Texas State, Touring, and the Truth About Music School | Austin Baker Unfiltered | CKC EP20

Episode 20 of the Cody Kai Cast brings the rhythm and the real talk with Austin-based drummer, bandleader, and all-around entertainment machine Austin Baker (@austinbakertx). From his cutthroat days at Texas State’s music program to leading show-stopping bands across Austin, Austin pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to make it in the music world—and still have fun doing it.In this episode, Austin shares stories from the trenches of jazz school, the emotional whiplash of balancing artistry with bills, and why karaoke might be more powerful than a drum solo when it comes to winning hearts. It’s equal parts music nerd deep dive and hilarious behind-the-scenes chaos.We dive into:How Whiplash actually undersells the music school pressureThe weird flexes of old-head drummersWhy drumming in a band gets less attention than singing badly at karaokeSide gigs, burnout, and staying authentic in Austin’s music sceneThe blurred line between comedy and drummingWhether you're a musician, a comic, or just someone chasing your passion while dodging burnout, this episode hits every beat.Guest:Austin Baker – Drummer, bandleader, entertainer, and percussion graduate from Texas State UniversityHosts:Cody O’Dell & Kai Steines🎧 Tap in, laugh hard, and maybe question your life choices. Just like we do. Every week.