631 – Mark Pusey (Ed Sheeran/Studio): Diving Deep

When Mark Pusey decides to do something, he dives deep – literally and figuratively. The studio and touring musician known for his work with Ed Sheeran, Tom Jones, Olly Murs, Major Motion Picture Soundtracks and more is also a deep sea diver.

When you have the ability to put any element in your favor, do it.

Mark Pusey

In his own words, he doesn’t “give anything a half-effort” and instead takes the time to learn as much as he can about a particular style of music, a band or how to explore a cave deep beneath the ocean surface. As a student of his craft, his reputation proceeds him as someone who shows up on time, prepared and ready to do whatever the job requires. “This is a blue-collar job” says Mark, and he’s definitely not afraid to get his hands dirty preparing for or executing on the gig.

Mark Pusey talks about:

• Being hypnotized by the drums from a young age
• The pros and cons of freelance drumming over being in a band
• How much more valuable it is to receive recognition from peers than fans
• His advice for how to learn different styles
• Getting yourself out there in the music scene
• Working with Ed Sheeran
• Dealing with the pandemic and how it halted the music industry

Resources/Links mentioned:

• Contact Mark: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube
• Young Gun Silver Fox
• Gary Chaffee books
• The New Breed by Gary Chester