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“The episodes are always inspiring and informative and I eagerly await new ones for my Thursday drive to my gig. I appreciate the variety and some guests’ point of view and stories resonate more than others with me, but I learn and take away something from each and every episode, and I encourage...”Read full review »
Allgretsch via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/06/23
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“Great podcast guys. It’s fun and informative to hear your episodes as a bass player. I know and have played with many of your guests and I learn so much. Keep up the great work!”
lownotes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/29/22
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“This podcast consistently knocks it out. Always learning something from the conversations, I really appreciate how the hosts are prepared and have insightful questions. It’s genuine and gives a perspective of what it’s really like to work as a drummer, build a career and even the tradeoffs folks...”Read full review »
Bangbanggoesthedrum via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/22
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“This podcast is not only a must-listen for drummers, but it is a must-listen for ALL musicians. Great content and guests!”
ConfusedBreakfastPodcast via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/11/22
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“they are cool”
xXx_drumboy69_xXx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/21
“I swear my roommate is a talking advertisement for these guys. They podcast is pretty good and even though I’ve never touched a drum set before it’s a good listen. But my roommate idolizes Matthew Crouse, you’d think Matthew is his dad or something. Any ways, cool dudes cool podcast. My roommate...”Read full review »
Concerned Roommate via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/21
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“Matt and Zack are great interviewers who really know how to get interesting facts from their guests. I learn something new and interesting from EVERY episode.”
Mrhyn495 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/21
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“I always enjoy the podcast usually no matter who is on. Ill learn a tid-bit if info from every episode. Also all drummers seem cool at any age or music style and willing to talk about anything. But please don’t beg me to get an experimental vaccine, it kills the vibe bro.”
ryandrumkng via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/21
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“Dave Weckl episode was really good, interesting, well prepared. Go ahead and listen!”
h4ppyJ via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
12/19/20
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“Great hosts/interviewer. I was immediately hooked in episode #259 (interview with Matt Brennan), once they touch upon the historic, symbolic nature of the drum in both “slavery” and “conquest” and how the drum was linked pejoratively to subhuman culture.
Ringo Starr and the Ludwig decal on his...”Read full review »
Hatshepsut's phone via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/19/20
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“Matt and Zach are doing a great job bringing to light some lesser-known drummers who are making a living playing the drums. Of course, the get some big fish in there too and it's always entertaining an informative. Every path and story is unique and there is a lot of practical information in...”Read full review »
kidbanty via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/27/19
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“Zach is a great host providing thoughtful commentary on the lives of these accomplished drummers. As an aspiring musicians it is great to hear the stories for professionals in the industry. Love the podcast! Keep up the good work 👍🏼”
soyface via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/19/19
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“Great podcast with some top notch interviewers who pull informative and inspiring information from some amazing drummers! Thank you!!”
Aar On via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/19
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“I play drums in my basement for my own entertainment, and so I am not trying to develop a professional career. But I find Working Drummer to be an entertaining, informative, and funny look at the music industry. It's cool to learn about the work and life of professional drummers, and get...”Read full review »
KatieZigs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/27/19
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“Zack and Matt are great hosts who ask insightful and thoughtful questions because they are full time working drummers themselves. Both hosts seem to have different backgrounds, musical experiences, contacts, and live in different cities, which provides a nice variey of guests and topics.”
Jazz Fan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/18
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“This podcast is absolutely fantastic! I began listening from the beginning and I have benefitted from EACH podcast in some way! That’s not hyperbole: I learn something about the music business, gear, recording, live work, emotional stamina needed to succeed, etc. Most importantly, it...”Read full review »
Mercury8590 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/18
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“Love your interviews and content keep up the good work and thank you for providing such a fantastic service that is full of insight and wisdom from great drummers. Thank you”
HDV1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/22/18
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“Solid podcast that is hosted well. Enjoyable and informative conversations with drummers.”
