Best Drummer Motivation Podcasts (2025)

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SPECIAL EPISODE: "WHAT'S UP!" - Robert's New Compilation Album Featuring 10 Of His Recently Released Singles. Instrumentals And Vocals; Jazz, Rock, Pop And Fusion! 9:21

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THIS SPECIAL EPISODE introduces “WHAT’S UP!”, my new compilation album featuring 10 of my recent singles. The songs run the gamut from instrumentals to a few vocals, and they cross genres from Jazz to Rock to Pop and Fusion. This episode features excerpts from the songs. “Rough Rider” captures a cool, 1960s, Spaghetti Western kind of vibe. You can …

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Encore Presentation: Steve Gadd - Drummer To The Stars. Played And/Or Toured With James Taylor, Paul Simon, Eric Clapton, Chick Corea, Sinatra, Pavarotti. Recordings Include "Aja", "50 Ways To Leave Your ... 34:50

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This is an Encore Presentation of my July 2024 interview with Steve Gadd, World Class Drummer who has played and/or toured with a Who’s Who of Superstars including James Taylor, Paul Simon, Eric Clapton, Chick Corea, Frank Sinatra and Luciano Pavoratti. He’s played on countless hit records including Paul Simon’s “50 Ways To Leave Your Lover” and “L…

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Larry Romano: From King of Queens to Rock & Roll - A Hollywood Journey :: Ep 230 The Rich Redmond Show 1:28:35

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"Larry Romano: From King of Queens to Rock & Roll - A Hollywood Journey" Join Rich and Jim as they talk with actor, musician, and filmmaker Larry Romano for an epic conversation spanning his incredible career. Highlights include: [0:10:00] - Behind-the-scenes of King of Queens and working with comedy legends [0:25:00] - The making of "Saturday in t…

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Bruce Wolosoff - Acclaimed Pianist And Composer Of Classical, Jazz And Blues. Spans Ballet, Opera, Chamber And Orchestral Music! 37:55

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Bruce Wolosoff is an acclaimed American pianist and composer known for his integration of classical, jazz and blues. He likes to compose in response to visual art. His music has been performed by the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and many others, and his compositions span ballet, opera, chamber and orchestral music. My featured song is my…

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George Meyer - Bluegrass Fiddler And Classical Violinist And Composer. Toured With Sam Bush. Performed At Telluride Bluegrass Festival, 92 St. Y And Other Venues. New Music For US Army Strings! 35:53

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George Meyer is a Nashville born Bluegrass fiddler and classical violinist and composer. He’s equally at home playing classical music and fiddle music. He’s toured with Sam Bush. He’s performed at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, the 92nd St. Y and at many other venues. And he’s got new music upcoming with the U.S. Army Strings. My featured song i…

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Andrew Constantine - Renowned British Classical Conductor. Musical Director Of Fort Wayne Philharmonic And Reading Symphony Orchestra. Conducted Major Orchestras Across Europe And America! 38:23

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Andrew Constantine is a renowned British classical conductor who is celebrated for his powerful artistry and passionate interpretations. He’s the Music Director of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic and the Reading Symphony Orchestra. He has conducted major orchestras across Europe and the United States, including the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Baltimore…

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#445 Thomas E. Taylor: Drummer, Educator, Author and More! 1:24:48

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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.

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"WHAT IF?" - New Beatles Book By David Bedford And Andrew Phillips, Which Discusses Different Scenarios That Could Have Changed Everything! 43:46

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David Bedford and Andrew Phillips are Beatles experts and the authors of “WHAT IF?”, which discusses a number of hypothetical scenarios where The Beatles story could have turned out very differently. Some events would have had minor consequences, but other events could have been catastrophic and changed everything. David hails from Liverpool. He wa…

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Encore Presentation: Joey Dee - '60s Star With Joey Dee And The Starlighters. "The Peppermint Twist". His Band Included Jimi Hendrix, Ronnie Spector, Felix Cavaliere! 42:32

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This is an Encore Presentation of my October 2021 interview with Joey Dee, star of Joey Dee and the Starlighters. Joey wrote and sang “The Peppermint Twist”, a #1 song in 1962 that became part of the worldwide “twist” dance craze phenomenon. He and the band were the house band at The Peppermint Lounge in NYC, where people lined up each night to get…

