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The DrumMantra Podcast

***Named one of "The 20 Best Music Theory Podcasts of 2021" by Welp Magazine.*** Named "#4 of Top 10 Music Theory Podcasts You Must Follow in 2021" by Feedspot***Named "Top 10 Music Theory Podcasts Yo... Read more

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Ep. 23 CARTER MCLEAN. An In-Depth Conversation

Ep. 23 CARTER MCLEAN. An In-Depth Conversation

Carter McLean is probably best known for his meticulous photos and super groovy videos that he posts on Instagram, Faceb... Read more

15 Dec 2017

1hr 22mins

Ranked #2

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Building Linear Phrasing

Building Linear Phrasing

Linear phrasing is a great vehicle for expressing yourself musically and rhythmically behind the kit. Let's start off wi... Read more

5 May 2020

23mins

Ranked #3

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A Different Perspective for Creating Phrasing & Fills

A Different Perspective for Creating Phrasing & Fills

I have been creating and playing games with students for over 20 years, and this particular one has been a huge hit rega... Read more

4 Mar 2020

26mins

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Ep. 3 Rhythmic Perception; A Primer, Part 3

Ep. 3 Rhythmic Perception; A Primer, Part 3

Rhythmic Perception; A Primer Pt 3 is all about getting on the kit and playing the 3:4 polymetric relationship while lis... Read more

4 Oct 2017

16mins

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Getting the Most Out of Your Practice Requires More Than Just Drumming

Getting the Most Out of Your Practice Requires More Than Just Drumming

Most drummers I recently surveyed said they didn't have a clear, concise, and organized practice routine. They also said... Read more

31 Mar 2020

22mins

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Ep. 33 A simple exercise that 90% of Drummers I show can't do...

Ep. 33 A simple exercise that 90% of Drummers I show can't do...

This exercise is very simple to look at, talk about, and even imagine, but when you actually sit down and try it, it can... Read more

28 May 2018

26mins

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Ep. 21 BLAIR SINTA. An in-depth conversation

Ep. 21 BLAIR SINTA. An in-depth conversation

A conversation with LA session & touring drummer, Blair Sinta (Alanis Morissette, Melissa Etheridge, Josh Groban, Id... Read more

1 Dec 2017

1hr 2mins

Ranked #8

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Ep. 19 ARI HOENIG. An in-depth conversation.

Ep. 19 ARI HOENIG. An in-depth conversation.

This episode was based on a random Instagram post that Ari made, challenging people to transcribe what he was playing. W... Read more

10 Nov 2017

57mins

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Ep. 10 Pulsars, Perception, and Practicing

Ep. 10 Pulsars, Perception, and Practicing

I discuss concepts of time & subdivisions,  I give a shout out to Texas drummer Joseph Carpenter,  and talk about th... Read more

11 Oct 2017

22mins

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Ep. 32 Getting paid for gigs, on not...

Ep. 32 Getting paid for gigs, on not...

I had a conversation today with a musician who is new in town. We discussed getting paid for a recording session and the... Read more

29 Apr 2018

33mins

Ranked #11

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Ep 44 Being in a Band vs. Being a Hired Gun

Ep 44 Being in a Band vs. Being a Hired Gun

In this episode of "driving to my gig and talking about stuff" I compare the first part of my music career as a band per... Read more

20 Mar 2019

43mins

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Ep. 52 Five Steps to a Clear, Consistent Practice Routine.

Ep. 52 Five Steps to a Clear, Consistent Practice Routine.

Getting to the practice room is hard enough. Knowing what to work on is sometimes equally as challenging, and having the... Read more

5 Nov 2019

1hr 10mins

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Ep. 11 Food, Thinking, Foundational Series

Ep. 11 Food, Thinking, Foundational Series

In this episode I answer a question about being a vegetarian, and the philosophical implications surrounding the idea. I... Read more

14 Oct 2017

16mins

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Ep. 4 Rhythmic Perception; A Primer, Part 4

Ep. 4 Rhythmic Perception; A Primer, Part 4

Reflections on creating content. Taking Naps. Cross-coordination with Ride/HH, and Kick/SD. Concepts of coordination, in... Read more

5 Oct 2017

19mins

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Ep. 5 Rhythmic Perception; A Primer, Part 5

Ep. 5 Rhythmic Perception; A Primer, Part 5

Rhythmic Perception; A Primer Pt. 5 is all about getting on the kit and playing the 3:4 polymetric relationship while li... Read more

5 Oct 2017

12mins

Ranked #16

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Ep. 50 A FULL LESSON! Two-Way Coordination

Ep. 50 A FULL LESSON! Two-Way Coordination

In this, the 50th episode, I present two sections of a brand-new five-part series called "Two-Way Coordination: A Primer... Read more

26 Oct 2019

1hr 10mins

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Ep. 42 FULL DRUM LESSON - (warning, your brain may experience meltdown)

Ep. 42 FULL DRUM LESSON - (warning, your brain may experience meltdown)

In this episode I just straight into presenting, discussing, analyzing, and demonstrating the 5:4 polymeter as used in a... Read more

21 Dec 2018

47mins

Ranked #18

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Ep. 49 A Conversation with Steve Lyman

Ep. 49 A Conversation with Steve Lyman

Steve Lyman is an amazing human. He is extremely dedicated to his craft and is driven by creativity, inspiration, and pu... Read more

18 Oct 2019

1hr 8mins

Ranked #19

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Ep. 18 Polymeters and Polyrhythms. What's the difference?

Ep. 18 Polymeters and Polyrhythms. What's the difference?

 In this episode we discuss the main differences between polymeters and polyrhythms; their differences and their similar... Read more

7 Nov 2017

23mins

Ranked #20

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Ep. 36 Creating a focused practice regimen & finding your own voice

Ep. 36 Creating a focused practice regimen & finding your own voice

Drummer in car getting philosophical... The art of practice is something that has challenged people forever. How long do... Read more

7 Sep 2018

40mins

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