The Drum Social Podcast

The Drum Social Podcast

Drums, Friendship & Waffle. Get your eyes round The Drum Social Playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

August 13, 2025 47 mins

Alex & Ben chat to the Mexican Magician of Metal Music, Art Cruz. From playing the monumental Back to the Beginning show to learning how to swing with Lamb of God. 


A special thanks to Ludwig Drums and Into Music for hosting this episode at the Gliderdrome, Boston. 


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Alex & Ben chat about the Master Multitasker of Music, Anderson .Paak. From the power of paisley to his iconic feel - DM abuse if you're hard enough.


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July 30, 2025 64 mins

Alex & Ben chat to the Prince of Pop Punk, Matt Powles. From playing Guitar Hero to being a Drum Hero, drum tech tips & tricks, tour stories and more!


A special thanks to Matt Powles and the rest of Neck Deep for hosting this episode!


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Alex & Ben chat about the Chameleon of Drums, Vinnie Colauita. From taking on Zappa’s ‘black page #1’ to tracking with Megadeath, Backstreet Boys and everything else on Earth - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.


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Alex & Ben chat about the cuban clad powerhouse that is Matt Helders. From the origins of Artic Monkeys to cementing himself as a true Rock N Roll Icon - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.


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July 9, 2025 70 mins

Alex & Ben chat to L'Eccelente Batterista, Luca Caruso. From studying with some of the best drummers in the world to touring with some of the biggest artists on the planet!


A special thanks to Luca for hosting this episode!


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July 2, 2025 60 mins

Alex & Ben chat about getting away and drinking in some culture on holiday. From packing your practice pad to smuggling gear through customs - DM abuse if you're hard enough.




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Alex & Ben chat about the forever inspiring Aaron Spears. From his drum shed days to his legendary 'Caught Up' solo - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. 


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June 18, 2025 62 mins

Alex & Ben chat to the colourful and creative Vicky O'Neon. From playing percussion with Hans Zimmer to venturing out onto the frozen sea of Finland.


A special thanks to Zildjian for hosting the episode.


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June 11, 2025 64 mins

Alex & Ben chat about the innovative powerhouse that is John Otto. From Limp Bizkit's greatest music videos to the Matthews Bridge - DM abuse if you're hard enough.


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Alex & Ben chat about the feeling-filled innovator that is Carlton Barrett. From his legendary influence behind the kit to a very special playlist entry - DM abuse if you're hard enough.


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May 28, 2025 89 mins

Alex & Ben chat to the coolest Gareth you'll ever meet, Gareth Grover. From his deep passion for teaching to touring the world with Frank Carter & the Rattlesnakes.


A special thanks to The Bear Club for hosting this episode!


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Alex & Ben battle Around the Fur & White Pony. A track by track stand off to see which album wins. From Chino Moreno jumping around the classroom to a pig in the ocean - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. 


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Alex & Ben chat about the multi-instrumental record breaker that is Ilan Rubin. From playing Woodstock before he could tie his shoes to getting a pat on the back from Professor Barker - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. 


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May 7, 2025 44 mins

Alex & Ben chat to the Grandmaster of Rhythm, Benny Greb. From DIY experiments to find his signature sound to the origins of the Language of Drumming. 


A special thanks to The Brook and Meinl Cymbals for hosting this episode!


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April 30, 2025 59 mins

Alex & Ben chat about Crawling Kingsnake of DIY Rock 'n' Roll, Patrick Carney. From composing the Bojack Horseman theme tune to trolling the biggest pop stars on earth - DM abuse if you're hard enough.


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April 23, 2025 52 mins

Alex & Ben chat to the beefcake from Liverpool, Jake Woodward. From keeping fit while touring the world to keeping his composure in front of the Rock Legends.


Recorded in Camden's Pirate Studios.


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Alex & Ben chat about the world's first European Drum Show. From Friedrichshafen's best beers to Ben's battle with Thomas Lang - DM abuse if you're hard enough.


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Alex & Ben chat about the Jazz maverick that is Elvin Jones. From taking out Indiana Jones to the film set of an Old Western - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. 


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Alex & Ben chat about the thriving heart of live music, venues. From shandy fuelled first gigs to dream venues around the world - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.


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