Adam Deitch is the centerpiece of the instrumental funk juggernaut Lettuce, and is also a beatmaker, producer, and sideman for a wide range of projects. On the heels of Lettuce’s latest release entitled Unify from 2022, Adam is out with “Roll The Tape” a new record featuring his own quartet and special guest John Scofield. He also operates the Deitch Academy, an online drumming course.

In this episode, Adam talks about:

• His new quartet record and the soul jazz icons it harkens back to
• The value of using professionals to record, mix, and master, as opposed to DIY
• Including solo drumming and brushwork on the record
• The influence and mentorship of John Scofield
• How IEMs have made for a more connected and intimate live experience
• Why he calls Denver home, and a snapshot of the scene there