Grab your sticks and brace your ears — this week we’re sitting down with the rhythm machine himself, Christopher ‘Padge’ Page, Electrasy’s very own drumming demigod. From his early days tapping out Latin-inspired grooves with his mums knitting needles to smashing it on stage with one of Britpop’s most unexpectedly explosive comebacks, Padge brings the beat and the banter.
We dive into the wild world of drumming, explore how his percussive roots are steeped in salsa, samba, and sheer sweat, and find out what really gets it banging (spoiler: it involves timing, tequila, and occasionally tearing through a drum skin mid-gig).
Expect laughs, unexpected influences, and more rhythmic energy than a caffeine-fuelled conga line. Let’s face it — if your drummer’s not part philosopher, part chaos engine, and 100% legend, are you even in a band?
Chapters
00:00 Introduction of Chris 'Padgey' Page and Drumming Discussion 02:14 Padge's Journey into Music 04:53 Influences and Styles in Drumming 07:31 The Evolution of Chris's Drumming Techniques 09:55 The Music Scene in Weymouth and Beyond 14:32 Memorable Gigs and Early Experiences 15:31 Formation of Bands and Musical Collaborations 17:37 The Rise of Orange and Original Music 18:06 Recording and Production Insights 20:50 The Community of Musicians in the Southwest 24:25 Support and Rivalry Among Local Bands 26:14 The Evolution of Venues and Gigs 27:07 Influences and Distinctive Styles in Drumming 28:50 Teaching and the New Generation of Drummers 30:44 Live Performances and Song Preferences 33:58 Recording Sessions and Creative Processes 34:52 The Importance of Drums in Music 37:40 Reflections on Past Performances and Songs 39:39 The Evolution of Electricity's Sound 42:08 Favorite Songs and Drum Parts 48:06 Influences and Inspirations in Drumming 50:04 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions
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