Bucklee3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/17
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“solid interviews with knowledgeable players. A good podcast is based on passion, knowledge, an interesting rolodex, and an ability to get people to talk. The crew at Working Drummer brings this to the table.
There are hundreds of skilled drummers out there, Working Drummer provides us with...”Read full review »
bbrosa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/03/17
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“Matt always asks great questions steering clear of gear conversation and more of things we usually don't hear in interviews. There's usually a good tip and always good insight to being a touring drummer as well as a local working drummer. This is also a great way to find out about...”Read full review »
_kukus_ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/17
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“Excellent guests and content, the 100 episode round table HAD ME DYING! Lol, those guys are savages.
Podcast is an excellent wake up call regarding the industry and this line of work. KEEP IT UP--”
M1bennett via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/17
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“Add me to the list of people who enjoy this podcast!”
John Smith Esq. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/29/17
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“This podcast is awesome! Matthew and Zack have a great grasp on what's happening in the modern world of music. They are interviewing a nice variety of musicians who are in the trenches doing the work, playing, touring, teaching, and making music today, which gives a unique and approachable...”Read full review »
WWS II via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/17
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“This podcast is a must for any working musician. Matt is incredibly relatable and the content is just down to earth and full of a variety of amazing perspectives! Love it!”
Shansdrumn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/17
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“Insightful interviews full of useful information for the working player.”
kfrank8 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/17
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“These podcasts are full of material I go to clinics for. Information, reasons why decisions are made, personal paths and testimonies. I aboslutely love this podcast and grateful to be a part of the podcast too. !!”
the bald drummer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/13/16
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“This podcast gives an inside look at the who's, how's, and why's of the best studio/touring drummers out there today.....enjoy hearing the behind the scenes stories and advice from the top guys.”Read full review »
Mark Domme via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/21/16
“This podcast gives great insights and advice from working professional drummers that is invaluable to ones journey to become one of those working drummers. Matthew Crouse and Mike Jackson do a great job in keeping them interesting and sounding fantastic. Also glad to hear of the expansion and...”Read full review »
LeeKelleyOnDrums.com via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/16
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“I came across the podcast through youtube (my son and I were watching Rich Redmond clips). I've really enjoyed learning what it's really like to be a professional drummer - the struggles, the stories, and the insights they share for how to play better and increase your chances for...”Read full review »
Rex2978 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/16
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“I love hearing these (mostly Nashville-based) professional drummers talking about their craft and the realities of the music business in the current Digital Era. Matthew does a great job pulling the information out of these unsung heroes that you’d like to know to improve your own ‘game” as a...”Read full review »
BonzoTunes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/16
“I’ve learned SO much from listening to WDP. So much more in depth than the magazines currently out. I LOVED the Kevin Murphy podcast! I’ve been binge listening to catch up. I’m almost there.
Do you think you’ll do an interview with Lester Estelle?”
z13kzhats via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/05/15
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“What makes this podcast outstanding is the approach. He’s not interviewing superstars, but the solid core of musicians who are putting in the hard work. It’s great for hobbyists but especially applicable to those who are working as a drummer or aspiring to do so.
SUBSCRIBE!!!”
Austinht via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/15
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“Do you want to know what it really takes to sustain a career as a sideman in the music industry? You can get it straight from the folks who do it day in and day out behind a set of drums.”
Prodrumguy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/11/15
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“I’ve checked out 4 other Drum Related Podcasts and Working Drummer is easily me favorite. Matthew does a great job of asking questions one might ask these working drummers and steers the conversation in a good direction every time. I’ve actually enjoyed this Podcast more than others with bigger...”Read full review »
SteerPzl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/06/15
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“I have been listening to this podcast from the beginning and I have to say it has been wonderful. It gives a great onsite to what it takes to become successful as a working drummer in the modern music industry. The interviews are with drummers who are out there right now making a living doing...”Read full review »
Inten_Z via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/15/15
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