DRUM with Mike & Eddy Mike Johnston & Eddy Thrower
-
- Arte
DRUM with Mike & Eddy aims to bring drummers together and give them weekly updates and banter about the wonderful world of drumming. Each week professional drummers Mike Johnston and Eddy Thrower will discus how topics such as motivation, practice habits, routine, health & fitness, and many more have an effect on your drumming. Obviously this podcast is for drummers, but in all honesty it's for anyone that wants to improve at their craft!
-
How We Got...
Please Support this Podcast and become a Patron
https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy
It's story time, kids, so grab some gram crackers and a glass of oat milk and settle in to hear the tales of how Eddy became the drummer of Busted and how I became a part of the Meinl family of artists!
- Mike J
Support the show -
Finding The Line
Join The Practice Project
https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy
We dive straight into this one! First off we chat about our current feelings towards social media and the impact it has on their creativity and motivation. We talk about experiencing boredom and numbness with platforms like Instagram and Twitter, and the pressure to create content that stands out. We discuss their recent experiences performing and the challenges of finding the line between inspiration and overwhelming information. Then we touch on the need for teachers to check in with students and tailor their approach to each individual. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the why behind practicing and the musical payoff of exercises.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Excitement
06:01 Break from Social Media and Enjoying Books
12:02 The Simplicity and Timelessness of the Basic Rock Beat
16:00 The Excitement of Trendy and Unique Items
28:34 Finding the Line: Balancing Inspiration and Overwhelming Information
36:29 Understanding Individual Goals: Tailoring Teaching Approaches
39:53 Social Media and the What vs. the Why
Support the show -
Muffling Your Drums
Join The Practice Project
https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy
Get Tickets to see Simon Says at The Whisky
We hope you enjoy this fun chat about our favorite YouTube videos, crazy tour stories, and all the insane ways we have muffled our drums over the years!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
03:06 Reflecting on Past Band Experiences
06:21 The Challenges of Touring
09:22 The Bond of Shared Experiences
13:06 The Roller Coaster of Being in a Band
16:07 Favorite YouTube Videos
23:17 The Importance of Skills over Gear
24:20 The Evolution of Drum Muffling
25:58 Introduction to Muffling
27:02 Early Experiences with Muffling
28:13 Different Types of Muffling
30:23 Muffling in Live Settings
32:19 Muffling in the Studio
33:25 The Impact of Room Acoustics
35:42 The Aesthetics of Muffling
38:53 The Kicker Pillow for Kick Drums
42:09 Muffling the Snare Drum
44:23 Muffling for Different Playing Styles
46:45 Consistency in Muffling
48:34 See ya Next Time
Support the show -
M.D. at Wembley & First Show in 20 Years
Join The Practice Project
https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy
I think the title says it all for this one. What a WEEK! We hope you enjoy the episode :)
- Mike & Eddy
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Stretching
01:46 Catching Up and Reflection
03:00 The Practice Project
04:35 The Process of Musical Directing
08:17 Home Renovations and Contractor Woes
09:53 Mike's New Drum Clinic Material
11:46 The Practice Project as a Learning Tool
13:36 Finding Your Musical Identity
18:16 Building Backing Tracks
20:59 The Role of Cues in Backing Tracks
23:26 The Pride and Anxiety of Musical Directing
24:48 Behind the Scenes at the Super Bowl
25:10 Responsibility for Playback
25:39 Creating Intros and Moments
26:14 The Emotional Impact of Performances
27:24 Synchronicity in Productivity
28:28 Reuniting with a Band After Years Apart
29:21 The Challenges of the Music Industry
30:17 Improving as a Band Over Time
31:15 The Influence of Eddy's Voice Notes
32:11 Preparing for the Show at Goldfield
33:40 The Excitement of a Sold-Out Show
34:37 Technical Challenges and Drumming Maturity
35:17 The Intensity of Performing Live
36:46 The Importance of a Professional Tech
37:13 Playing for Themselves, Not the Audience
37:43 Injuries and Adrenaline
38:22 The Impact on the Audience
39:07 Capturing Footage and Enjoying the Moment
40:18 Appreciating the Past and Looking to the Future
43:05 Eddy's Role as an MD and Session Player
44:21 The Work Ethic of Being in a Band
45:02 Appreciating the Journey and the Ups and Downs
46:29 Enjoying Moments as an Older Musician
47:12 The Importance of Experience in Education
48:43 Wrapping Up and Thanking Listeners
Support the show -
3 Tips For Private Lessons
Join The Practice Project
https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy
In this episode, we discuss the importance of time management and the effective structuring of drum lessons. We emphasize the need to understand and teach according to the student's learning style. We also highlight the value of practicing as a teacher to understand your student's experience better. We encourage all drum teachers to take lessons themselves to improve their teaching skills. Asking questions, being flexible in lesson planning, and creating a fun learning environment are other key takeaways from the conversation.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Gym Accountability
03:01 Practicing and Enjoyable Drumming
06:10 Changing Approach in Social Media
09:04 Benefits of Practicing
11:04 Finding Personality in Drumming
15:03 Preparing for UK Drum Show
21:02 Teaching Private Lessons: Structuring
23:04 Teaching Private Lessons: Building Relationships
24:57 Teaching Private Lessons: Effective Communication
25:21 Time Management
27:00 Structuring a 30-Minute Lesson
30:18 Teaching According to Learning Style
32:01 Practicing as a Teacher
36:26 Taking Lessons as a Student
41:42 Asking Questions
44:07 Flexibility in Lesson Planning
46:05 Value of Practicing
48:37 Being a Bad Student
Support the show -
3 Tips for Recording
Join The Practice Project
https://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddy
In this week's episode, we chat about various tips and strategies for recording drums in the studio. If you know us, then you know we had no shot of sticking to just three tips, so here are the tips we actually did discuss...
Overcoming distractionsAdjusting click track and drum levelsCommunicating preferences to the producerKnowing the song structure and arrangementSimplifying drum fillsPlaying for the songBeing prepared to play the song without music, Prioritizing good cymbals over good drums, The importance of tuning drumsThe impact of drum and cymbal choicesChapters
00:00 Introduction
00:33 Feeling Unprepared
07:04 Taking Time Off to Clear Your Head
12:17 Working with Other Drummers
14:07 Preparing for Studio Recording
21:15 Being Flexible and Adaptable in the Studio
24:26 Overcoming Distractions and Challenges
25:02 Adjusting Click Track and Drum Levels
26:26 Communicating Preferences to the Producer
27:42 Having Confidence in Your Preferences
28:51 Knowing the Song Structure and Arrangement
29:22 Simplifying Drum Fills
30:27 Playing for the Song
31:11 Being Prepared to Play the Song Without Music
32:20 Prioritizing Good Cymbals Over Good Drums
35:33 The Importance of Tuning Drums
39:15 The Impact of Drum and Cymbal Choices
40:09 Joining the Practice Project
Support the show