It’s Still Too Loud Podcast
Musicians Carlo Minchillo and Mario Gutierrez talk drums and music with special guests from the scene in New York City. It’s Still Too Loud, a place for gear, drops, and off-beat chatter.
Episodes
Rich Crescenti has been playing music since he was 9 years old and making recordings for nearly 20 years. He's a drummer, but he's also a well-respected and sought after engineer and educator. And finally, he's now our first engineer guest on It's Still Too Loud! We know how much you want to learn about recording drums and what microphones to use and how to use them. So welcome to a special episode, Part 1 w/ Rich Crescenti!
Carlo is back from tour, Mario is back from a much needed vacation, and we have one hell of a special episode for y'all. Aaron Comess, widely known for his work with the Spin Doctors, joins us to talk about his experience in the music world, his educational background, a little bit of gear talk, and last but not least, some excellent advice for up and coming drummers.
In the world of heavy rock and metal music, Dylan Teggart of A Deer A Horse and Kal Marks is still keeping it loud. You might want to grab some ear protection for this one, folks, as Dylan shares the successes and challenges of being a working and touring musician in New York City, hot takes on YouTube videos, and the exciting upcoming events on his busy schedule.
Alex Cohen is a drummer and educator living in NYC the author of Ultimate Progressive Drumming, and endorser of Paiste Cymbals and Trick Drums. After his recent Brooklyn Drum Collective masterclass with Dimitri Fantini, he offered us his professional insight into teaching, covering topics such as, ambidexterity, learning disciplines, and social media influencing. Where's your glass of red wine, cause it's still too loud.
Drummer for Crazy and the Brains, Zac Pless talks with us about his life on the road, being a strong rhythm section with his fellow bandmate Rob Mellinger, and his budding relationship with SJC Drums. We're making as much noise as possible, cause it's still too loud.
Christine Chanel is an indie-soul recording artist based in Westchester, NY. She is best known for delivering powerful vocals with resonant hooks and emotionally charged lyrics alongside her dynamic backing band, The Roster. She's also graced the stage with Ghost Funk Orchestra, and sang on one of their latest singles titled "Why". Tune in and listen to Christine tell us all about her journey, her band and what we can look forward ...
Joey Russo arrived in the Big Apple with a suitcase filled with clothes, his drum set in his trunk, and his canine companions by his side. And what was the driving force behind his decision to move to NYC? It was for the pursuit of music and his love of drums. In this episode, Joey tells us the details of his drumming journey and his transition from a busking musician to his seat at the drum throne with Castle Black. Throughout thi...
David Cornejo lives and breathes drums. His enthusiasm is infectious. Had this interview been in-person and if we had a drum set available, this could have easily been a 3 hours hang. We'll save that for a part 2. For now, listen to how he found his way to NYC by way of Peru by way of Spain, and his advice to new drummers about practicing, networking and preparing for the gig. It's a journey! So who cares that it's still too loud. ...
Greg Hanson wears many hats. He's a drummer, record label owner, and videographer (to name a few), there's no wonder they call him "The Big Cheese". In this episode, he offers his insight to running the King Pizza Records record label, his day job / music balance, his podcast "Video High", and his advice to up and coming bands. Listen up because it's still too loud!
Rick Martinez, of Warp Trio, Scout Harris and The Royal They, joins us all the way from Portland, Oregon. That's right folks, we reached the west coast! And yes, on the west coast it's also still too loud. Listen in as Rick tells us the secret to his success, how he created his suitcase drum kit, and what he has in store for 2023.
You've seen Zach from local shows in Brooklyn. And you've seen him drumming in Awful Din and Debbie Dopamine. But have you seen him behind the mixing console in the studio and at local venues? Well get ready! Cause episode 8 of It's Still Too Loud has the exclusive details about Zach Rescignano and his budding audio engineer career.
Three beardy boys, Tim Baltes, Mario Gutierrez, and Carlo Minchillo talk about all things drums in this exciting 7th episode of It's Still Too Loud. Tim shares his unique insight to recording drums, selling doom rock gear (and other musical instruments), and building a snare drum from scratch. Check out his popular instagram account @timbofromreno and his Honest Abe snare drum.
It's the loudest time of the year and Mario and Carlo are here to help make it even louder with their FIRST EVER holiday episode. We're talking snare drums, we're talking tune bots, we're talking great deals at The Muzic Store. If you're looking to purchase your fellow drummer something special this holiday season, then look no further.
After a successful Brooklyn Drum Collective workshop, Dimitri Fantini guest stars on It's Still Too Loud. As a well-known and accomplished producer and drummer, he talks about his professional journey, his instructional series, Drum Hub and the Technique Blueprint, his popular Korn drum cover video, and the Kenny Werner book Effortless Mastery.
In this episode, Mario and Carlo speak with Lebanese-Canadian drummer, composer, producer and educator, Sanah Kadoura. We learn about her musical journey, training with the legendary John Riley and philosophy on life, music and self-care. The new single, The Gemini's, from her upcoming album Duality is out now. Enjoyed the episode? Then show your support and purchase directly from the artist at https://sanahkadoura.bandcamp.com/tra...
Megan Mancini is our first guest on It's Still Too Loud. She sings for Ghost Funk Orchestra and has her own band called The Rizzos. We talk about eating well on tour, drinks at Rockaway Beach, Thanksgiving festivities and the Gratitude app.
Folks, it's still too loud, but we're figuring it out. We talk about session work, Rockwood Music Hall, cymbals, car prices, and BandsDoBk. Mario is about to go on the Ghost Funk Orchestra weekender with Marco Benevento, so we share tour tips. Get your pens ready, class is in session.
It’s Still Too Loud: EP1 - Musicians Carlo Minchillo and Mario Guiterrez talk drums and music with special guests from the scene in New York City. It’s Still Too Loud, a place for gear, drops, and off-beat chatter.
Episode 1: Instagram drummers we follow, favorite cymbals, and living in NYC.
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