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Ben Gallaher: From Prison Tours to Viral Sensation - A Country Rock Journey :: Ep 229 The Rich Redmond Show 1:17:34

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Rich and Jim dive deep with rising country rock artist Ben Gallaher. Hear his incredible story of playing concerts in maximum security prisons, breaking free from a record label that didn't understand his sound, and building a unique musical style that's garnered 35 million views online. Highlights: [0:10:00] - Ben's unique journey playing concerts…

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Encore Presentation: Christian McBride - Musical Superstar. World Renowned Bassist, Composer, Arranger. 8x Grammy Winner. Jazz, R&B, Pop, Hip Hop And Classical. Played With Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock ... 39:28

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This is an Encore Presentation of my December 2024 interview with Musical Superstar Christian McBride. He’s a renowned Bassist, Composer, Arranger and 8x Grammy Winner. His playing covers Jazz, R&B, Pop, Hip Hop and Classical. He’s performed or recorded with just about everyone including Freddie Hubbard, McCoy Tyner, Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny, Ch…

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Chase Morrin - Jazz And Classical Pianist, Composer And Educator. Winner Of 10 DownBeat Awards And 4 ASCAP Awards. Nominated For National Korean Music Award! 30:24

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Chase Morrin is a pianist who plays both jazz and classical music. He’s also a composer and educator. He’s the winner of 10 DownBeat Awards and 4 ASCAP awards. He’s performed with artists like John Patitucci. He’s the founder of the Ize Trio. He is a professor at Berklee College of Music. My featured song is “Take Me” from the album PGS 7 by my ban…

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Push Through (Prioritize Drumming + The Golden Rule) 55:30

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On episode one hundred and fifty two of Holy Ghost Notes, Matt and Tim spend a majority of the episode catching up and talking about Tim’s new song and the idea of identity before briefly hitting on their episode “fly-by” topics. In their drum topic- they talk about prioritizing drumming, or rather, prioritizing the right things with the time that …

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Inbal Segev - Virtuoso Cellist. Performances With Helsinki, Dallas, London Orchestras. New Project: I'm Nobody! Who Are You?". Scoring Holocaust Documentary. Chicago's Grant Park Summer Festival! 29:18

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Inbal Segev is a virtuoso Israeli-American cellist. She has been characterized as “a cellist with something to say”. She’s performed with the Helsinki, Dallas and London orchestras among many others. She frequently commissions and champions new works. Her playing can be heard in the 2005 movie “Bee Season” starring Richard Gere and Juliette Binoche…

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#444 Jared Schonig: Drummer, Bandleader, Composer and More! 58:16

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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.

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Eamon McLoughlin - Grammy Nominated British Born Fiddle Player. Member Of The Grand Ole Opry Band. Specializes In Country, Bluegrass And Americana Music. Tours With EmmyLou Harris And Rodney Crowell. Backed ... 35:45

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Eamon McLoughlin is a Grammy Nominated British born fiddle player. He’s a member of the Grand Ole Opry house band. He specializes in Country, Bluegrass and Americana music. He tours with EmmyLou Harris and Rodney Crowell. And he’s backed many artists including Vince Gill, Nina Simone and the Oak Ridge Boys. My featured song is “My Love” from the al…

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Shawn Okpebholo - Grammy Nominated Nigerian-American Classical Composer. Combines Classical Training With His African Heritage. Commissions Include Chicago Symphony And US Air Force! 35:48

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Shawn Okpebholo is a Grammy Nominated Nigerian-American classical composer. He combines his classical training with his African roots. His music has been described as “devastatingly beautiful” and “fresh, new and fearless”. He was named 2024 Chicagoan Of The Year in classical music. He’s won numerous awards. His music has involved themes of Negro S…

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Encore Presentation: Livingston Taylor - Renowned Singer/Songwriter For 50+ Years. Brother Of James and Kate Taylor. Talks About His Family, Joni Mitchell, Carly Simon, Jethro Tull And More! 43:39

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This is an Encore Presentation of my July 2024 interview with Livingston Taylor, renowned singer/songwriter for over 50 years and the brother of James and Kate Taylor. In this interview Liv discusses his family, opening for Joni Mitchell and Jethro Tull, collaborating with Carly Simon and much more. My featured song is “New York City Groove” from t…

