Drummers Only Podcast #72 - Fraser West (Skerryvore)

Visit us for all things DRUMS: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.drummersonly.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠ Fraser West is the drummer for Scottish Celtic Rock band Skerryvore. Since 2004 the band have released 9 albums including a live album and have toured all over the world. As indie as band can be they have done literally all of it themselves. From designing and printing posters to fixing all the gigs and running PA and lights from the stage. Chris and Fraser talk about all things his career and the ups and downs of running a succesful touring band. Recorded in May 2023. Follow Fraser: https://instagram.com/frasedrums https://www.instagram.com/skerryvore/ https://skerryvore.com/home/ ✉️ Email: [email protected] 📞 Call: 0141 429 3799 💬 Live chat - ⁠https://drummersonly.co.uk/⁠ FOLLOW US: 📸 Instagram - ⁠https://instagram.com/drummersonlyuk⁠ 📕 Facebook - ⁠https://facebook.com/drummersonlyuk⁠ 📹 TikTok - ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@drummersonlyuk⁠

Visit us for all things DRUMS:  ⁠⁠http://www.drummersonly.co.uk/⁠⁠ Steve Smith is a highly accomplished drummer whose style embodies the history of U.S. music. With a career spanning over four decades, he has performed with jazz and rock legends, including Journey, Bryan Adams, Mariah Carey, and Jean-Luc Ponty. Smith has also collaborated with jazz greats like Zakir Hussain, Buddy DeFranco, and Dave Liebman. He has recorded albums that have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. As a band leader, Smith tours with his group Vital Information, which is approaching its 40th anniversary. In 2017, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Steve Smith, a versatile drummer, is known for his modern style rooted in the rich traditions of American music. He began playing at a young age and studied at the Berklee College of Music. Throughout his career, Smith has toured, recorded, and produced music, working with renowned artists such as Hiromi, Benny Golson, and Ahmad Jamal. Currently, he leads his band Vital Information and recently released the album "Time Flies." Smith's contributions to music have earned him global recognition, and he remains a respected figure in both the jazz and rock communities. Follow Steve: https://www.vitalinformation.com/ https://www.facebook.com/vitalinformation https://www.instagram.com/stevesmithdrums/ Listen to the latest Vital Information record, "Time Flies": https://ffm.to/rr9o6k6 ✉️ Email: [email protected] 📞 Call: 0141 429 3799 💬 Live chat - ⁠https://drummersonly.co.uk/⁠ FOLLOW US: 📸 Instagram - ⁠https://instagram.com/drummersonlyuk⁠ 📕 Facebook - ⁠https://facebook.com/drummersonlyuk⁠ 📹 TikTok - ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@drummersonlyuk⁠ VISIT OUR BLOG 📝 - ⁠https://drummersonly.co.uk/blog/⁠ WHO ARE WE? Drummers Only are the leading UK drum store. We sell a range of Drum Kits, Cymbals, Snare Drums, Electronic Kits and much more.  We are passionate about drums and believe our service and commitment to what we do separates us from soulless chain stores and faceless euro websites. If we don’t like it, we won’t stock it. ✅ Free Next Day Delivery ✅ Expert help & advice ✅ Trade-In Your Old Gear! ✅ Buy Now, Pay Later Options!

