The Musicians Mentor

Musicians Mentor
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Travis Marc hosts conversations with working musicians, producers, songwriters and composers covering topics not commonly spoken about within the music business- including networking, band break ups, touring nightmares, songwriting splits and loads of other, 'overcoming the struggle' type stories from the creatives perspective. The goal of this podcast is simple - to help musicians increase their overall sense of self worth, both mentally and financially within the music industry. For more information. Please visit www.musicians-mentor.com

  1. Jun 23

    Episode 101 - Clem Cattini (The Tornados, Lou Reed, Cliff Richard)

    For today's episode I thought I'd share an archived interview from around twelve years ago, that I did with session drumming legend - Clem Cattini. Based in Stoke Newington, UK - Clem Cattini is an English drummer who was not only a member of 'The Tornados' but so prominent in the 50's, 60's and 70's that he is actually regarded as one of the most prolific drummers in UK recording history, appearing on hundreds of recordings by artists like Cliff Richard, Lou Reed, Marc Bolan, The Kinks, Herman's Hermits, The Yardbirds and Tom Jones. Clem and I talk about his work with a young Jimmy Page, how hard it was to get lessons back in the day, songwriting and of course his legendary drumming career - where he played on over 40 UK number one singles. For more information on Clem or his work, please search for him across all socials or google. For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit ⁠www.musicians-mentor.com⁠ As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by - 'Buying Us Coffee'. ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor⁠ Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'. ⁠https://www.soundbrenner.com⁠ where you can use code TRAVISMARC-DEAL for 20% off of their products.

    42 min

  2. Jun 9

    Episode 100 - Denholm Harding

    On episode 100 of the show, I’m joined by South African multi instrumentalist/producer and 'Just Jinjer' bassist - Denholm Harding. Denholm began his musical career in Cape Town at the age of 5, when he appeared on a nationally televised talent show open to all ages called ‘Follow That Star’ where he made it through to the finals. By Grade 7, he joined popular kids program K-TV as the ‘K-TV Kids’ Band drummer and moved up to Johannesburg to pursue his musical career. The band toured Southern Africa extensively for 3 years and appeared numerous times on multiple television shows. Barely out of his teens he then joined South African Multi-Platinum super group Just Jinjer shortly after the release of their critically acclaimed debut album. Just Jinjer are considered one of the most successful Rock bands to ever come out of South Africa and have shared stages with artists like U2, Counting Crows, Stevie Wonder, Maroon 5, Goo Goo Dolls, Def Leppard, Spice Girls and Live… just to mention a few. In taking the next step Denholm coupled his deep understanding of music and instruments with his spectacular ear and began producing albums for other artists and bands like Jesse Clegg and Prime Circle,. He has since been nominated multiple times for “Best Producer” and “Best Engineer” at the South Africa’s music awards the SAMA’s numerous times. For more information on Denholm or his work, please search for him across all socials or visit https://ardmatthews.com/just-jinjer For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit www.musicians-mentor.com As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by - 'Buying Us Coffee'. https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'. https://www.soundbrenner.com where you can use code TRAVISMARC-DEAL for 20% off of their products.

    1h 56m

  3. May 26

    Episode 99 - Brian Tichy (Led By Vultures, Gene Simmons Band, Whitesnake)

    On today’s episode of the show, I’m joined by the frontman of 'Led By Vultures', multi-instrumentalist, and world-renowned drummer — Brian Tichy. For decades, Brian has been known as one of rock’s most respected drummers, performing alongside some of the biggest names in music including Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, Whitesnake, and Slash. He’s also currently a member of the Gene Simmons Solo Band. With his new project, 'Led By Vultures', Brian is stepping into an entirely new chapter — taking on the role of guitarist, singer, songwriter, and bandleader. In this conversation, we dive into what it means to lead a band from the front, the creative challenges that come with stepping outside one's comfort zone, getting lost in practice, constantly pushing yourself as a musician and of course, the story behind how 'Led By Vultures' came about and where the project may be headed. For more information on Brian Tichy or his work, please search for him across all socials or visit www.briantichy.com.For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit www.musicians-mentor.com As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by - 'Buying Us Coffee'. https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'. https://www.soundbrenner.com - use code TRAVISMARC-DEAL

    1h 47m

  4. May 12

    Episode 98 - Derrick McKenzie (Jamiroquai, Purple Groove Machine)

    Today on the show I speak with drumming legend - Derrick McKenzie. Derrick is a British based drummer/dj/producer known worldwide for his time with Acid Funk pioneers 'Jamiroquai' - a band who (at this point) he has been with for over 3 decades.In addition to his amazing career with Jamiroquai he has also worked with 'Purple Disco Machine', DR Packer and Matt Johnson (among others). He has also been making numerous waves on the disco/house scene over the last few years where he is currently the only combined DJ/drummer/musician on the prestige international DJ circuit.I was so happy to talk with Derrick as in my opinion he is a complete groove master. During our conversation, we talk about touring, pocket, AI and even drumming on phone books.For more information on Derrick McKenzie or his work, please search for him across all socials or visit www.derrickmckenzie.com. For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit www.musicians-mentor.com As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by - 'Buying Us Coffee'. https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'. https://www.soundbrenner.com - use code TRAVISMARC-DEAL

    1h 6m

  5. Apr 28

    Episode 97 - Lenny Castro (Toto, RHCP, Fleetwood Mac)

