Ep. 760 – From Bonham to Buddha and Back with Clementine Moss
Release Date: 05/12/2025
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info_outline“Through drumming I found my voice in many different ways.” – Clementine Moss
Today’s featured author is a wife, musician, spiritual counselor, nondenominational minister, Vipassana meditator, and the founder of Led Zeppelin tribute band Zepparella, Clementine Moss. Clementine and I talk about her book, “From Bonham to Buddha and Back: The Slow Enlightenment of the Hard Rock Drummer”, how music can play a big role in your personal transformation, and more from the Shaman of Citrus!
Key Things You’ll Learn:
How drumming and meditation are interconnected
What led to Clem starting her Led Zeppelin tribute band, Zepparella
The importance of setting boundaries and reclaiming personal power through spiritual counseling
What was Clem’s biggest setback that set her up for success
Why trust is integral to communicating with love
Clem’s Site: http://www.clemthegreat.com/
Clem’s Book: https://a.co/d/18idFQo
Zepparella’s Site: https://www.zepparella.com/
The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/
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