Visit us for all things DRUMS:  ⁠http://www.drummersonly.co.uk/⁠ Darryn Farrugia is an independent drummer currently based in Melbourne, Australia. Darryn became interested in jazz at 14 and eventually studied at the Victorian College of the Arts under the tutelage of his long-time instructor, Frank Corniola. This was followed by individual lessons in the United States with drummers like Marvin 'Smitty' Smith and Joe Morello. Darryn's credits include the drum chair for the popular TV show 'Hey, Hey, It's Saturday,' as well as sessions for film soundtracks, jingles, and albums, as well as tours and performances. Darryn has performed with Tom Jones, Tina Arena, Lou Rawls, The Commodores, Curtis Steigers, Trisha Yearwood, Ruby Turner, Larry Adler, Joe Cocker, Michael Feinstein, Ray Davies (the Kinks), Ernie Watts, B.B. King, Bonnie Raitt, Jeff 'Skunk' Baxter, Randy Crawford, Eartha Kitt, Justin Robinson, Buddy Greco, Gloria Loring, Roger Daltry, Barry Man. Darryn has also authored two instructional books – Groove Perspectives and The Groove Perspectives Play-along and maintains a busy teaching schedule. We caught up with Darryn while he was in Glasgow on tour with The Cat Empire. Follow Darryn: https://www.darrynfarrugia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/darryn_farrugia/?hl=en ✉️ Email: [email protected] 📞 Call: 0141 429 3799 💬 Live chat - https://drummersonly.co.uk/ FOLLOW US: 📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/drummersonlyuk 📕 Facebook - https://facebook.com/drummersonlyuk 📹 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drummersonlyuk VISIT OUR BLOG 📝 - https://drummersonly.co.uk/blog/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST Spotify - https://spoti.fi/30zHXtU Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2YQyPjE WHO ARE WE? Drummers Only are the leading UK drum store. We sell a range of Drum Kits, Cymbals, Snare Drums, Electronic Kits and much more.  We are passionate about drums and believe our service and commitment to what we do separates us from soulless chain stores and faceless euro websites. If we don’t like it, we won’t stock it. ✅ Free Next Day Delivery ✅ Expert help & advice ✅ Trade-In Your Old Gear! ✅ Buy Now, Pay Later Options!

Visit us for all things DRUMS: https://www.drummersonly.co.uk Chris Jago is a highly respected and versatile drummer who has played with a variety of top end artists. Neil Diamond, Alan Cumming, Boy George, Barclay James Harvest, China Crisis, The Calling and more. On top of these credits, he is a highly sought after Broadway/Theatre player from playing on shows such a as Rent Live on FOX 2019, the 1st US Tour of Frozen the Musical, Wicked The Musical, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Kinky Boots live at the Hollywood Bowl, We Will Rock You and more. He has created two drums books to date for Broadway - Paradise Square the Musical and currently Shucked The Musical. He is a Pearl, Zildjian, Ahead Armor and Aquarian artist. https://www.chrisjago.com https://www.instagram.com/@jagoboom https://www.YouTube.com/@jagodrum GET IN TOUCH Got any questions or looking for more personal advice? We’d love to help! ✉️ Email: [email protected] 📞 Call: 0141 429 3799 💬 Live chat - https://drummersonly.co.uk/ FOLLOW US: 📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/drummersonlyuk 📕 Facebook - https://facebook.com/drummersonlyuk 📹 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drummersonlyuk VISIT OUR BLOG 📝 - https://drummersonly.co.uk/blog/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST Spotify - https://spoti.fi/30zHXtU Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2YQyPjE WHO ARE WE? Drummers Only are the leading UK drum store. We sell a range of Drum Kits, Cymbals, Snare Drums, Electronic Kits and much more. We are passionate about drums and believe our service and commitment to what we do separates us from soulless chain stores and faceless euro websites. If we don’t like it, we won’t stock it. ✅ Free Next Day Delivery ✅ Expert help & advice ✅ Trade-In Your Old Gear! ✅ 6 Months Interest-Free With Klarna

Visit us for all things DRUMS: http://www.drummersonly.co.uk/ The Australian session drummer Chris Allison is known for his chameleon-like approach to music creation and his captivating style. Because of his love of improvisation and great sense of groove, he is equally at home performing sophisticated arrangements and quirky rhythmic phrasing. In late 2017, Chris began filling in for popular guitarist Plini (AUS) and soon became his touring drummer. He has subsequently travelled extensively with Plini, as well as musicians such as Mestis (USA), Nick Johnston (CAN), David Maxim Micic (Serbia), Dave Mackay (UK/USA), SEIMS (AUS), and others. GET IN TOUCH Got any questions or looking for more personal advice? We’d love to help! ✉️ Email: [email protected] 📞 Call: 0141 429 3799 💬 Live chat - https://drummersonly.co.uk/ FOLLOW US: 📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/drummersonlyuk 📕 Facebook - https://facebook.com/drummersonlyuk 📹 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drummersonlyuk VISIT OUR BLOG 📝 - https://drummersonly.co.uk/blog/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST Spotify - https://spoti.fi/30zHXtU Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/2YQyPjE WHO ARE WE? Drummers Only are the leading UK drum store. We sell a range of Drum Kits, Cymbals, Snare Drums, Electronic Kits and much more. We are passionate about drums and believe our service and commitment to what we do separates us from soulless chain stores and faceless euro websites. If we don’t like it, we won’t stock it. ✅ Free Next Day Delivery ✅ Expert help & advice ✅ Trade-In Your Old Gear! ✅ 6 Months Interest-Free With Klarna