    Today on the show I speak with percussion legend - Lenny Castro. Lenny is an American based musician who at this point in his career is probably one of the most recorded percussionists in musical history, having played on hundreds (if not thousands of records). Some of the artists he has worked with include 'The Rolling Stones', The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Adele, Toto, Red Hot Chili Peppers, U2, Elton John and even one of my absolute favorites, The New Radicals - to name just a few. In addition to his work with all these incredible artists Lenny also recently started putting out music of his own. His debut record entitled 'Hands Of Silk' is an absolute masterclass on percussion tone which I can't recommend enough. During our conversation, Lenny and I talk about his initial introductions to music, his love of groove, AI, music careers, touring and even his relationship with the late great Jeff Porcaro. For more information on Lenny Castro or his work, please search for him across all socials or visit www.hardhnds.com. For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit www.musicians-mentor.com As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by - 'Buying Us Coffee'. https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'. https://www.soundbrenner.com/TRAVISMARCSB

    54 min

  6. Apr 14

    Episode 96 - The Daywalkers (Alex MacDonald + Janson Lohmeyer)

    Today on the show I speak with 'The Daywalkers' band leaders - Alex Harris MacDonald (vocals/washboard) + Janson Lohmeyer keyboardist/vocals. This was a tough interview for me to post because unfortunately Janson Lohmeyer tragically passed away, only a few days after we had this conversation. I wrestled with myself as to whether or not I should still put it out, but ultimately decided I would - as I believe it could serve as a nice reminder to all of us that knew Janson, as to what a kind soul he truly was. Over the decades 'The Daywalkers' (who fuse Louisiana Roots Music with Cajun, Pop and Zydeco) have developed a reputation as a high quality live band, attracting visiting from all over the world to see the group while visiting the city of New Orleans. Among many notable accolades, the band have released three albums of original material and individually, Janson has appeared on releases by Adam Duritz (Counting Crows), Lucinda Williams and Susan Cowsill. While Alex has held residencies at various Blue Note Jazz Venues with Joe Sample in Japan, has been inducted into the Zydeco Blues Trailride Hall Of Fame class and toured extensively with Louisiana favorite Dwayne Dopsie. During our conversation, we talk about the Bourbon Street scene, hurricane Katrina, musicians healthcare, touring and an array of other topics. For more information on 'The Daywalkers' please visit www.thedaywalkersneworleans.com or visit the band on Facebook. Once again, my deepest condolences to the Lohmeyer family and all of Janson's bandmates and family for the massive loss experienced by his passing. For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit www.musicians-mentor.com As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'. https://www.soundbrenner.com/TRAVISMARCSB

    56 min

  7. Mar 31

    Episode 95 - Dr Fink (The Revolution, NPG, ST Paul Minneapolis Funk AllStars)

    Today on the show I speak with keyboardist/producer/songwriter - Matthew Robert Fink - aka 'Dr Fink. Dr Fink is a Minnesota based musician who rose to a 'Purple Rain' of fame as a member of Prince's band 'The Revolution. He is a three time Grammy Award Winner, three time American Music Award winner and has received numerous RIAA awards for his work as a musician. In addition to his involvement with 'The Revolution', Dr Fink also worked with other 'Prince' projects including - The Time, Vanity 6 and Jill Jones. He has also worked on music for/with The Rembrandts, Steve Nathan and Lipps Inc. Now days Dr Fink works mostly as a producer and songwriter, as well as an advisor for K-Tel Records, but can still be seen performing when 'The Revolution' do reunion shows or as part of ST Paul and The Funk All Stars band (another project made up predominantly of Prince alumni). During our conversation, Dr Fink and I talk about his initial Prince audition, Purple Rain, AI, music careers as a whole, touring and even his son I.Am.Max. For more information onDr Fink or his work, please search for him across all socials or visit drfink1980 for his Facebook page. For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit www.musicians-mentor.com As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by - 'Buying Us Coffee'. https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'. https://www.soundbrenner.com/TRAVISMARCSB

    1h 20m

  8. Mar 17

    Episode 94 - Joey Cassata (ZO2, Trans Siberian Orchestra, Twisted Sister)

    Today on the show I speak with author/drummer/musician - Joey Cassata. Joey Cassata is an American based author/drummer/musician who gained notoriety as a player in the early 2000's with his Rock band 'ZO2', the band even becoming the subject of a television series called 'Z-Rock' and exposed him to a large audience worldwide. From there, he continued to climb the ladder of success and became a member of the 'Trans Siberian Orchestra' for 13 years, recorded drums on the late/great Ace Frehley's record '10000 Volts', has an amazing KISS tribute band called 'The Handsome Devils' and was most recently even announced as the new drummer for the latest 'Twisted Sister' tour. Additionally, Joey has a 'KISS' related podcast (Podcast Rock City Live), had an amazing career as an author with his books 'Kiss Drummers', 'The Order Of The Rose' and 'Wrestling With Joeylicious' - to name just a few... Joey and I had a really positive conversation where we talk about dreaming big, inspiration, music careers, networking, music education, eating cannolis with Peter Criss and of course and KISS. For more information on Joey Cassata or his work, please search for Joey Cassata across all socials. For Joey's story about Peter Criss - https://share.google/6ExOQe2xkdsKXFAcY For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit www.musicians-mentor.com As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by - 'Buying Us Coffee'. https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'. https://www.soundbrenner.com/pages/affiliate-travis-marc?srsltid=AfmBOopHlrWNB7C5ZBQz--Z0rVf789RfGQS1cEUxZjy9aBABp6FVZv6-

    1h 3m
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Travis Marc hosts conversations with working musicians, producers, songwriters and composers covering topics not commonly spoken about within the music business- including networking, band break ups, touring nightmares, songwriting splits and loads of other, 'overcoming the struggle' type stories from the creatives perspective. The goal of this podcast is simple - to help musicians increase their overall sense of self worth, both mentally and financially within the music industry. For more information. Please visit www.musicians-mentor.com

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  • Creator
    Musicians Mentor
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    101
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Musicians Mentor
  • Show Website
    The Musicians Mentor

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