy Apr 07, 2023

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Billy’s guest on Drum Channel Brian Tichy is one of rock music’s most in-demand-hired guns. Playing drums since he’s eight years old and teaching himself guitar four years later, Tichy went on to attend Berklee College of Music.

Shortly after graduating Brian went on to record and perform with Sass Jordon, Whitesnake, Foreigner, Slash’s Snakepit, Billy Idol, and front his own project BALL, in which he sang played and recorded every instrument on the album.

He has written music for television and film, and has been a rotating member of the Dead Dasies as well as running the famous “Bonzo Bash” shows at NAMM.

Tichy became a speed bag enthusiast while on tour with Foreigner and quickly got with some of the best speed baggers around to learn and increase his own skills. During the 2009–10 tour with Foreigner, Tichy hung several speed bag wall units inside the bands equipment truck and created the infamous "Speed Bag Truck.”

Let’s listen in. Enjoy!

S2 E51 - Stanton Moore Mar 31, 2023

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Hi everyone! This week the Drum Channel Podcast features Stanton Moore.

The New Orleans native and founding member of the band Galactic visited Billy Amendola at DC’s east coast studio to chat with his long-time buddy about drums and drumming, how he survived the pandemic, building a business team, and the famous New Orleans music venue Tipitina and more. Happy listening!

S2 E50 - Daniel Glass & Jason Gianni Mar 24, 2023

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Hello everyone! Welcome to Drum Channel. I’m Billy Amendola, and my guests in this segment are notable, versatile players and educators. Please welcome two of the finest Daniel Glass and Jason Gianni.

We talk to Daniel about his early days, his band Royal Crown Revue, his trio, and more.

Jason, a long time teacher and session musician tells us about his television and radio recordings, the Collective in NYC and so much more.

Welcome Daniel Glass & Jason Gianni to Drum Channel. Enjoy!

S2 E49 - Corky Laing Mar 17, 2023

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Our guest today Corky Laing recently celebrated his seventy-fifth birthday on January 26th, 2023. The Canadian drummer is not slowing down; he’s actively busy recording and performing all over the world.

Never resting on his laurels, Laing never stopped playing, and to this day, he continues to front his new band, record and write a new album, “Finnish Sessions,” and squeeze in live performances.

Corky will always be known as a member of the 70s superstar-legendary band Mountain, which also featured guitar God Leslie West and bassist and producer Felix Papalardi. The band's hit “Mississippi Queen” (co-written by Laing) is one of the most popular songs in the history of rock music. Everyone knows it from the cowbell count-in and Leslie’s guitar riff that no one has ever forgotten.

Listen in as we discuss not only Mountain but also West, Bruce & Laing” (yes, that Jack Bruce, from Cream). We discussed the new album with his new band from Finland, where Corky has been living, traveling back and forth from there to Long Island, to Canada to NYC.

I’ve known Corky for over thirty years, and I will tell you, his energy is uplifting, and he’s enjoying a fantastic ride into his upper years.

Fans of Mountain and anyone who digs big powerful drums and hooky guitar riffs will enjoy his latest album. There are even a few ballads and guest appearances.

Thanks for listening and supporting Drum Channel. See you next week!

S2 E48 - Michael McDermott Mar 10, 2023

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Hello, my friends; welcome to Drum Channel. Billy A. here with my guest Joan Jett’s Michael McDermott. In 2022, Mike was part of the most successful arena tour we’ve seen the likes of in years. We also discuss his previous band, The Bouncing Souls, and how becoming a Blackheart emerged. McDermott and Jett are currently back out on the road sharing a tour with Bryan Adams. Let’s listen in. Enjoy!

S2 E47 - Tucker Rule Mar 03, 2023

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Hello everyone, welcome to the Drum Channel Podcast! I’m Billy Amendola and my guest is Tucker Rule.

You may know Tucker from the hard-rock-emo-band Thursday, formed in 1997 in New Jersey.

The band has been considered an influence on the music scene in the 2000s, and is credited as forerunners of the emo/screaming vocal sound.

But, that was then and this is now and Tucker's new project L.S. Dunes is a mix of a who's who of friends from popular bands.

L.S. Dunes debut album, Past Lives was released in November 2022, has generated three singles. Also, joining Tucker is his bass-player Tim Payne from Thursday. So, trust me when I say “the rhythm section is solid.”

We talk about the new album, gear, touring, what’s next and more.

Let’s listen in and welcome Tucker Rule to Drum Channel.

S2 E46 - Paul Antonell Feb 24, 2023

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Hello everyone, welcome to Billy’s Bubble on Drum Channel. For this segment, we're going to talk with Clubhouse Studio Owner, Paul Antonell.

Paul, no stranger to the studio, found his passion for recording at sixteen years old and has gone on to work with Parliament-Funkadelic, Shawn Mendes, Post Malone, and Natalie Merchant, to name a few.

Paul built his state-of-the- art-studio on isolated historic farm grounds a few miles outside of Rhinebeck, NY. The renovated barn has a full kitchen and five suites connected directly to the studio. It sounds like a musician’s perfect vacation spot. The list of drummers who’ve recorded there is a list of who’s who of superstars.

We also have Clubhouse in-house engineer Mark Everton Gray joining us. Mark partnered with Paul and the studio in 2022 and has engineered/recorded hundreds of projects throughout his career. A few include Norah Jones, Lady Gaga, Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson, Maroon 5, The Killers, and Imagine Dragons.

Also joining us is Ace Frehley recording and touring drummer Matt Starr as well as legendary drum-tech, and drum maker Jeff Ocheltree. (joining us by phone)

Matt recently recorded at the Clubhouse for the first time with Jeff as his drum tech and has been raving about it ever since.

There’s something for everyone to learn from each of these experts in this segment; from running and owning a studio, to engineering, to drum-teching, and playing. Let’s listen in! Enjoy!

S2 E45 - Mike Reid Feb 17, 2023

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Hi everyone! Billy Amendola and my guest today on Drum Channel east is still feeling the excitement of his past gig less than a week ago. His phone and messages have been blowing up with congratulations and show of support non-stop and we’re excited he found the time to fill us in on what it was like to play the 2023 Super Bowl Half-Time Performance with Rihanna. We talk about his set-up, gear, and keeping emotions in check under a high-pressure gig. We also go back to his beginnings and what led him to this point in his career. A few of the artists Mike has toured and performed with besides Rihanna include, Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Arianna Grande, Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato, Smokey Robinson, Alicia Keys, Eminem and Pharrell Williams to name a few. Reid has also performed in the house band at the BET Awards, Soul Train Awards, and the Oscars. Let’s welcome Mike Reid to Drum Channel. Enjoy!

S2 E44 - Dan LeRoy Feb 10, 2023

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Hi everyone! Welcome to Drum Channel! I’m Billy Amendola, and my guest Dan LeRoy, has written what I would say is the most definitive book on the history of the drum machine and its importance to songwriting and musicians, and how that sound became acceptable to become the music heard around the world.

In this segment, we’ll discuss his book “DANCING TO THE DRUM MACHINE“ (How Electronic Percussion Conquered The World).

Dan dug deep with research, and the results are astounding! The book includes everyone from the inventors to the builders to the engineers, producers, songwriters, and musicians who made it the most popular sound since the late 60s till today. I highly recommend this book in your music library.

Thanks everyone for listening, I appreciate you all very much for your support. Billy Amendola and I’ll see you next time.

Let’s welcome Dan LeRoy to Drum Channel. Enjoy!

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