Visit us for all things DRUMS: http://www.drummersonly.co.uk/ Claus Hessler is a drummer, author and teacher based in Germany. Beginning in 1990, he studied the Moeller Method with Jim Chapin and developed an Open-Handed playing technique. Claus is famously known for having taught fellow drumming prodigy, Anika Nilles. He is also a member of the Modern Drummer Education Team, a Drumscene Magazine and Drums and Percussion contributor, and an endorser of Ahead products, Sabian Cymbals, Mapex Drums and Cooperman Drums, and Promark sticks, where he has a signature stick. GET IN TOUCH Got any questions or looking for more personal advice? We’d love to help! ✉️ Email: [email protected] 📞 Call: 0141 429 3799 💬 Live chat - https://drummersonly.co.uk/ FOLLOW US: 📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/drummersonlyuk 📕 Facebook - https://facebook.com/drummersonlyuk 📹 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drummersonlyuk VISIT OUR BLOG 📝 - https://drummersonly.co.uk/blog/ WHO ARE WE? Drummers Only are the leading UK drum store. We sell a range of Drum Kits, Cymbals, Snare Drums, Electronic Kits and much more. We are passionate about drums and believe our service and commitment to what we do separates us from soulless chain stores and faceless euro websites. If we don’t like it, we won’t stock it. ✅ Free Next Day Delivery ✅ Expert help & advice ✅ Trade-In Your Old Gear! ✅ 6 Months Interest-Free With Klarna

Visit us for all things DRUMS: http://www.drummersonly.co.uk/ Chris and Adam from Drummers Only discuss their drumming goals for 2023, and encourage listeners to tell their drumming-related goals going forward! GET IN TOUCH Got any questions or looking for more personal advice? We’d love to help! ✉️ Email: [email protected] 📞 Call: 0141 429 3799 💬 Live chat - https://drummersonly.co.uk/ FOLLOW US: 📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/drummersonlyuk 📕 Facebook - https://facebook.com/drummersonlyuk 📹 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drummersonlyuk VISIT OUR BLOG 📝 - https://drummersonly.co.uk/blog/ WHO ARE WE? Drummers Only are the leading UK drum store. We sell a range of Drum Kits, Cymbals, Snare Drums, Electronic Kits and much more. We are passionate about drums and believe our service and commitment to what we do separates us from soulless chain stores and faceless euro websites. If we don’t like it, we won’t stock it. ✅ Free Next Day Delivery ✅ Expert help & advice ✅ Trade-In Your Old Gear! ✅ 6 Months Interest-Free With Klarna

Visit us for all things DRUMS: http://www.drummersonly.co.uk/ Jason McGerr is best known as the drummer for American rock band, Death Cab For Cutie. Having been their drummer since 2003, Jason has developed a unique approach to writing his parts for the band. The result is impeccably crafted and creative grooves, while still remaining tasteful to the band's musical offerings. We talk with Jason about his career with the band, his creative process and much more! Brands that Jason endorses include Gretsch Drums, Zildjian Cymbals, Remo Drumheads, Vic Firth drumsticks and DW Hardware & Pedals. Follow Jason: https://www.instagram.com/jasonmcgerr/?hl=en https://www.gretschdrums.com/artists/jason-mcgerr https://vicfirth.zildjian.com/jason-mcgerr-vf.html https://remo.com/team/member/jason-mcgerr/ https://zildjian.com/jason-mcgerr.html GET IN TOUCH Got any questions or looking for more personal advice? We’d love to help! ✉️ Email: [email protected] 📞 Call: 0141 429 3799 💬 Live chat - https://drummersonly.co.uk/ FOLLOW US: 📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/drummersonlyuk 📕 Facebook - https://facebook.com/drummersonlyuk 📹 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drummersonlyuk VISIT OUR BLOG 📝 - https://drummersonly.co.uk/blog/ WHO ARE WE? Drummers Only are the leading UK drum store. We sell a range of Drum Kits, Cymbals, Snare Drums, Electronic Kits and much more. We are passionate about drums and believe our service and commitment to what we do separates us from soulless chain stores and faceless euro websites. If we don’t like it, we won’t stock it. ✅ Free Next Day Delivery ✅ Expert help & advice ✅ Trade-In Your Old Gear! ✅ 6 Months Interest-Free With Klarna

