431 – [Daniel Glass Show]: Deconstructing Jeff Porcaro
In this episode, Daniel and Chris Brady analyze the career of the legendary Jeff Porcaro, and explain why his drumming style remains so influential, more than 25 years after his … more
In this episode, Daniel and Chris Brady analyze the career of the legendary Jeff Porcaro, and explain why his drumming style remains so influential, more than 25 years after his … more
In this episode, Daniel looks at count offs and fills, and explains why a deeper understanding of these “musical transitions” can make all the difference between a good drummer and … more
In this episode, Daniel talks with guitarist, engineer and television composer Rich Tozzoli about their work recording music cues for various reality television series. What’s covered in this session: Rich’s … more
In this episode, Daniel dives deep into the concept of “diversification,” and shares four key reasons why developing a musical career based on this model can lead to stability, success, … more
In this episode, Daniel talks with noted drummer, historian and collector Brooks Tegler about all things Gene Krupa. What’s covered in this session: Brooks’ experiences growing up in a musical … more
Many consider John Bonham to be the greatest rock drummer of all time, but in our attempts to capture his magic in our own playing, we often overlook the elements … more
Many consider John Bonham to be the greatest rock drummer of all time, but in our attempts to capture his magic in our own playing, we often overlook key aspects … more
Whether you play in a single band, or work as a freelancer with a variety of artists, its incumbent for every drummer to seek a deeper understanding of the role … more
In this podcast, Daniel defines the “unusual life” that we lead as musicians, and offers five strategies designed to help you acknowledge, accept and embrace the radical idea of turning … more
In this session, Daniel continues his in-depth exploration of grip, breaking down each three of the primary grips (German, French and Traditional), sharing their origins, and showing exercises to develop … more
In the first of two sessions focusing on grip, Daniel unpacks the fundamentals involved with holding a drumstick, and explains why a deeper understanding of grip is vital if we … more
In this session, Daniel shares the strange but true story of his 1991 “Halloween audition” with the legendary “mock rock” band Spinal Tap (which took place in the end zone … more