Rich Redmond Interview - Drummer's Resource Podcast
November 11, 2013

004 – Rich Redmond: C.R.A.S.H course for success!

In this podcast I talk to Country star drummer Rich Redmond of the  Jason Aldean Band. Rich is a high-energy guy whose passion and dedication to his craft has placed him atop the Nashville music scene as a first-call session and touring drummer. Rich Redmond’s Bio (From RichRedmond.com) Rich Redmond is an influential touring/recording drummer/percussionist based in Nashville, Tennessee and Los Angeles, California. His versatile, dynamic, and rock solid drumming is the sound behind many of today’s top talents. A musical showman in the spirit of Gene Krupa, Rich has toured/recorded/performed with: Jason Aldean, Ludacris, Kelly Clarkson, Bryan Adams, Joe Perry, Jewel, Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Brantley Gilbert, John Eddie, Pam Tillis, Susan Ashton, Deana Carter, Kid Rock, Lauren Alaina, Trace Adkins, Randy Owens, Marty Stuart, Mindy McReady, Rushlow, Gene Watson, John Anderson, Doc Walker, Jedd Hughes, Patricia Conroy, Earl Thomas Conley, Hank Williams III, Emily West, Jo El Sonnier, Jim Brickman, Lee Brice, Steel Magnolia, The Stellas, Kevin Fowler and many others. As the drumming powerhouse behind Grammy nominated mega star JASON ALDEAN, Rich has recorded 17 #1 singles with over 7 million albums sold and well over 13 million single downloads. As a high-energy live showman, Rich plays sold out shows of 20-60,000 fans nightly in amphitheaters, arenas and stadiums across North America. Rich has appeared many times on the trail of late night shows such as: The Voice, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien, Conan, Jimmy Fallon, The Jimmy Kimmel Show, Craig Ferguson, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Michael and Kelly Show, Ellen, Austin City Limits, The CMA Awards, The ACM Awards, The CMT Awards, The ACA Awards, numerous GAC and CMT Specials, and of course, The Grammy Awards. As a member of the production team known as New Voice Entertainment (NV), Rich is constantly developing new talent such as Thompson Square, whose first single “Are you Gonna Kiss Me Or Not”? was a #1 single and the most played song on radio in 2011. Rich attended The University of North Texas and toured/recorded with the prestigious 1:00 Lab Band. Rich was voted “Best Country Drummer” and “Best Clinician” by Modern Drummer Magazine in 2010 and “Best Country Drummer” by Drum! Magazine in 2011. Rich now combines his classical training and ‘street smarts’ musicianship to bring his passion filled drumming to the world.

“Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” – Napoleon Hill (Tweet this)

In this episode you’ll hear Rich Redmond talk about:

    • How he got started playing drums
    • How he ended up in Nashville
    • Secrets and insider tips for networking and getting gigs
    • Dreams, passion and dedication and how to stay motivated
    • Playing in empty bars to selling out stadiums
    • Advice for drummers of all skill level who want to become a pro

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Resources and Links Mentioned in the Podcast:

Rich Redmond’s Official Website
C.R.A.S.H. Course For Success Drummer Weekend
Jason Aldean’s Tour Dates
New Voice Entertainment
Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC)

 

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