Nashville Drummers Podcast

• Jordan Perlson: The Art of Communication, Mastering Versatility, Fitness for Drummers, Drum Lessons & Home Recording

  Welcome drummer, percussionist, producer and educator Jordan Perlson! Jordan's career has spanned about as wide a stylistic reach as one can imagine. Be it with jazz legends Seamus Blake, Gary Burton,  folk heroes Alison Brown and Missy Raines, reggae giants Matisyahu and Trevor Hall, cutting-edge music innovators like Becca Stevens, Snarky Puppy, Banda Magda and Jeff Coffin, or progressive music with Adrian Belew, Echolyn or Kaki King. Jordan has credits on 100+ recordings, including national and international ad campaigns for Powerade, Netflix, The NY Rangers, Buick and more. Jordan is a passionate educator, having authored 2 books for Mel Bay publishing which have been translated into several languages and are used around the world by teachers and students of many levels. This episode covers a wide range of topics, including physical fitness for drummers, the balance of life as a father, and Jordan’s extensive career—from studying at Berklee and playing with the Blue Man Group to becoming a published author. Jordan shares his methods for continuous self-improvement and offers advice for other drummers looking to expand their skillsets and land the gigs they truly want. We hope you enjoy!Chapters:0:00 Intro 2:42 Welcome, Jordan! 3:07 Dad Life 11:09 How to Pursue a Gig 20:21 Drum Box (Sponsor) 21:04 Jazz Influence 45:23 Low Boy Beaters (Sponsor) 46:05 Navigating the New York Music Scene 49:48 Blue Man Group 57:04 Drum Supply (Sponsor) 58:04 Fitness for Drummers 1:05:12 Balancing Family and Career 1:13:16 Sonique Drums (Sponsor) 1:13:56 Publishing Drum Books 1:19:26 Remote Recording Trends 1:28:57 Music City Audiology (Sponsor) 1:32:21 Influences and Inspirations 1:51:09 Closing Questions 1:54:56 OutroThank you to our Episode Sponsors:Drum Boxhttps://drumbox.spaceDrum Supplyhttps://www.drumsupply.comLow Boy Beatershttps://lowboybeaters.comGroove MPLhttps://www.groovempl.comSonique Drumshttps://soniquedrums.comMusic City Audiologyhttps://www.musiccityaudiology.comConnect with Jordan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanperlsondrummerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordan.perlsonWebsite: https://jordanperlson-music.comMusic Featured in this Episode:"True Minds" - Becca Stevens"Formant Trajectories" - Jordan Perlson------Interview by: Dan Ainspan, Nathan SletnerRecorded May 2025 in Nashville, TNSupport the showConnect with us:WebsiteInstagramTikTokYouTubeFacebookRecorded at Garden Groove Recording Space, Nashville, TNPodcast Artwork: GENUINE CREATIVE ART ⓒ 2025 Nashville Drummers Podcast, LLC

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• Andrew Nesbitt: Body Awareness, Crafting Your Sound, Breaking into Broadway, Navigating the Music Industry

  Welcome to the show Wisconsin native Andrew Nesbitt! In this wide-ranging interview, Andrew shares his journey through the music industry, the challenges and opportunities of breaking into the Nashville drumming scene, and his innovative approach to creating custom percussion accessories. Andrew recalls his time at Berklee College of Music studying under legendary drummer Mike Mangini, and his transition from the small town of Sturgeon Bay to NYC, and eventually to Nashville. We hope you enjoy!Chapters:0:00 Intro 2:16 Welcome, Andrew! 3:30 Making Percussion Accessoroies 11:47 Playing to the Click 15:18 Body Awareness and Posture 22:08 Drum Box (Sponsor) 22:48 Meeting on Broadway 28:49 Growing up in Wisconsin 37:11 Low Boy Beaters (Sponsor) 37:53 School and Early Years 40:35 Navigating the Music Industry 41:31 Breaking into Broadway 50:10 Josh Freese and The Foo Fighters 54:30 Drum Supply (Sponsor) 55:26 The Impact of Music Education 1:17:57 Sonique Drums (Sponsor) 1:18:37 Transitioning Between Cities and Music Scenes 1:22:29 What to Do During Slow Season 1:24:19 Groove MPL (Sponsor) 1:25:28 Snacks and Gig Essentials 1:27:52 Dreadlocks and Tattoos 1:29:36 Music City Audiology (Sponsor) 1:30:19 Andrew's Cat 'Pandora' 1:34:40 Influential Guitarists and Drummers 1:56:23 Closing Questions 2:01:37 OutroThank you to our Episode Sponsors:Drum Boxhttps://drumbox.spaceDrum Supplyhttps://www.drumsupply.comLow Boy Beatershttps://lowboybeaters.comGroove MPLhttps://www.groovempl.comSonique Drumshttps://soniquedrums.comMusic City Audiologyhttps://www.musiccityaudiology.comConnect with Andrew:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nezplaysmusicMusic Featured in this Episode:"Realms" - Escaper------Interview by: Dan Ainspan, Nathan SletnerRecorded May 2025 in Nashville, TNSupport the showConnect with us:WebsiteInstagramTikTokYouTubeFacebookRecorded at Garden Groove Recording Space, Nashville, TNPodcast Artwork: GENUINE CREATIVE ART ⓒ 2025 Nashville Drummers Podcast, LLC

