Planting Your Flag

Thank you for your patience! We final debrief and chat about our thoughts on this years uk drum show. Were you at this years show? Let us know on Instagram - @countusinpodcastMatt: @matt_lacey_drummerJamie: @jamiejoinermusicHarry: @harryplaysdrumsSupport the showBuy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

We'll be at this years UK Drum Show! We talk about who's on our list to see perform, what we're looking to pick up and our thoughts on the line up itself, with the lack of female drummers on the line up. Will you be at the show this year? Look out for us there and let us know who you're most excited to see at the show! @countusinpodcastMatt: @matt_lacey_drummerJamie: @jamiejoinermusicHarry: @harryplaysdrumsSupport the showBuy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

In this weeks episode, we are "Taking Stock" on our plans and progress over the year. Discussing our initial goals and plans for this year, and if any of those have been met, as well as anything we've fallen short on. What are you taking stock of so far in 2026? Let us know on Instagram: @countusinpodcastMatt - @matt_lacey_drummerJamie - @jamiejoinermusicHarry - @harryplaysdrumsSupport the showBuy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

In this episode, we continue our discussion from our "Planting Your Flag" episode and talk about being original. We dive into confidence behind the drums, talk about originality in creating parts for original bands, and if its possible to be original in a covers band. Instagram: @countusinpodcastMatt: @matt_lacey_drummerJamie: @jamiejoinermusicHarry: @harryplaysdrumsSupport the showBuy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

In this episode, we discuss teaching in groups. With Matt recently putting on a masterclass for his students, we thought it would be a good time to discuss how different it is to one-on-one teaching, how we aim to get the most value out of those group sessions and what makes a masterclass different to a group lessons. Instagram - @countusinpodcastMatt: @matt_lacey_drummerJamie: @jamiejoinermusicHarry: @harryplaysdrumsSupport the showBuy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

In this episode, we discuss the concept of “planting our flag”. Whether our “flag” is wanting to be proficient in a specific genre, being all in on studio work over live work, or being known for education, we dive deep into what our “flag” could be. Let us know if you’ve found your flag on Instagram - @countusinpodcastMatt - @matt_lacey_drummerJamie - @jamiejoinermusicHarry - @harryplaysdrums Support the showBuy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

With the summer festival season in full swing, and weddings left right and centre, we thought it would be perfect timing to talk about how we manage our schedules during a busy time like this. Connect with us on Instagram - @countusinpodcastMatt: @matt_lacey_drummerJamie: @jamiejoinermusicHarry: @harryplaysdrumsSupport the showBuy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

In this weeks episode, the trio returns! We get the lowdown on Jamies trip to Italy, Matt's new Evans Drumheads line up for his kits and Harry's thoughts on the Rolling Stones's new album! We discuss using backing tracks and our experience with them, good and bad! We discuss the easiest and most efficient way to run them and how you could incorporate it into your live set! Instagram: @countusinpodcastMatt: @matt_lacey_drummerJamie: @jamiejoinermusicHarry: @harryplaysdrumsSupport the showBuy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

In this weeks episode, Matt and Harry talk about being adaptable. We discuss different gigging situations where we’ve had to adapt our playing, but other situations that you may find yourself in. Jamie, is enjoying some time in Italy! Instagram: @countusinpodcastMatt - @matt_lacey_drummerJamie - @jamiejoinermusicHarry - @harryplaysdrumsSupport the showBuy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

In this episode, we discuss our essential gig gear! From our go-to essentials, to our gig savers, and best finds, we talk all the items we can't gig without! What are your bits of essential gig gear? Let us know on our instagram - @harryplaysdrums*Apologies for the audio issues - Our normal recording situation surprised with a last minute update that isn't valid with Harry's Mac so he's recording through AirPod Pro's via an iPad. We appreciate you listening! Matt: @matt_lacey_drummerJamie: @jamiejoinermusicHarry: @harryplaysdrumsSupport the showBuy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast