The Rich Redmond Show

Join Rich and Jim as they sit down with Joseph Wooten, keyboardist of the legendary Steve Miller Band and member of the renowned Wooten Brothers, for an inspiring conversation about music, life, and the power of rhythm.

Timed Highlights:

[0:05:30] - Joseph's Journey to Nashville in 1990

[0:14:30] - Joining the Steve Miller Band: A 32-Year Musical Odyssey

[0:28:50] - The Philosophical Power of Rhythm in Music

[0:43:45] - How...

Join Rich and Jim as they as they dive deep into the world of Garth Justice’s musical roots, Nashville scene insights, and career highlights. Key moments include:

[0:11:16] - How Garth first picked up drumsticks at age two in his grandparents' house

[0:12:29] - His first church performance at 7-8 years old when the drummer didn't show up

[0:16:58] - Early musical experiences playing in college groups and seeking performan...

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Join Rich Redmond as he sits down with legendary studio drummer Paul Leim, who shares incredible stories from his 50-year music career. Highlights include:

[0:02:51] - How a Tyler, Texas DJ discovered Paul's talent at age 15

[0:10:00] - Driving to Los Angeles in a woody station wagon to pursue his dream

[0:11:04] - Performing at the 2017 Tr...

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Join Rich and Jim as they dive deep into the world of Lonnie Wilson's session drumming, exploring his incredible career backing some of country music's biggest stars. With 118 #1 hits and over 200 million records sold, Lonnie shares behind-the-scenes stories, musical influences, and the importance of humility in the music industry.

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Join Rich Redmond and Eddie Bayers as they dive deep into the world of professional drumming, music production, and the evolution of Nashville's music scene. Highlights include:

[0:05] Eddie's early career and move to Nashville
[0:20] How Eddie mentored Rich Redmond in the music industry
[0:35] The changing landscape of recording studio...

Join Rich Redmond and Jim McCarthy as they sit down with father-son drumming duo Dave and Nick Harrison for an epic conversation spanning music, teaching, and life. Highlights include:

[0:15] - Dave's transition from touring musician to elementary school teacher
[0:35] - Nick's drum corps experience and musical background
[1:05] - Stories from touring with Edwin McCain Band
[1:22] - Discussing favorite movies and c...

Can the discipline of drumming translate into building a successful business?

Join Rich, Jim and guest Adam Silverman as they dive deep into a conversation spanning drumming, digital marketing, and farm life. 

Highlights include:

[0:11:30] - Adam's transition from touring drummer to web designer
[0:25:57] - How he first got into playing drums as a kid
[0:38:14] - Running a horse farm with his wife Heather
[0:45:4...

Join Rich Redmond as he sits down with drummer, author, and educator Bart Robley for an epic conversation covering:

[0:01:30] - Connecting through the Percussive Arts Society
[0:09:39] - Bart's musical mentors and influential drum teachers
[0:30:29] - Recording with Bob Seger and achieving over 40 million streams
[0:34:36] - Touring through war zones in Europe with the Sam Morrison Band
[0:43:41] - Creating the ...

Rich and Jim talk with drumming legend and longtime pal Johnny Rabb, the powerhouse behind Collective Soul for over a decade. In this candid conversation, Johnny opens up about his journey from Berklee College of Music to Nashville, his innovative "free hand technique," dealing with online trolls, and life on the road with one of rock's most enduring bands. From recording in Elvis's Palm Springs estate to the band's unique...

Join Rich and Jim as they sit down with Mike McKee, founding member of Americana rock band Delta Ray and co-founder of Bald Man Percussion. From signing with Warner Brothers to creating the award-winning Junk Hat, Mike shares his incredible journey through the music industry. Discover how Delta Ray pivoted during the pandemic with their innovative "Behind the Door" fan club, raising nearly half a million on Kickstarter, an...

Keyboardist and producer Jeff Roach joins Rich and Jim to share incredible stories from his 36-year Nashville career, including the time he beat Garth Brooks in a talent contest! From his classical piano roots in Mangum, Oklahoma to playing on countless hit records with artists like Tim McGraw, Darius Rucker, and Amy Grant, Jeff reveals the behind-the-scenes world of Music City's recording studios. The conversation takes a...

Rich and Jim sit down with Jay Weinberg, son of Max Weinberg and drummer for Slipknot and Suicidal Tendencies, as he shares his incredible musical odyssey from punk rock roots to international stages.

Timed Highlights:
[0:10] - Bruce Springsteen's unexpected tour invitation during college
[0:25] - The Ramones' influence on Jay's drumming style
[0:45] - Transitioning from hockey to professional drumming
[1:10] - ...

Rich and Jim invite Wes Little into the studio for a deep dive into the life of a versatile drummer who's played everywhere from the Grand Ole Opry to Carnegie Hall. 

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Highlights include:

[0:10] The vibrant Nashville drum scene

[0:25] We...

Join Rich Redmond and Steve Wilson as they dive deep into a hilarious and inspiring conversation about life as a professional musician. From playing with Dead Kennedys to voiceover work, Steve shares his incredible journey across genres and continents.

Timed Highlights:

[0:10] - Steve's musical roots and family influences

[0:25] - The wild ride of becoming a professional drummer

[0:45] - Navigating the LA music scene and j...

"Larry Romano: From King of Queens to Rock & Roll - A Hollywood Journey"

Join Rich and Jim as they talk with actor, musician, and filmmaker Larry Romano for an epic conversation spanning his incredible career.

Highlights include:

[0:10:00] - Behind-the-scenes of King of Queens and working with comedy legends

[0:25:00] - The making of "Saturday in the Park" - a passion project about musicians in 1980s New York

[0:37:...

Rich and Jim dive deep with rising country rock artist Ben Gallaher. Hear his incredible story of playing concerts in maximum security prisons, breaking free from a record label that didn't understand his sound, and building a unique musical style that's garnered 35 million views online.

Highlights:

[0:10:00] - Ben's unique journey playing concerts in state prisons for 10 years

[0:23:00] - Navigating the challenges of a reco...

Rich and Jim sit down with drummer Andy Peake for an epic conversation exploring Nashville's music scene, featuring insights into drumming, producing, and Peake's solo albums. Highlights include:

[0:05] Music City Drum Show Preview

[0:20] Peake's musical background and Nashville journey

[0:37] Discussion of first Nashville gigs with Nicolette Larson

[1:10] Peake's solo albums "Mood Swings" and "Pocket Change"

[1:25] Insigh...

Join Rich and Jim as they dive deep with drummer, engineer, and studio owner Elton Charles. From his immigrant parents' success story to navigating the Nashville music scene, Elton shares insights into his musical journey.

Timed Highlights:

[0:10] - Elton's backstory and move to Nashville

[0:25] - Discussion of Berkeley College of Music and career beginnings

[0:45] - Owning Studio 2300 Nashville and recording with top artists

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In this throwback episode from the early days of the Rich Redmond Show, Rich and Jim dive deep into the world of all things Chris McHugh! Chris's incredible career spans contemporary Christian music, country, and beyond. From Nashville's early days to modern recording techniques, this episode offers an intimate look at a legendary session drummer's life, challenges, and evolution.

Timed Highlights:

[0:00-15:00] Nashville...