Sarah Hagan Backstage

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Sarah Hagan Backstage with Joe Saylor Apr 26, 2022

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Joe Saylor is the drummer on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and with Jon Batiste, and he has been dubbed the Jazz Cowboy for his signature cowboy hat look. Today we are going to talk about the amazing jazz scene in New York City, getting the Late Show gig, making it through the pandemic, and what is on the horizon. Come along with me as I catch up with Joe Saylor.

Joe's Instagram: Joe Saylor (@joesaylor) • Instagram photos and videos

The Jazz Cowboy Clip: Jazz Cowboy: Cyber - Coming Soon To CBS - YouTube

A Joe Saylor Drum Solo: (5) Drum Solo (Full Version) by Joe Saylor at Dizzy's Club - YouTube

Joe in a Zildjian commercial: The Zildjian A Avedis Collection - YouTube

Sarah Hagan Backstage with Stephen Perkins Apr 19, 2022

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Stephen Perkins is known as the drummer of Janes Addiction and Porno for Pyros, as well as Think X, MC5, Halloween Jack, and quite a few others, but did you know that he has his own record label, hosts a talk show, and has played drums and percussion on a whole host of other songs- like he played Steel Drums on No Doubts Spiderwebs?? We are going to talk about all of these things, and also go way deep on creativity and inspiration, and the music industry in general, so come along with me as I catch up with Stephen Perkins.

Follow Stephen on Instagram: Official Stephen Perkins (@stephenperkinsdrummer) • Instagram photos and videos

Jane's Addiction Website: Jane's Addiction - Official Site (janesaddiction.com)

AEIR Video: AEIR - SMOKE 'EM IF YOU GOT 'EM (Official Video) - YouTube

Sarah Hagan Backstage with Graham Hopkins Apr 12, 2022

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Graham Hopkins is a well-respected drummer from Ireland known for his diverse styles of playing and his big drum sounds. Graham made the transition from mainly touring to mainly studio drumming over the past few years, and we are going to talk about that change, how he got his start in drumming, and about meeting his heroes. So come along with me as I catch up with Graham Hopkins.

Graham's Website: https://grahamhopkinsdrummer.com

Graham's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graham_hopkins/?hl=en

Graham playing "Dreams" with Delores O'Riordan: https://youtu.be/S6yioBoX8p0

Sarah Hagan Backstage with Josh Harmon Apr 05, 2022

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Josh Harmon has gone viral over and over on social media for his incredible percussion performance art videos making sound effects for movie and TV clips, and his Rhythms of Comedy videos, which point out the rhythm inherent in great comedy acts. Today we are going to talk about how this all came about, go deep into Josh’s creative thought process, and hear how viral success has affected his life. So come along with me as I catch up with Josh Harmon.

Follow Josh on Instagram: Josh Harmon | Drums & Comedy (@josh_harmon_) • Instagram photos and videos

Follow Josh on TikTok: Josh Harmon (@joshplaysdrums) TikTok | Watch Josh Harmon's Newest TikTok Videos

Follow Josh on Youtube: Josh Harmon - YouTube

Sarah Hagan Backstage with Paul Francis Mar 29, 2022

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Paul Francis is a true master at his craft. Not only is Paul known as one of the world’s greatest cymbal makers, but he is also one of my closest friends! Today we are going to talk about Paul's newest venture- making and modifying cymbals under his Cymbal Craftsman brand. We will also go way back with Paul and talk about the moment he fell in love with the drums and his defining experiences throughout the years. Get ready for some fun stories and insight into the world of Paul Francis!

Follow Paul on Instagram: Paul Francis (@cymbalcraftsman) • Instagram photos and videos

Reach Paul at: paul@cymbalcraftsman.com

Paul's reading suggestions- "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho, and anything by David McCullough

Sarah Hagan Backstage with Joy Williams Mar 22, 2022

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Joy Williams is best known as the drummer for musical superstar Beyoncé, but she is also an esteemed musical director, she has her own music out, she is a member of the Recording Academy, and she is an actress! We are going to talk about all of these fun things today, as well as how things have been for Joy over the last two year, and what she is up to into the future. Come along with me as I catch up with Joy Williams!

Follow Joy on Instagram: Venzella Joy (Baby OG) (@joythedrummer) • Instagram photos and videos

Joy's Website: Venzella Joy | Los Angeles, CA | Home

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Joy's Reading Suggestions:

Robert Greene ("The Laws of Human Nature"): https://powerseductionandwar.com/

Marianne Williamson ("The Law of Divine Compensation"): https://marianne.com/

Sarah Hagan Backstage with Simon Phillips Mar 15, 2022

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Simon Phillips is a Grammy nominated legend of a drummer and recording engineer who has played with an incredible array of musicians and groups such as The Who, Jimmy Page, Mick Jagger, Toto, Jeff Beck, Tears for Fears, Judas Priest, Stanley Clarke, Frank Zappa, and many, many more. I am going to talk to Simon today about start in music, his incredible ability to play so many genres to the highest level, and his need for the sound to be just right for every different situation. We will also discuss his latest album with his band Protocol and talk about what he has coming up! Come along with me as I catch up with Simon Phillips.

Simon's Website: Simon Phillips - Drummer & Producer | Official Website (simon-phillips.com)

Follow Simon on Instagram: Simon Phillips (@simonphillipsofficial) • Instagram photos and videos

Simon's Music: Music | Simon Phillips (simon-phillips.com)

Sarah Hagan Backstage with Adam Topol Mar 08, 2022

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Welcome to Sarah Hagan Backstage. My guest today Adam Topol is best known as the drummer for Jack Johnson but he has also created some amazing music on his own as a singer-songwriter and guitar player, and as a percussionist. We are going dive into how the past two years have been for Adam, what he has been up to, and what he has going on for the future. Come along with me as I catch up with Adam Topol!

Adam's Website: Adam Topol

Follow Adam on Instagram: Adam Topol (@topeywan) • Instagram photos and videos

Tour dates with Jack Johnson: Summer Tour 2022 : Jack Johnson Music

Sarah Hagan Backstage with Jean Dolabella Mar 01, 2022

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My guest today Jean Dolabella is a multi-instrumentalist from Brazil who is best known for his time on drums with Sepultura, and now his band Ego Kill Talent, where he plays drums and guitar. We will talk about where things were at for Jean and Ego Kill Talent before the pandemic, how the past two years have changed his life, and what great things are in store coming up very soon. Come along with me as I catch up with Jean Dolabella.

Follow Jean on Instagram: Jean Dolabella (@jeandolabella) • Instagram photos and videos

Ego Kill Talent Website: EGO KILL TALENT Official Website

Family Mob Studio: Recording studio in SP | Family Mob | São Paulo, Brazil

Sarah Hagan Backstage with Pete Lockett Feb 22, 2022

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Pete Lockett is a world-renowned percussionist who has played with dozens of the world’s top musicians such as Björk, Peter Gabriel, Robert Plant, Dido, Bill Bruford, Jeff Beck, Ustad Zakir Hussain, Nelly Furtado, Dave Weckl, Thomas Lang, Winehouse, A R Rahman, to name a few! Pete arranges and records music for movie soundtracks, has published books with more on the way, creates instruments, and has a percussion app! We will talk about all of these things and more today so come along with me as I catch up with Pete Lockett.

Pete’s Website: PETE LOCKETT - Official website

Pete’s Music on Bandcamp: Music | PETE LOCKETT (bandcamp.com)

Lockett-Vettese Livestream: Lockett-Vettese Band

Pete's Instructional Books from Hudson Music: Pete Lockett – Hudson Music