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Encore Presentation: Kate Taylor - Female Star Of The Taylor Family (With Brothers James And Livingston). Albums Include "Sister Kate" And "Why Wait" Produced By Peter Asher! 40:17

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This is an Encore Presentation of my January 2023 interview with Kate Taylor, the female star of the Taylor family which includes her brothers James and Livingston. Kate became a star with her 1971 debut album “Sister Kate” produced by Peter Asher. She took time off to raise her two daughters. Her most recent album is called “Why Wait” again produc…

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Andy Peake: A Multi-Decade Music City Master :: Ep 228 The Rich Redmond Show 1:18:54

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Rich and Jim sit down with drummer Andy Peake for an epic conversation exploring Nashville's music scene, featuring insights into drumming, producing, and Peake's solo albums. Highlights include: [0:05] Music City Drum Show Preview [0:20] Peake's musical background and Nashville journey [0:37] Discussion of first Nashville gigs with Nicolette Larso…

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Paul Hanson - World’s Best Jazz Bassoonist! Performed With Béla Fleck, Billy Cobham, Jon Batiste, Wayne Shorter, Jonas Hellborg, Jeff Coffin, Cirque du Soleil And Raze The Maze! 39:37

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Paul Hanson is considered the World’s Best Jazz Bassoonist. He’s played with a Who’s Who including Bela Fleck, Jon Batiste, Wayne Shorter and a number of stars who have been guests on this podcast: Billy Cobham, Peter Erskine, Randy Brecker and Jeff Coffin. He also plays with Raze The Maze, a progressive rock duo, and he plays sax too. My featured …

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Terry Gibbs - Legendary Jazz Vibraphonist. 100 Years Young! Played With Benny Goodman, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Charlie “Bird” Parker, Dizzy Gillespie. 65 Albums. Won 3 Major Jazz Polls! 40:26

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Terry Gibbs is a legendary jazz vibraphonist. He’s 100 years young. He played with most of the greats in jazz music beginning in the Bebop era of the 1940s, including Benny Goodman, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Charlie “Bird” Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. He’s won 3 major jazz polls, and he’s recorded 65 albums, his last when he was 94. My featured song…

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Bruce Hanifan - King Of Reality TV Show Music: Deadliest Catch, Ice Road Truckers, Swamp People, Pawn Stars. Started As Piano Tuner To Stars: Streisand, Dylan, Steely Dan! 32:33

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Bruce Hanifan is the King of Reality TV Show music! His music has shaped some of reality TVs biggest hit shows including Deadliest Catch, Ice Road Truckers, Swamp People and Pawn Stars. He’s written music for films too. And he started out as a piano tuner and technician to stars like Bob Dylan, Barbra Streisand and Steely Dan. My featured song is “…

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#443 Jordan Rose: Drummer for Maggie Rogers, Boop!, Theo Katzman and More! 1:21:32

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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.

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Helen McCookerybook - '70s UK Punk Rock Star With The Chefs And Helen And The Horns. Turned Author: “The Lost Women Of Rock Music” And "She's At The Controls". Now Solo Artist! 34:34

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Helen McCookerybook is a ‘70s UK Punk Rock Star with The Chefs and Helen and the Horns. She became an author of two music-themed books: “The Lost Women Of Rock Music”, about female punk musicians, and “She’s At The Controls”, about women producers and sound engineers. And she’s now a touring solo artist. My featured song is “I Just Want To Love You…

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Robert Pinsky - Rock Star Poet! 3x United States Poet Laureate! Created "Favorite Poem Project". Performed With Bruce Springsteen. Featured On "The Simpsons"! 38:01

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Robert Pinsky is a Rock Star Poet! He’s the 3x United States Poet Laureate. He’s won many awards and was a Pulitzer Prize finalist. As Poet Laureate he created the “Favorite Poem Project” where everyday Americans would select and read poems they admired by the greats including Emily Dickinson and Langston Hughes. He’s performed with Bruce Springste…

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Encore Presentation: "Cousin Brucie" Morrow - MY FIRST GUEST. America's Greatest Air Personality Of The Rock Era From The '60s To Now. He Introduced The Beatles At Shea Stadium! 42:34

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This is an Encore Presentation of my March 2021 interview with MY FIRST GUEST, “Cousin Brucie” Morrow, the greatest radio personality of the Rock Era. He has remained on the air steadily from the ‘60s when he was the lead disc jockey on WABC-AM in New York City. He went on to work at WCBS-FM, Sirius/XM and now back to WABC-AM. He introduced The Bea…