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• Branndon Center: Behind the Lens | Video Content at Meinl Cymbals, Nashville's Metal Scene, Developing Groove and Feel, the Future of Music, Gardening Tomatoes

  Today we welcome to the show talented drummer, videographer, and Nashville-native, Branndon Center. Starting in the warehouse at Meinl Cymbals, Branndon would soon move into the Artist Relations / Media & Content Producer role, a position he's held for over 7 years. Branndon gives us a peek 'behind the lens' into his day-to-day where he's running professional video shoots with some of the biggest names in drumming across the Meinl roster. In addition to production and drum content, we cover some really interesting topics including the future of music in the AI era and the globalization of drum education. We learn of Brandon's extensive experience in drum corps and his practice of 'un-learning' to adapt as a modern player, and his current gig as the drummer for Nashville metal group, Yugen. Branndon discusses the nuances of maintaining a balanced life amidst a high-pressure job, the challenges and opportunities in Nashville's evolving music scene and communities, and his love for gardening. We hope you enjoy!Chapters:0:00 Intro 1:52 Welcome, Branndon! 3:06 Video Production for Meinl Cymbals 22:51 Drum Box (Sponsor) 23:33 The Overhead Shot, Drum Content & Social Media 28:10 The Future of Music and AI 34:50 Low Boy Beaters (Sponsor) 35:32 Branndon's Upbringing 41:43 High School Band Experience 48:04 College and Drum Corps 50:08 Developing Groove and Feel 1:02:49 Groove MPL (Sponsor) 1:04:02 Joining Yugen and Nashville's Metal Scene 1:11:12 Drum Supply (Sponsor) 1:12:12 Nashville's Venues, Changing Landscape 1:28:50 Sonique Drums (Sponsor) 1:29:30 Gardening and Tomato Season 1:32:58 Favorite Food and Coffee Spots in Nashville 1:38:41 OutroThank you to our Episode Sponsors:Drum Boxhttps://drumbox.spaceDrum Supplyhttps://www.drumsupply.comLow Boy Beatershttps://lowboybeaters.comGroove MPLhttps://www.groovempl.comSonique Drumshttps://soniquedrums.comConnect with Branndon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/branndoncenterMusic Featured in this Episode:"STAY" - Yugen"PAN" - Yugen------Interview by: Dan Ainspan, Nathan SletnerRecorded April 2025 in Nashville, TNSupport the showConnect with us:WebsiteInstagramTikTokYouTubeFacebookRecorded at Garden Groove Recording Space, Nashville, TNPodcast Artwork: GENUINE CREATIVE ART ⓒ 2025 Nashville Drummers Podcast, LLC

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• Brian Russell Collins: Beating Cancer & Overcoming Loss, Community through Charity, Meeting Huey Lewis, Jelly Roll Arena Tour

