How he got into the booking game through the USC music school as a freshmanStruggling with the decision to ramp down performing/touring and ramp up bookingSeeing the opportunity to improve stability in live musicBridging the gaps and establishing trust between musicians and the people who hire themHow to make the most out of a $50 gig offer, no matter where you are in your careerMaking your interactions about the relationship first and the gig secondStudying with Ndugu Chancler Michael Carvin, and Terri Lynn Carrington

456 - Emmanuel “E-MAN” Cervantes: Inspiring the Next Generation, Drumming for Andy Grammer, Creating a Loop Library

With 500 episodes and counting, Working Drummer Podcast is the source for those interested in what it’s like to be a professional drummer. Hosted by Matthew Crouse and Zack Albetta, Working Drummer covers it all with a dynamic range of pro drummers who represent many different genres and scenes. Each weekly interview features a different performer, sometimes with a less recognizable name, but always with an impressive and distinct body of work. This unique approach has garnered a loyal audience hungry for unfiltered stories about making a living as a musician today.

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454 - Matt Iceman: Working with David Nail, Home Recording Techniques, Expanding Your Skillset

455 - Rob Perkins: From Touring Drummer to Music Contractor, The Best Ways to Say Yes and No, Studying with Ndugu Chancler, "You're In the People Business"