LIVE Music by Humans w/Jason Hartless :: Ep 189 The Rich Redmond Show
Release Date: 07/19/2024
Gerald Ware: Drums, Navy, and Life's Rhythms :: Ep 218 The Rich Redmond Show
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Join Rich Redmond as he sits down with Gerald Ware, a multi-talented musician, Navy submarine veteran, and PhD holder. Highlights include: [0:00-0:15] Musical Influences: Gerald shares stories about bassist Joseph "Lucky" Scott [0:20-0:35] Musical Philosophy: Treating songs like relationships [0:45-1:00] Career Journey: From Navy submarine service to architecture and drumming [1:15-1:30] Comedians and Creativity: Discussion of Dave Chappelle and comedy [2:00-2:15] Drumming Insights: The importance of musical feel over technical speed [2:30-2:45] Personal Life: 25 years of marriage and raising...
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Laying it Down for Lainey Wilson - Matt Nolan's Journey from Van Tours to the Big Stage
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Join Rich Redmond and Jim McCarthy as they dive deep with Matt Nolan, Lainey Wilson's touring drummer, in an epic conversation that explores his musical journey, rise to success, and behind-the-scenes stories from the country music world. Timed Highlights: 0:10:00 - From Van Life to Grammy Success: Matt's incredible rise with Lainey Wilson 0:25:30 - Drumming Influences: Discussing jazz legends Tony Williams and Elvin Jones 0:42:15 - Recording Process: Inside Lainey Wilson's New Album 0:55:40 - Opening for the Rolling Stones: An Unexpected Career Milestone 1:10:20 - Upcoming European Tour and...
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Sticking to the Roots of Nashville: John McTigue's Drumming Journey :: Ep 216 The Rich Redmond Show
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Rich and Jim sit down with veteran Nashville drummer John McTighe for an intimate conversation about his remarkable musical career. From playing with legendary artists like Don McClean and Raul Malo to creating innovative drumming accessories and recording a critically acclaimed solo album, McTighe shares fascinating stories from his decades in music. Discover the evolution of Nashville's music scene, hear about his time at Berklee College of Music, and get insights into the life of a professional musician who's seen it all. A must-listen for music lovers and aspiring drummers. The Rich...
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Dream Gigs with a Side of Adversity: Greg Lohman's Remarkable Journey
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Join Rich Redmond and Jim as they dive deep with Grammy-nominated drummer Greg Lohman, exploring his incredible musical career and inspiring recovery from a life-changing accident. From Nashville's music scene to overcoming personal challenges, Greg shares candid stories of resilience, passion, and the power of personal capital. Timed Highlights: [0:10] - Greg's early drumming beginnings with pots and pans [0:25] - Playing along to Huey Lewis and the News [0:45] - Networking in Nashville's music scene [1:05] - Touring with artists like Kellie Pickler and Aaron Tippin [1:30] - The...
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Ben Satterlee - Drum Coaching, Destiny, and Fatherhood :: Ep 214 The Rich Redmond Show
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Rich Redmond and Jim McCarthy sit down with drummer Ben Satterlee for an unforgettable conversation that spans music, family, and personal resilience. From his early days in Tulsa to becoming a touring musician with Larkin Poe, Ben shares intimate stories of overcoming challenges, including a life-changing hand injury and navigating fatherhood while pursuing a musical career. Packed with humor, heart, and musical insights, this episode offers a deep dive into the life of a passionate musician and dedicated father. Key Moments: - Miraculous recovery of Ben's son - Drumming inspirations and...
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Drumming with Dierks: Steve Misamore's Nashville Journey :: Ep 213 The Rich Redmond Show
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Join Rich Redmond and Steve Misamore as they dive deep into the world of drumming, music, and life on the road. From Dierks Bentley's band to flying planes and creating the hilarious Hot Country Nights alter ego, Steve shares fascinating stories from his 26-year musical career. Timed Highlights: [0:10] - The importance of drummers in a band [0:30] - Jim McCarthy's upcoming Huey Lewis tribute gig [22:00] - Steve's origin story with Dierks Bentley [45:00] - The creation of Hot Country Nights - a comedic 90s country tribute project - Discussion of drumming influences and musical heroes -...