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ENCORE TRIBUTE PRESENTATION: Lou Christie - '60s Star: "Lightning Strikes", "The Gypsy Cried", "Two Faces Have I", "Rhapsody In The Rain" And More! 46:18

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This is an ENCORE TRIBUTE PRESENTATION of my February 2024 interview with the great Lou Christie, who passed away last week at 82. Lou was a Hit Machine in the 1960s with his distinctive falsetto voice and songs like “Lightnin’ Strikes” (a #1 smash), “The Gypsy Cried”, “Two Faces Have I”, “Rhapsody In The Rain”, and More. He was featured in Dick Cl…

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Reigniting In-Person Studio Sessions and the American Dream: Elton Charles Unplugged :: Ep 227 The Rich Redmond Show 1:48:19

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Join Rich and Jim as they dive deep with drummer, engineer, and studio owner Elton Charles. From his immigrant parents' success story to navigating the Nashville music scene, Elton shares insights into his musical journey. Timed Highlights: [0:10] - Elton's backstory and move to Nashville [0:25] - Discussion of Berkeley College of Music and career …

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Eric Silberger - Virtuoso Violinist. Winner Of Tchaikovsky Competition. Soloist, Recitalist And Chamber Musician. Has Performed All Over The World Including With Itzhak Perlman. Co-founder of Hawaii Intl ... 34:45

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Eric Silberger is a virtuoso violinist. He’s a winner of the Tchaikovsky Competition. He’s a soloist, recitalist and chamber musician. He’s performed all over the world at the most prestigious venues and festivals, including the London, Mariinsky, San Francisco and St. Petersburg orchestras and with Itzhak Perlman. He’s the co-founder of the Hawaii…

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Paul Strickland - Professional Storyteller And Theatre Artist. Reupholstered Folk Tales, Fairytales For Adults And Future Adults, Tall-Tales And Historical Stories That Never Happened! 27:25

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Paul Strickland is a Professional Storyteller and theater artist. His repertoire consists of over seven hours of stories including reupholstered folk tales, fairy tales for adults and future adults, tall tales and historical stories that never happened. He was featured at the 2023 National Storytelling Festival. He made his Off Broadway debut in “1…

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Sara Gazarek - 2x Grammy Winning Jazz Vocalist. Kurt Elling, Fred Hersch, Larry Goldings, Billy Childs. Founder of Saje, All-Female Vocal Group. Jazz Voice Professor At The Eastman School! 31:03

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Sara Gazarek is a 2x Grammy Winning Jazz Vocalist. She has recorded five albums and done world tours. She has collaborated with luminaries like Kurt Elling, Fred Hersch, Larry Goldings and Billy Childs. She is a founder of Saje, the all-female vocal group. And she is the Jazz Voice Professor at the Eastman School of the University of Rochester. My …

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151: You Can't Tune Cymbals (What Gear Matters + What Motivates You) 1:05:11

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#442 Mike Dawson: Drummer, Author, Educator and More! 1:07:44

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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.

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Mohamed Bouabdallah - Cultural Counselor Of France In The United States And Director of Villa Albertine. Recommendations For The "Arts And Lettres" Award Nominations! 26:15

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As Monty Python used to say: “And now for something completely different.” Mohamed Bouabdallah is a French Diplomat. He is the Cultural Counselor of France in the United States. His job is to promote the arts and education between France and the U.S. And he also is responsible for recommending recipients of the prestigious “Arts and Lettres” awards…

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SPECIAL EPISODE - Turning The Tables: Robert Is Interviewed By Ivor Davis. Renowned Journalist, Investigative Reporter And Author! 32:00

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This is a SPECIAL EPISODE. After 500+ interviews over 4+ years it’s now Robert’s turn to be interviewed. And by none other than Ivor Davis, the renowned Journalist, Investigative Reporter and Author. Over a 60 year career Ivor has covered stories involving music, murder, politics and Hollywood. He traveled with The Beatles on their 1964 American to…

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Encore Presentation: Sharon Isbin - World’s Premier Classical Guitarist. Multiple Grammys. Juilliard And Aspen Music School Guitar Dept. Soloist With Over 200 Orchestras. Collaborations Include Josh Groban ... 44:03