  Welcome to the show Wilmington, NC native Brian Russell Collins! Having been in Nashville for over a decade, Brian is a familiar, friendly face in our community who has endured more than most of us ever will in a lifetime. We dive into Brian’s journey of perseverance and heartbreak, including beating cancer multiple times and the recent loss of his mom and sister - experiences that have greatly impacted his outlook on music and life. He reminisces on meeting his musical heroes Huey Lewis and Garth Brooks, shares tales from tour opening for Jelly Roll, and stresses the importance of advocacy, charity, and being there for others. Join us for an inspiring and engaging conversation filled with resilience, community, and rock and roll. We hope you enjoy!Chapters:00:00 Intro1:31 Welcome, Brian! 5:34 On Tour Opening for Jelly Roll 11:27 Take the Audition 20:05 Gear Talk and Drum Tuning 25:59 Drum Supply (Sponsor) 26:59 Watching Cody Ash 37:39 Meeting Huey Lewis: A Lifelong Inspiration 44:34 Charity Events and Community Impact 44:53 Drum Box (Sponsor) 45:36 Battling Cancer, Personal Loss, Hosting Charity Events 1:05:24 Supporting the Next Generation of Drummers 1:10:56 Low Boy Beaters (Sponsor) 1:11:37 Impacting Others 1:19:40 Tour Bus Tales and Night Terrors 1:23:32 Groove MPL (Sponsor) 1:24:44 Chick-fil-A and Celebrity Encounters 1:35:26 Sonique Drums (Sponsor) 1:36:06 Closing Questions 1:42:17 OutroThank you to our Episode Sponsors:Drum Boxhttps://drumbox.spaceDrum Supplyhttps://www.drumsupply.comLow Boy Beatershttps://lowboybeaters.comGroove MPLhttps://www.groovempl.comSonique Drumshttps://soniquedrums.comConnect with Brian:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianrussellcollinsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brianrussellcollinsMusic Featured in this Episode:"The Heart of Rock & Roll - Huey Lewis and the News"I Want a New Drug - Huey Lewis and the News------Interview by: Dan Ainspan, Nathan SletnerRecorded March 2025 in Nashville, TNSupport the showConnect with us:WebsiteInstagramTikTokYouTubeFacebookRecorded at Garden Groove Recording Space, Nashville, TNPodcast Artwork: GENUINE CREATIVE ART ⓒ 2025 Nashville Drummers Podcast, LLC

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• Matt Nolan: Drummer for Lainey Wilson, From New Orleans Jazz to Country's Biggest Stages, Sobriety and Mental Health, Studio Recording, The Importance of Listening

  We’re excited to welcome Matt Nolan to the podcast! Since 2020, Matt has been the touring drummer for Lainey Wilson, in addition to working with artists including Maggie Rose, Them Vibes, Brandon Whyde, The Morrison Brothers Band, and Rude Music - a rock and roll group led by Matt and his brother Kevin. In this wide-ranging interview, Matt shares his unique musical journey from studying Jazz in New Orleans to moving to Nashville and eventually landing the gig with Lainey Wilson. Matt shares valuable insights on handling moments of pressure, playing bigger stages, supporting your bandmates, touring sober, and the importance of listening. We hope you enjoy!Chapters:00:00 Intro2:26 Welcome, Matt! 8:52 Behind the Scenes: CMA Awards 27:56 Drumming Influences 35:23 Drum Box (Sponsor) 36:08 Early Musical Influences and Upbringing 39:01 Getting Booed at Your 1st Gig 55:08 Drum Supply (Sponsor) 56:11 Goals in High School 1:00:11 Johnny Vidacovich and New Orleans Jazz 1:10:32 Discovering Country Music 1:21:48 Dealing w/ Competition & High-Stakes 1:24:44 The Drummer's Role 1:26:59 Low Boy Beaters (Sponsor) 1:27:37 Playback & Tracks 1:42:48 Groove MPL (Sponsor) 1:44:06 Recording Lainey's 3rd Studio Album 1:55:48 Touring Sober and Band Dynamics 2:00:37 Mental Health on the Road 2:04:39 The Importance of Listening 2:10:23 Pre-Show Rituals and Techniques 2:14:39 What Makes a Successful Show? 2:29:30 Music City Audiology (Sponsor) 2:30:13 Closing Questions 2:34:47 OutroThank you to our Episode Sponsors:Drum Boxhttps://drumbox.spaceDrum Supplyhttps://www.drumsupply.comLow Boy Beatershttps://lowboybeaters.comGroove MPLhttps://www.groovempl.comSonor Drumshttps://www.sonor.comHercules Standshttps://herculesstands.comSonique Drumshttps://soniquedrums.comMusic City Audiologyhttps://www.musiccityaudiology.comConnect with Matt:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattnolandrumsMusic Featured in this Episode:"Whirlwind" (Live) - Lainey Wilson"Burn" - Matt Nolan------Interview by: Dan Ainspan, Nathan SletnerRecorded February 2025 in Nashville, TNSupport the showConnect with us:WebsiteInstagramTikTokYouTubeFacebookRecorded at Garden Groove Recording Space, Nashville, TNPodcast Artwork: GENUINE CREATIVE ART ⓒ 2025 Nashville Drummers Podcast, LLC

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