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The Legendary Travis McNabb: A Nashville Juggernaut :: Ep 212 The Rich Redmond Show
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Rich and Jim talk with Sugarland’s Travis McNabb for an epic conversation diving deep into the world of professional drumming, music scenes, and a life dedicated to rhythm. Highlights include: [0:05:00] Travis's Musical Origins: Growing up in a musical family and discovering drums [0:25:00] Drumming Philosophy: The importance of feel, groove, and professionalism [0:48:00] Career Lessons: Humility, relationships, and never burning bridges [1:00:00] Recording Insights: Working with artists like Megan Maroney and Christian Bucha [1:25:00] Sugar Land and Jennifer Nettles:...
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Eric Pritchard - Lessons from a Rising Country Drummer : Ep 211 The Rich Redmond Show
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In this episode, we sit down with Eric Pritchard, a talented young drummer making waves in the country music scene. Eric shares his journey from playing drums in church as a kid to landing a coveted gig with rising country star Megan Maroney. He discusses the importance of professionalism, business acumen, and building strong relationships in the music industry. Eric also talks about his passion for country music, his love of Cracker Barrel, and the challenges of balancing his love for college football with his touring schedule. This conversation offers valuable insights for aspiring musicians...
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Zoltan Tobak: From Fort Bragg to the Drumming Grind in Nashville :: Ep 210 The Rich Redmond Show
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In this episode, drummer Zoltan Tobak shares his journey from his small hometown of Fort Bragg, California to becoming the drummer for the country band Muscadine Bloodline in Nashville. Zoltan discusses his early musical influences, the challenges of breaking into the Nashville music scene, and the rewarding experience of touring with artists like Post Malone. He also talks about his love of cooking, his recent marriage, and the joys and difficulties of life on the road. This conversation provides an inspiring look at one musician's path to success in the music industry. Some Things...
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The Art of Networking and Finding Your Musical Voice w/Luis Espaillat :: Ep 209 The Rich Redmond Show
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In this episode, we dive into the nuances of networking and making meaningful connections in the music industry. Our guest, bassist Luis Espaillat, shares his insights on navigating the professional landscape, from the importance of saying "yes" to opportunities to the value of versatility and immersion in one's craft. We explore Luis' musical journey, from his time at Berklee College of Music to his diverse collaborations with artists across genres. The conversation also touches on the challenges and rewards of touring, the role of social media in personal branding, and the art of...
info_outlineJason Michael Hartless (born November 5, 1994) is an American musician, best known for being the drummer for fellow Detroit native Ted Nugent. He has also toured and/or recorded with Eric Martin, Pop Evil, Sponge, Mitch Ryder, C. Thomas Howell, Tantric, Insane Clown Posse, Warrior Soul and Joe Lynn Turner.
In early 2020, Hartless earned his bachelor's degree in Music Business from the Berklee College of Music.
Some Things That Came Up:
-1:00 The magic of music from Detroit
-3:00 The Who and Toto are Jason’s fave bands
-4:15 Big Band ensemble mentality
-8:30 Pearl drum artist since the age of 9
-9:15 Berklee music business graduate
-10:45 Jason’s company Sound City Music Group that he runs with his Dad.
-13:00 Vinyl is profitable! A tangible piece of ART!
-18:00 Working with Ted Nugent
-21:45 Tommy Clufetos
-23:00 Nugent records with everyone on the studio floor at the same time
-25:00 The Motley Crue tour at age 14.
-26:00 Producers Jason has worked with…
-27:30 Jason taught at the School of Rock when he was 18
-30:00 Corky Laing, Eric Singer, Anton Fig as mentors
-32:00 What’s the next step for the music business? (Drum roll)… LIVE MUSIC!
-35:30 Linn Drum Machine
-41:20 Mashups
-42:00 Is Alex Van Halen retiring?
-45:00 That DILLA vibe. Very difficult to achieve
-47:30 Greyson Nekrutman’s success
-49:00 Sabian and Remo…the AAX Extreme China
-52:00 The perks of in ear monitors
-56:30 “Grounding”?
-58:00 The love of Disney
-67:00 Los Lobotomys live record
-68:00 Joe Porcaro
-71:20 Alex Van Halen auction and drum values
-80:20 “The Fave 5”
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The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!
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Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.
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