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This is an Encore Presentation of my March 2025 interview with Sharon Isbin, one of the world’s premier classical guitarists and a multiple Grammy winner. She heads the guitar departments at Juilliard and the Aspen Music School. She’s won a boatload of awards and competitions. She studied with Andres Segovia. She’s performed with over 200 orchestra…

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Encore Presentation: JoAnn Falletta - Classical Music Superstar! Music Director Of The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. 1st Female Conductor Of A Major American Orchestra. Released 120+ Albums! 35:23

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This is an Encore Presentation of Robert’s January 2025 interview with Classical Music Superstar JoAnn Falletta. For 25 years JoAnn has been the Music Director and Conductor of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. She was the first female conductor in the United States of a major symphony orchestra. She’s a Juilliard graduate. She studied with Leona…

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FLASHBACK! One of Nashville’s Absolute Masters - Chris McHugh's Musical Journey :: Ep 227 The Rich Redmond Show 1:14:38

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In this throwback episode from the early days of the Rich Redmond Show, Rich and Jim dive deep into the world of all things Chris McHugh! Chris's incredible career spans contemporary Christian music, country, and beyond. From Nashville's early days to modern recording techniques, this episode offers an intimate look at a legendary session drummer's…

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Gilad Cohen - Acclaimed Composer, Performer And Theorist In Concert Music, Rock And Theater. His Music Was Performed In Over 40 Concerts Around The World. Pink Floyd SuperFan! 33:54

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Gilad Cohen is an acclaimed composer, performer and theorist in concert music, rock and theater. He plays piano, bass guitar and guitar. In the last year alone his music has been performed in over 40 concerts around the world including in France, Spain, Austria, Lithuania, Canada, Japan and the U.S. He’s won multiple competitions. And he’s a Pink F…

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Ksenija Komljenović - Celebrated Serbian Percussionist And Professor. International Percussion Competition Winner. Performances In Europe, Asia, U.S. Co-Founder Of Vesna Duo! 36:45

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Ksenija Komljenović is a celebrated Serbian percussionist and professor. She was the first woman in Serbia to earn a doctorate in percussion, and she currently is the percussion department chair at the University of North Carolina. She won the International Percussion Competition in Luxembourg and she has performed across Europe, Asia and the U.S. …

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Woody Platt - Grammy Winning Guitarist And Vocalist With The Steep Canyon Rangers, The Celebrated Contemporary Bluegrass Band. Collaborator With Steve Martin. Solo Artist: "Beautiful War"! 30:54

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Woody Platt is a Grammy Winning guitarist and singer and a founding member of the Steep Canyon Rangers, the celebrated contemporary bluegrass band. They have collaborated with comedian and banjo player Steve Martin. Now a solo performer, Woody’s song, “One Last Goodbye”, co-written with Barry Bales, was the most played bluegrass song in 2022. His n…

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#441 Joshua Vonderheide: Percussionist, Educator, Founder of The Percussion Conservatory & More! 1:32:06

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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.

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Allison Bumsted - Teen Magazine Queen And Beatles SuperFan! Author Of "TeenSet, Teen Fan Magazines, and Rock Journalism: Don't Let the Name Fool You". Masters Degree In The Beatles. Professor! 30:39

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Allison Bumsted is a Teen Magazine Queen and a Beatles SuperFan! On the teen magazine side she’s the author of the book “TeenSet, Teen Fan Magazines, and Rock Journalism: Don’t Let The Name Fool You”. And on the Beatles side she’s written about fandom and the Beatles. She has a Masters Degree in the Beatles. And she even went to live in Liverpool, …

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ROBERT'S NEW SINGLE - "THE CUT OF THE KNIFE". Homage To The Dave Brubeck Quartet And Their Hit "Take Five". Ft. Kerry Marx Of The Grand Ole Opry Band On Solo Guitar. Called "Elegant", "Beautiful" And ... 8:48

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This SPECIAL EPISODE introduces my new single “THE CUT OF THE KNIFE”. It’s the last of the four new singles that I’ve released monthly beginning in March. The first was “Rough Rider”, the second was “Moon Shot”, and the third was “Day At The Races”. I wrote “The Cut Of The Knife as a kind of homage to Dave Brubeck, the revered American jazz pianist…