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CML 012: Preparing for Musical Success with Marcus Finnie

March 2, 2014 — Leave a comment

Marcus FinnieMarcus Finnie is one of the most studious and prepared drummers I know. His incredible feel and talent has enabled him to play for such artists as BeBe and CeCe Winans, Kirk Whalum, Rachel Lampa, Michael McDonald, Larry Carlton, Donna Summer, Billy Preston, India Arie, Aaron Neville, Lady Antebellum, and many more.

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IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR MARCUS SHARE ABOUT

  • How he got his start in Nashville.
  • How to approach practicing your instrument.
  • Playing with a metronome.
  • How to tune drums and get good tones.
  • How he got into reading music.
  • Preparing to be a successful working musician.
  • His love of cooking and food.
  • The best thing to put on corn on the cob!
  • And more!

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CML006: Developing Musical Common Sense with Drummer Derico Watson

January 9, 2014 — Leave a comment

Derico Watson CML PodcastI’m very excited to have drummer Derico Watson on today’s Complete Music Life Podcast!

Derico has performed or recorded with Victor Wooten, George Duke, Stanley Clarke, Jeff Coffin, Tommy Sims, Stacie Orrico, and many others.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR DERICO SHARE ABOUT

  • What separates a pro drummer from an amateur.
  • How to develop “musical common sense.”
  • How listening to others can help your musical placement.
  • And more…

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CML 005: Drumming and Music with Marcus Hill

January 3, 2014 — 3 Comments

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The guest on today’s show is Drummer Marcus Hill.

Among many talented artists, Marcus has played for Australian guitarist Joe Robinson, Melinda Doolittle, Tommy Sims, and CeCe Winans. He also played drums on the Stellar award-winning Darwin Hobbs album, Champion.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR MARCUS SHARE ABOUT

  • The Nashville studio and production company he opened with his brother, Dwan.
  • The benefits of transcribing
  • Mistakes to avoid when playing the drums
  • Musicianship
  • And more…

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CML 001: Touring and Studio Chat with Drummer Matt Bubel

November 21, 2013 — Leave a comment

THIS PODCAST ISN’T FOR EVERYONE.

Many musicians, artists, and songwriters don’t care about “self-help” or learning about business or or even about expanding their musicianship.

But, that’s not you. You are here because you want something more.

This podcast is for people who take action – who want to stand out and go against the norm – who are willing to push themselves into new areas of knowledge in order to learn how to be a more complete musician, producer, or songwriter. If you have decided to get out of your comfort zone, I have something for you.

In the Complete Music Life Podcast, I interview accomplished people in the music industry to provide information and ideas to inspire living a fulfilling and balanced life in music.
 
I’m doing this because I believe success in the music industry is more than music. Building relationships, knowing how to use technology, using good business practices, taking care of your body, making wise decisions with money, and setting up a plan to achieve your aspirations are examples of this.

Matt_Bubel_PodcastHere to kick things off is drummer, producer, songwriter Matt Bubel (drummer for Country Music Artist Kip Moore).

IN THIS INTERVIEW, YOU’LL HEAR MATT TALK ABOUT

  • Having an open ear to various music styles
  • An inside look into Matt’s home studio
  • The importance of a morning workout
  • What a drummer should keep in mind when locking with a bass player and click
  • Networking
  • Things to keep in mind before going out on tour
  • The best advise Matt ever received
  • …and more

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