Visit us for all things DRUMS: http://www.drummersonly.co.uk/ Kenny Sharretts is a world-class drum tech & stage manager based in Austin, Texas. Kenny has over 20 years of touring experience and has worked with some of the biggest artists in the world, with clients such as Stevie Wonder, Rihanna, Janet Jackson, Puff Daddy, Train, Kelly Clarkson, Melissa Ethridge, Joss Stone, and drummers such as Kenny Aronoff, Stanley Randolph, Aaron Spears, Lil John Roberts, Chris Johnson, Eric “Boots” Greene, Van Romaine, Gerald Hayward, Sean Fichter, Chris Layton and many more. We talk with Kenny about the day-to-day duties and expectations of being a drum tech, what challenges he's faced, how to get started and more! Brands that Kenny endorses that we stock include Zildjian Cymbals, Evans Drumheads Pro Mark drumsticks, Yamaha DTX, Ahead Armor Bags & Accessories & DW Drums Follow Kenny: https://www.kennysharretts.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/KennySharretts https://www.facebook.com/ksharrettsdrummer/ https://www.instagram.com/kennysharretts/?hl=en GET IN TOUCH Got any questions or looking for more personal advice? We’d love to help! ✉️ Email: [email protected] 📞 Call: 0141 429 3799 💬 Live chat - https://drummersonly.co.uk/ FOLLOW US: 📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/drummersonlyuk 📕 Facebook - https://facebook.com/drummersonlyuk 📹 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drummersonlyuk VISIT OUR BLOG 📝 - https://drummersonly.co.uk/blog/ WHO ARE WE? Drummers Only are the leading UK drum store. We sell a range of Drum Kits, Cymbals, Snare Drums, Electronic Kits and much more.  We are passionate about drums and believe our service and commitment to what we do separates us from soulless chain stores and faceless euro websites. If we don’t like it, we won’t stock it. ✅ Free Next Day Delivery ✅ Expert help & advice ✅ Trade-In Your Old Gear! ✅ 6 Months Interest-Free With Klarna

Visit us for all things DRUMS:  http://www.drummersonly.co.uk/ Jonathan Atkinson is a UK-based session drummer. Jon has been involved in various great projects, from film soundtracks to working with legendary Beatles producer Sir George Martin and is currently on tour with 80s pop icon, Kim Wilde.   Jon plays Sabian Cymbals, Vic Firth Drumsticks, Tuner Fish Lug Locks, Remo Drumheads and Yamaha Electronics Follow Jonathan:  https://www.jonatkinsondrums.com/home  https://www.facebook.com/jonatkinsondrums/  https://www.instagram.com/jonathanatkinson/ GET IN TOUCH     Got any questions or looking for more personal advice? We’d love to help!    ✉️ Email: [email protected]    📞 Call: 0141 429 3799     💬 Live chat - https://drummersonly.co.uk/ FOLLOW US:    📸 Instagram - https://instagram.com/drummersonlyuk 📕 Facebook - https://facebook.com/drummersonlyuk 📹 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drummersonlyu...   VISIT OUR BLOG  📝 - https://drummersonly.co.uk/blog/    WHO ARE WE?    Drummers Only are the leading UK drum store. We sell a range of Drum Kits, Cymbals, Snare Drums, Electronic Kits and much more.    We are passionate about drums and believe our service and commitment to what we do separates us from soulless chain stores and faceless euro websites. If we don’t like it, we won’t stock it. ✅ Free Next Day Delivery   ✅ Expert help & advice   ✅ Trade-In Your Old Gear!   ✅ 6 Months Interest-Free With Klarna