Drummers on Drumming
A podcast for drummers who think too much. Ben Hilzinger talks to the greats about creativity, identity, staying sane, and finding purpose behind the kit.
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 53 minutes
- Episodes
- 252
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Ilan Rubin (Nine Inch Nails, Danny Elfman, Angels & Airwaves): Start Somewhere To Go Somewhere
Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming!
Today, I’m thrilled to share a conversation with a true force in modern drumming—Ilan Rubin. You’ve heard his incredible work behind the kit with artists like Ni…
00:42:31 |
Wed 27 Nov 2024
The Drum Panel: The Ultimate Compliment, Jazz Study—Essential or Overrated?, and Is the Band Drummer Era Over?
Episode 6 of The Drum Panel
This week's guests are two of my favorite drummers and people, Sarab Singh (MUNA) and Adam Christgau (Tegan and Sara).
In this episode, we dive into:
What’s the greatest…
00:48:58 |
Wed 20 Nov 2024
Big Fat Five: Lucy Ritter (Chappell Roan) Share Her Top 5 Influential Records
We’ve got another installment of Big Fat Five: a segment where I talk to drummers about the stories and records that shaped their sound.
Today’s guest is Lucy Ritter, a New York/New Jersey native who…
00:40:22 |
Wed 13 Nov 2024
The Drum Panel: Timeless Drum Tones, AI’s Impact, Advice We’d Give Our Younger Selves, and More...
Episode 5 of The Drum Panel
This week's guests are my co-host Eric Urrea (Marina City / Sessions) and good buddy Kris Mazzarisi (owner/founder of Big Fat Snare Drum).
SUBMIT YOUR CONTROVERSIAL MUSI…
00:42:45 |
Wed 06 Nov 2024
Big Fat Five: Jesse Boyle (Chase Atlantic) Shares His Top 5 Influential Records...
Today I’m joined by Jesse Boyle, my good buddy and the drummer for the boundary-pushing band Chase Atlantic. Known for blending genres like alternative, R&B, and electronic music, Jesse’s unique appr…
00:40:05 |
Wed 30 Oct 2024
'Big Fat Five' Is Becoming 'Drummers on Drumming' + A Book Announcement
Hey friends, Ben Hilzinger here. I wanted to take a few minutes to talk to you about a pretty exciting shift I’m making with this podcast. After much thought, I’ve decided to change the name of the p…
00:03:29 |
Wed 23 Oct 2024
The Drum Panel: Stealing Feel, Perfect Drum Takes, and Defining Pocket
Episode 4 of The Drum Panel
This week's guests are my good buddies Kris Mazzarisi (owner/founder of Big Fat Snare Drum), and Mark Stepro (The Wallflowers, Butch Walker).
In this episode, we dive int…
00:50:17 |
Wed 16 Oct 2024
Big Fat Five: Julian Wieder (Independent) Shares His Top 5 Influential Records
Our guest today is one of Berlin’s rising stars in the drumming world, Julian Wieder. At just 25, he’s already making serious moves across the RnB, Hip-Hop, and Indie scene, both on stage and in the …
00:34:29 |
Tue 08 Oct 2024
Big Fat Five: Gabe Smith (Gracie Abrams) Shares His Top 5 Influential Records
Our guest today is Gabe Smith, the current CEO of Drums for Gracie Abrams Inc. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, now based in New York City, Gabe has also worked with incredible contemporary ar…
00:25:37 |
Wed 02 Oct 2024
The Drum Panel: The Worth of Gear: Are Drum Heroes Still Relevant?...and yes, we talk about Oasis
Episode 3 of The Drum Panel
This week's guests are my good buddies Gunnar Olsen (Puscifer, Carina Round), Neal Daniels (Matchbox 20, Liz Phair), Mike Robinson (Blame My Youth, Food On Tour Podcast).…
00:47:16 |
Wed 25 Sep 2024
Big Fat Five: Daniel Glass (Royal Crown Revue, Author/Historian) Shares His Top 5 Influential Records
Our guest today is Daniel Glass. Daniel is a renowned drummer, educator, and historian known for his deep expertise in the roots of American drumming, particularly in jazz, swing, and early rock 'n' …
00:54:59 |
Wed 18 Sep 2024
The Drum Panel: Gear Criticism, Flat Toms, and Endorsement Realities: Can You Play Without Knowing the Vocals?
Episode 2 PART DEUX of The Drum Panel
Welcome to The Drum Panel—a segment where a rotating group of professional drummers engages in roundtable discussions on polarizing and controversial drum topic…
00:44:43 |
Wed 11 Sep 2024
Big Fat Five: Taye Dever Shares His Top 5 Influential Records
Our guest today is Taye Dever, a young drummer from North Carolina who recently came onto my radar and quickly grabbed my attention. Taye draws inspiration from a diverse range of genres, including R…
00:28:45 |
Wed 04 Sep 2024
The Drum Panel: Click Tracks, Minimal Setups, and the Truth About Bass Drums
Episode 2 of The Drum Panel
Welcome to The Drum Panel—a show where a rotating group of professional drummers engages in roundtable discussions on polarizing and controversial drum topics submitted by…
00:46:41 |
Wed 28 Aug 2024
Big Fat Five: Philo Tsoungui's (The Mars Volta) Top 5 Influential Records
Today's guest is Philo Tsoungui, an independent drummer based in Berlin, Germany. Philo has played with many incredible artists both in Germany and internationally, including a recent stint with The …
00:41:57 |
Wed 21 Aug 2024
The Drum Panel: Rudiments, Triggers, and the Lars/Ringo Debate: What Really Matters in Modern Drumming?
Today, my good friend and fellow professional drummer, Eric Urrea, and I are excited to launch the pilot episode of a new segment on our podcast, tentatively named “The Drum Panel.”
Drummers are know…
00:56:12 |
Wed 14 Aug 2024
Big Fat Five: Adolfo Torres (M.I.J.O.) Shares His Top 5 Influential Records
This week’s guest is Adolfo Torres. Adolfo's musical journey started in Cali, Colombia, and from a young age, his passion for music was evident, leading his parents to enroll him in drum lessons. Thi…
00:43:21 |
Wed 31 Jul 2024
Big Fat Five: Jost Nickel (Jan Delay & Disko No. 1) Shares His Top 5 Influential Records
Our guest today is none other than Jost Nickel, a renowned German drummer, composer, and educator. Jost is part of the golden generation of drummers from Germany, alongside his friends and fellow dru…
00:46:24 |
Wed 24 Jul 2024
Big Fat Five: Nick Wilkerson (formerly of White Reaper) Shares His Top 5 Influential Records
This week's guest is Nick Wilkerson. For the past decade, Nick has been the drummer for the critically acclaimed Louisville, KY rock band, White Reaper. Recently, he decided to embark on a solo journ…
00:26:00 |
Wed 17 Jul 2024
Big Fat Five: Isaiah Weatherspoon's Top 5 Influential Records
This week's guest is Isaiah Weatherspoon, a Philadelphia-based drummer who started playing at the age of four. He went on to graduate from Berklee College of Music in 2019 with a Bachelor's degree in…
00:46:35 |
Wed 10 Jul 2024
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