The Drum Social Podcast

Alex & Ben chat to a true pioneer of progressive metal, Matt Halpern. The boys cover Matt's drumming origins, his unique approach to practice and preparing for tour, plus the writing process of Periphery's new album A Pale White Dot. ___________________________►Youtube: @TheDrumSocialPod►Patreon: The Players' Lounge►Spotify: The Drum Social Playlist►Instagram: thedrumsocialpod  ►TikTok: thedrumsocialpod►Website: www.thedrumsocialpod.com___________________________

Alex & Ben share Tour Stories again from the listeners, legends and themselves. From drumstick Beer Pong to Keith Richards burning down the Playboy Mansion. Plus another Tour Story themed Playlist battle.___________________________►Youtube: @TheDrumSocialPod►Patreon: The Players' Lounge►Spotify: The Drum Social Playlist►Instagram: thedrumsocialpod ►TikTok: thedrumsocialpod►Website: www.thedrumsocialpod.com___________________________

Alex & Ben chat to the Vincent van Gogh of drums, Matt Kidby. Fresh off the stage at Radar Festival, the boys cover Matt's journey to becoming a beast behind the kit, what it takes to learn the hardest Protest the Hero tracks and how he ended up creating artwork for Gojira, Four Year Strong and more. A special thanks to Scan Audio for inviting us and to Radar Festival for hosting this episode.___________________________►Youtube: @TheDrumSocialPod►Patreon: The Players' Lounge►Spotify: The Drum Social Playlist►Instagram: thedrumsocialpod  ►TikTok: thedrumsocialpod►Website: www.thedrumsocialpod.com___________________________

Alex & Ben chat about the almighty groove machine, Abe Cunningham. From skateboarding with his childhood best friend Chino Moreno to tracking one of the most iconic drum intros of our time on Around the Fur. Plus, a guest voice note from Music Maker's Nigel Kenny retelling his story of meeting the man himself. ___________________________►Youtube: @TheDrumSocialPod►Patreon: The Players' Lounge►Spotify: The Drum Social Playlist►Instagram: thedrumsocialpod  ►TikTok: thedrumsocialpod►Website: www.thedrumsocialpod.com___________________________

Alex & Ben chat to the microphone maestro, Adam 'Nolly' Getgood. The boys cover Nolly's entry into music, what it's like recording some of best drummers in the world and the creation of GetGoodDrums. Plus a stack of advice for drummers interested in the session world, drum tuning and finding your sound.A special thanks to Scan Audio for inviting us and to Radar Festival for hosting this episode.___________________________►Youtube: @TheDrumSocialPod►Patreon: The Players' Lounge►Spotify: The Drum Social Playlist►Instagram: thedrumsocialpod  ►TikTok: thedrumsocialpod►Website: www.thedrumsocialpod.com___________________________

Alex & Ben take on your fresh hot takes. From Steve Gadd's most iconic beat to Bonham's famous triplet fill.___________________________►Youtube: @TheDrumSocialPod►Patreon: The Players' Lounge►Spotify: The Drum Social Playlist►Instagram: thedrumsocialpod  ►TikTok: thedrumsocialpod►Website: www.thedrumsocialpod.com___________________________

Alex & Ben chat about their time at this year's Radar Festival. From joint tattoos to a stacked line up. Plus some exclusive excerpts from upcoming episodes captured at the festival. A special thanks to Scan Audio for inviting us and to Radar Festival for hosting this episode. ___________________________►Youtube: @TheDrumSocialPod►Patreon: The Players' Lounge►Spotify: The Drum Social Playlist►Instagram: thedrumsocialpod  ►TikTok: thedrumsocialpod►Website: www.thedrumsocialpod.com___________________________

Alex & Ben chat about their time at the Meinl Festival, celebrating the companies 75th year. From roaming around the Meinl Factory and bothering the cymbals makers to watching some of the most mind bending and inspiration drum performances on the Main Stage. Grab your passport, we're off to Gutenstetten.___________________________►Youtube: @TheDrumSocialPod►Patreon: The Players' Lounge►Spotify: The Drum Social Playlist►Instagram: thedrumsocialpod  ►TikTok: thedrumsocialpod►Website: www.thedrumsocialpod.com___________________________

Alex & Ben chat to the drummer who helped define the sound of Midwest emo, Steve Lamos. The boys cover Steve's early years perfecting his trumpet skills, the origins of meeting Mike & Nate Kinsella and what an American Football tour feels like after 26 years. A special thanks to London's O2 Forum (Kentish Town) and the American Football crew for hosting this episode and making the Drum Social team feel so welcome! ___________________________►Youtube: @TheDrumSocialPod►Patreon: The Players' Lounge►Spotify: The Drum Social Playlist►Instagram: thedrumsocialpod  ►TikTok: thedrumsocialpod►Website: www.thedrumsocialpod.com___________________________