Reviews
Fantastic podcast for music fans. It’s great to hear the perspectives of so many drummers who are integral to some amazing music yet you rarely hear their voices. It spans many decades and genres: pop, rock, punk, funk, mainstream and alternative. And they talk about everything. Host Joe Wong...Read full review »
rockdaddy55 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/11/23
If you like drums, if you reflect on your playing, if you like music, and if you want to hear honesty in the shared experience between drummers and more. This is for you.
JustPizza via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/04/23
geat show... if only for the BB interview! Ha! (my fav!) a lot of great drummers. looking forward to hearing more! keep up the good work Joe and Chris et al this is indeed a great asset to all musicians... glad i found this... pass it along. long live The Trap Set !!!
yo nickyG via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/19/23
Delivery of daily episodes during the COVID-19 crisis shows incredible commitment. Thanks so much, Joe!
EarthToTubeSock via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/20/21
Joe’s deep musical knowledge and astute observations stemming from his own emotional development is as interesting to me as the guests he interviews. I often feel like I’m hanging with a good friend while listening. Whether you’re a drummer or just a lover of music this podcast is certainly worth...Read full review »
Bcfonglee via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/28/21
Great job! Great stories...even from guys/bands that I’m not that into! Such an enjoyable show and such an inspiration to keep practicing!
Smg1824 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/07/21
This is one of the best interview podcasts of any genre, not just drummer or music related. High production value, insightful questions, interesting guests. Joe has a pleasant voice, speaks from his experience as a professional musician, but gives the guests room to tell their stories without...Read full review »
crwhite007 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/02/21
The host does a great job asking interesting questions; great at making guests comfortable. I really wish they would use some compressors and coach the guests about talking directly into the mic. Or get better mics. When they speak loudly, you have to turn the podcast down, but then you can’t...Read full review »
Trying to get stuff done via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/01/21
I don’t necessarily play drums (well) but these interviews are so great to hear as a musician. Keep it up!
oh mang via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/16/20
Incredible guests, and Joe Wong is such a good interviewer. He's able to get really interesting stuff out of his guests, rather than just the usual talking points. Love it!Read full review »
Dirt city via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/30/20
Joe asks very in-depth and honest questions, while also letting the guest wander in wonderful ways, accessing areas of their career or life in unexpected ways.
MaddThunk via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/24/20
Wong's show is good and worth checking into time and again. He has improved a lot as an interviewer and has a pleasant voice. Way better than the Sound Opinions of the world, as it is far deeper and long form, not as good as Protonic Reversal. Too bad about the shift away from being about the...Read full review »
H.Hayden via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/21/20
Check out the Zachary Barocas interview; an excellent talk with one of my absolute favorite drummers!!!
theidolnessofmods via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/13/20
If there’s a better podcast for interviews with music legends, I haven’t heard it. Bravo Joe
GroperSteve via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/14/20
I never miss an episode even if I’ve never heard of the guest. To me, that’s when I know a podcast is great. Thanks, Joe!
JaxnJaxn via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/10/20
Listening to the Ian Mackaye now and this interview repeatedly interrupts and confuses the points Ian made. Let them talk. Listen to what they say. Ian repeatedly has to correct the questions this guy was asking because he didn’t let him talk. I did enjoy the podcast but the session stutters...Read full review »
Lazzzzzzared via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/25/20
Love the Trap Set and the wide variety of guests Joe brings on. Couldn’t recommend this podcast highly enough.
dreaminterpreter333 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/17/20
No one interviews like Joe, and no one has guests like he does. His extensive background and love for music makes every conversation extremely interesting. I didn’t know that there was some who would interview people like Brian Chippendale and Thor Harris. Bringing artists like them, and ones I...Read full review »
Nico. D. via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/17/20
This is one of my favorite podcasts. Joe is an amzing interviewer who makes the most out of his interviews. Enjoyable if you play drums or if you don't. The podcast is more about the lives of these muscians than playing.Read full review »
Jaehfiaenfiaehwfionawelckmw via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/13/20
Always fascinating whether you're a drummer or not. Joe is one of the best interviewers out there with a great "bedside manner" that gets people to really open up. Highest recommendation!Read full review »
Glitterbust via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/01/20
Hey Joe, I enjoying your show immensely. It’s meaningfully about people lives / not just gear & bios. Thanks for doing it! I think you’d enjoy talking to Stephen Hodges (Tom awaits, Mavis, David Lynch, etc). Have you considered having him on?
Bumpy head via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/26/20
Fantastic podcast! Joe is a great interviewer. Awesome musical guest.
