The Rich Redmond Show

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

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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 ...

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...

Rich and Jim dive deep with multi-talented Rob Ricotta in this high-energy episode. Highlights include:

[0:15] Rob's journey from church band drummer to touring with John Morgan [22:30] Behind-the-scenes of voiceover work and character creation [35:45] Balancing multiple creative careers in music and acting [48:20] Hilarious voice-over challenges and impersonation battles [1:05:10] Rob's inspirations and future goals in d...

Rich and Jim chat with rock legend Stan Lynch, founding drummer of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. 

Highlights include:

[0:12:30] - Early drumming influences and learning to play with restraint [0:24:00] - The magic of recording Damn the Torpedoes [0:45:00] - Working with Don Henley and transitioning from drummer to producer [0:52:30] - Reflections on modern music and staying creative [1:03:30] - Introducing his ne...

Join Rich Redmond and Jim McCarthy as they dive deep with Dango Cellan, a versatile drummer who's played with Scott Stapp, Amber Pacific, and Hawthorne Heights. Discover the secrets of surviving and thriving in the music industry, balancing multiple gigs, and maintaining passion through decades of drumming.

Timed Highlights: [0:05] - Dango's Impressive Musical Journey [0:15] - Nashville's Drumming Hustle Culture [0:30] - B...

Rich and Jim dive deep with Nashville drummer, songwriter, and storyteller Vince Santoro. From his early days playing drums in Washington D.C. to becoming a staple in Nashville's music scene, Vince shares his incredible journey through music, including his work with Felix Cavalieri, Rodney Crowell, and his upcoming solo record "Exposed".

Timed Highlights: [0:05] - Vince's early musical influences: Beatles, Kinks, Stones, a...

Christopher Williams is the powerhouse drummer for the legendary metal band Accept. Join Rich and Jim as they explore Williams' incredible musical journey from small-town South Carolina to sharing stages with rock icons like Gene Simmons and Ace Frehley.

 Hear hilarious tour stories, learn about his woodworking side hustle, and discover the dedication behind becoming a world-class drummer. From heavy metal to Nashville's r...

"Bass, Bands, and Backstage Stories: Brian Arsenault's 25-Year Musical Journey"

Join Rich Redmond and Brian Arsenault as they dive deep into the life of a professional bass player, exploring his incredible journey from Canadian country bars to touring with Gary Allen for 25 years. Highlights include:

[0:10] Early Touring Days: Brian's wild first experiences in a Winnebago with a fighting band [0:25] Nashville Arrival: Ho...

Join Rich Redmond as he sits down with Parker McCollum's drummer Jonathan Bostwick for an epic conversation covering his musical evolution. Highlights include:

[0:15] - From Ohio to Nashville: Jonathan's musical roots

[0:30] - Uber driving days and early musician struggles

[22:00] - Breaking into the country music scene with Parker McCollum

[45:00] - Performing at massive venues like George Strait's record-breaking Kyle Fi...

In this episode of the Rich Redmond Show, drummer-turned-producer Ben Jackson shares his incredible story of musical reinvention. Dive into a candid conversation about transitioning from touring musician to studio wizard, navigating the Nashville music scene, and building a successful career by constantly evolving. Ben reveals insights into modern music production, the art of co-writing, and the importance of staying adapt...

Join Rich Redmond as he sits down with Gerald Ware, a multi-talented musician, Navy submarine veteran, and PhD holder. Highlights include:

[0:00-0:15] Musical Influences: Gerald shares stories about bassist Joseph "Lucky" Scott [0:20-0:35] Musical Philosophy: Treating songs like relationships [0:45-1:00] Career Journey: From Navy submarine service to architecture and drumming [1:15-1:30] Comedians and Creativity: Discussio...

Join Rich Redmond and Jim McCarthy as they dive deep with Matt Nolan, Lainey Wilson's touring drummer, in an epic conversation that explores his musical journey, rise to success, and behind-the-scenes stories from the country music world.

Timed Highlights:

0:10:00 - From Van Life to Grammy Success: Matt's incredible rise with Lainey Wilson

0:25:30 - Drumming Influences: Discussing jazz legends Tony Williams and Elvin Jones

Rich and Jim sit down with veteran Nashville drummer John McTighe for an intimate conversation about his remarkable musical career. From playing with legendary artists like Don McClean and Raul Malo to creating innovative drumming accessories and recording a critically acclaimed solo album, McTighe shares fascinating stories from his decades in music. Discover the evolution of Nashville's music scene, hear about his time a...

Join Rich Redmond and Jim as they dive deep with Grammy-nominated drummer Greg Lohman, exploring his incredible musical career and inspiring recovery from a life-changing accident. From Nashville's music scene to overcoming personal challenges, Greg shares candid stories of resilience, passion, and the power of personal capital.

Timed Highlights:

[0:10] - Greg's early drumming beginnings with pots and pans

[0:25] - Playi...