Rich Redmond, Veteran musician and longtime drummer with Jason Aldean, hosts “The Rich Redmond Show”, a show highlighting all things music, motivation, and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them.
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In this episode, Rich and Jim sit down with drummer, composer, and educator John Wackerman to talk about the Wackerman dynasty, from their band-director dad Chuck to brothers Chad, Bob, Brooks, and John’s own genre-hopping career. John shares stories from the road and studio with Frank Zappa, Maynard Ferguson, Alan Holdsworth, Family Matters, Vegas headliners, and more. He breaks down his all-star…
Rich Redmond and Jim McCarthy sit down with Nashville drummer and counselor Elizabeth Chan to unpack what it really takes to build a sustainable music career in 2024: from grinding on the road and tour managing, to setting healthy boundaries, negotiating contracts, and managing your mind while you chase the dream. Elizabeth shares her journey from Brooklyn churches to Liberty University, moving to…
Born and raised in Nashville, Tucker Wilson grew up surrounded by true country music royalty: a grandfather in the Grand Ole Opry staff band, family ties to The Whites, and Uncle Ricky Skaggs holding him the day he was born. Today, Tucker is the powerhouse drummer behind Justin Moore, playing arena and shed tours, cutting number one country records, and rocking with his own band Dog Violet. In…
The Rich Redmond Show returns from hiatus with viral Nashville drummer Ethan Harb. From Santa Barbara to Lower Broadway, Ethan breaks down how he went from garage bands to grinding 3-a-day sets, touring with Taylor Acorn, building Skylines & Satellites, and accidentally blowing up the internet with a single “bonk” in Immigrant Song. Rich and Jim go deep on social media strategy, drum gear,…
Ben Wood sits down with Rich Redmond and producer Jim McCarthy for a fast-moving conversation about music, business, and building a life in Music City. Ben shares how a Green Day concert lit the spark, why he drove 7 hours to study with Rich in LA, and how that conversation pushed him to choose Nashville over Los Angeles. They break down the origin story of Music Lab Nashville, including buying an…
Join Rich Redmond and Jim McCarthy as they dive deep with Kevin Rapillo, a veteran country music drummer who's been holding down the beat for Rodney Atkins for 25 years. This episode explores Kevin's journey from Boston's music scene to becoming a Nashville staple, with hilarious stories and insider insights into the music industry. Timed Highlights: [0:00-0:10] Early drumming influences and…
Join Rich and Jim as they sit down with Joseph Wooten, keyboardist of the legendary Steve Miller Band and member of the renowned Wooten Brothers, for an inspiring conversation about music, life, and the power of rhythm. Timed Highlights: [0:05:30] - Joseph's Journey to Nashville in 1990 [0:14:30] - Joining the Steve Miller Band: A 32-Year Musical Odyssey [0:28:50] - The Philosophical Power of…
Join Rich and Jim as they as they dive deep into the world of Garth Justice’s musical roots, Nashville scene insights, and career highlights. Key moments include: [0:11:16] - How Garth first picked up drumsticks at age two in his grandparents' house [0:12:29] - His first church performance at 7-8 years old when the drummer didn't show up [0:16:58] - Early musical experiences playing in college…
Looking to start or rebrand your podcast? We can help! Go to www.itsyourshow.co Join Rich Redmond as he sits down with legendary studio drummer Paul Leim, who shares incredible stories from his 50-year music career. Highlights include: [0:02:51] - How a Tyler, Texas DJ discovered Paul's talent at age 15 [0:10:00] - Driving to Los Angeles in a woody station wagon to pursue his dream [0:11:04] -…
Looking to start or rebrand your podcast? We can help! Go to www.itsyourshow.co Join Rich and Jim as they dive deep into the world of Lonnie Wilson's session drumming, exploring his incredible career backing some of country music's biggest stars. With 118 #1 hits and over 200 million records sold, Lonnie shares behind-the-scenes stories, musical influences, and the importance of humility in the…