Stevendubyuh via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/25/20
Thanks for this podcast — especially now. @joanaspolicewoman was a perfect guest for this moment. Could we have Keith Carlock sometime soon, please?
downesdesignOG via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 03/22/20
Joe, interviews drummers and musicians from from across the musical spectrum, it’s not just about drumming, but I’ll admit my respect and admiration for the drummers has grown over the years. He deceptively relaxed interview style often get great insights and stories. I’ve been listening to this...Read full review »
cadence- via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 03/20/20
Thank you, Joe, for sharing these conversations.
bagelwide via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/18/20
Joe Wong’s interview style is almost like that of a therapy session for his subjects, which include some of the greatest drummers and other musicians in the world. He has a knack for being able to make almost anyone cry . . . in a good way!
Ben Edge via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/11/20
Thanks for making such a terrific podcast! I’m new to drumming and enjoy your show as both entertainment and a learning experience as I begin to navigate the world of drumming.
bithanderthal via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/15/20
Frustrating interview with the great Ian MacKaye... just let the man speak... Joe Wong kept on cutting him off time and time again.
Ant Corrigated via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 02/06/20
Great podcast!! Love it!
Wanking chariot via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 01/31/20
I recently discovered The Trap Set podcast and have had a chance to listen to a handful of them. I appreciate the in depth interviews and production quality of the podcast overall. Great subjects and a lot of insights from many different drummers. Keep it up!
Lotechie Mo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/06/20
This has consistently been my favorite podcast. I have discovered so much about being a musician, an artist, and so much new music because of Joe’s work. I’m into my 30s now and have started playing music again because of this. Thank you Joe.
Dean Kewntz via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/04/20
I have listened to lots of podcasts over the last decade, but nothing compares to this. I am a musician, but not a drummer. I dont know who most of his guests are really. Nevertheless, the musical depth and emotional intelligence that Joe Wong demonstrates in these incredible conversations...Read full review »
happy happy haappy via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/16/19
Joe delicately enchants talented musical geniuses into a psychological safe-zone treehouse where honest discussions unfold about craft, origin, and technique. I appreciate how well Joe can balance conversations between a celebration of uniqueness and nostalgia of common cultural archetypes.
0tterbahn via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/22/19
great podcast, binged hard at work today.
kidbenson via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/09/19
Wow!! That J. Robbins Podcast is so intense and emotional!! Thanx a lot!!
johnnyhanson via Apple Podcasts · Germany · 10/08/19
Great podcast-looking forward to Paddy Boom interview. Bruford interview was off the hook
finster3 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/17/19
Get a next level look into the lives of drumming’s greats. I love and look forward to this amazing podcast!!!
Aar On via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/03/19
First heard Trap set with Joe Wong on Milwaukee's best radio station WMSE 91.7. Great interviews with great musicians. Oh wow what an awesomeRead full review »
Thundersnow001 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/31/19
This podcast is near the pinnacle of human endeavour. Joe Wong is an interviewy genius.
AxeMeHoop via Apple Podcasts · France · 08/29/19
Phenomenal!
Gabriel A.Z via Apple Podcasts · Brazil · 08/22/19
Great podcast! Even when you don’t know much about the interviewee the quality of conversation is excellent! Ray Barbee interview could’ve been twice as long afaic, and the Ian Mackaye one is excellent!
martyn3024 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/23/19
Interview suggestions if I may? Brendan Cohen-Vision of Disorder J.R. Conners - Cave In
jpeethreeohh via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/22/19
Love this Podcast and some of the guests are EXCEPTIONAL! Joe’s blend of deep chat and casual interview skills makes for a tremendous listen :) Have learned so much for my own series, That Drummer! Michael T
Mktge via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 07/09/19
I love Joe.
The Ol' Grey Ghost via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/29/19
This podcast is so fascinating to listen to. Growing up hearing these artists play and then hearing them talk in-depth about their lives just makes me smile. The stuff I’ve discovered and learned with every interview just keeps me coming back for more. Well done, Joe! Keep up the amazing...Read full review »
Goss33 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 05/05/19
I don't normally go for interview style podcasts, and I don't know that I necessarily would have been drawn to a "drummer only" (it's not that exclusive per se) podcast, but Joe's style of interviewing is so piercingly direct that amazing and moving conversations happen...Read full review »
catniptoy via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/02/19
Thank you for bringing out the stories of my fave drummers, and intro-ing me to guys (and gals) I've never heard of. Every episode is a full listen. No skips!Read full review »
tron313 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/06/19
Joe is the best. This is an amazing podcast on so many incredible artists and their stories.
Chezchez via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/31/19
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