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This show features conversations with drummers, educators and other creative artists sharing their experiences and discussing the paths they have followed to pursue a life in the arts. We have all achieved success and faced challenges in a variety of different ways and through these discussions, we will learn about how the choices we make can determine the paths that we are meant to follow.
Episodes
Monday Aug 04, 2025
Monday Aug 04, 2025
This episode features my conversation with Brandon Green.
Brandon is an internationally recognized biomechanics and fitness expert who specializes in optimizing performance and preventing injury for drummers. He’s the founder of Drum Mechanics and the creator of the Drum Fitness Program — an affordable, science-based training system designed to help drummers build strength, improve endurance, and play pain-free for life.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of ergonomics, maintaining consistency and discipline to ensure success, and why rest is an essential aspect to personal development.
Brandon has also graciously provided podcast listeners with a free 7 day trial for his program and the link can be found in the episode notes.
Drum Forever Fitness Program - 7 Day Free Trial
https://www.drummechanics.com/7daysfree
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Monday Jul 21, 2025
Monday Jul 21, 2025
This episode features my conversation with drummer Jerry Marotta.
Renowned for his creative and dynamic musicianship, his playing has shaped the sound of artists including Peter Gabriel, Hall & Oates, Paul McCartney, Gowan, Tony Levin, The Indigo Girls, and many more. With decades of experience as both a live and session musician, Jerry brings a wealth of insight into drumming and the art of collaboration.
In this episode, we talk about the creative process, his experiences working with some of music’s biggest icons, and how his artistic journey continues to evolve.
Our episode begins with part of our discussion about artwork he has collected over the years and why it’s so essential to support artists.
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Monday Jul 07, 2025
Monday Jul 07, 2025
This episode features my conversation with Aaron Comess.
Growing up in Dallas, Texas and based in New York for the last 3 decades, Aaron is best know as the drummer for the multi-platinum funk-rock band Spin Doctors.
Known for his creativity and innovative drumming style, Aaron is also an active session musician who has played on over 200 albums throughout his professional career.
Aaron also maintains an active solo career and has released numerous albums featuring his own compositions and collaborations with other artists.
In our conversation we talk about his studies at both the Berklee College of Music and The New School in New York, embracing your creative voice and the importance of always striving for excellence.
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Monday Jun 23, 2025
Monday Jun 23, 2025
This episode features my conversation with Russ Lawton.
Growing up in Boston and now based in Vermont, Russ is best known as being the drummer for the Trey Anastasio Band for over twenty years.
Highly regarded for his funk and afrobeat influenced style, he’s also currently active with his own projects including the instrumental trio LaMP and his duo project Soule Monde.
Russ is also an educator who has a passion for helping others to embrace their own creative voice.
In our conversation we talk about his early influences which helped to inspire his musical style. We also discuss his approach to composition, and what he feels are essential traits when collaborating with others.
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https://www.ilikelamp.com
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Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
This episode features my conversation with Dylan Wissing.
Based in Hoboken, New Jersey, Dylan is a session drummer who has recorded for artists including John Legend, Drake, Kanye West, Jay-Z and Eminem. He is best known as the drummer on Alicia Keys’ Grammy award-winning hit “Girl on Fire”
Highly regarded for his creativity and expertise in recreating classic drum tracks, he also teaches the art of recording and session drumming at his website “Creating The Sound.
In our conversation we talk about his early influences, lessons he learned from his studies with session greats Kenny Aronoff & Shawn Pelton and the keys in establishing yourself as an in demand studio musician.
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Friday May 23, 2025
Friday May 23, 2025
This episode features part two of my conversation with legendary Producer & Grammy Award-winning engineer Bill Schnee.
On this episode, we continue our discussion about his experiences working with many iconic artists, his perspectives on education, and why it’s essential to focus on performance and artistry over production.
If you haven’t had the opportunity yet, be sure to go back and check out episode 72 which features part one of our conversation.
Episode 72
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Chairman At The Board
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Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
This episode features my conversation with the legendary Bill Schnee.
Bill is a producer, Grammy Award-winning engineer, and author of “Chairman at the Board—Recording the Soundtrack of a Generation”, where he shares his experiences working on the records that made him highly sought after.
In our conversation, we talk about how he got started in this industry, the value of having a mentor, and the factors that are essential to make a great record. We also discuss his experiences working with some of the most iconic drummers of our generation.
As this interview ran close to 2 hours, I have divided it into 2 episodes, so let’s sit back and get started with Part 1 of my interview with Bill Schnee.
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Chairman At The Board
Amazon
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
This episode features my conversation with UK based drummer & educator Ciara Chinniah.
As a graduate of the ACM Music College in London, Ciara has played many theatre shows and performed in bands across the UK, Europe and America. Embracing her passion for odd time signatures, she’s described as a Pop/Rock drummer with a progressive edge.
Ciara is an in-demand educator and has established a successful series of drum camps for woman focusing on empowerment and breaking down barriers.
She was the co-host of the popular Drum Education Live podcast and is now the co-host of the new podcast Drummer Mamas.
Ciara recently released her first book “Odd Times Made Easy” through Hudson Music Publishing.
In our conversation, we talk about her love for odd time signatures, the importance of community, and why it’s okay to adapt your professional ambitions when your life priorities change in order to live a fulfilling life as a creative artist.
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Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
This episode features part two of my conversation with drummer Todd Sucherman.
On this episode, we continue our discussion about his experiences as a session musician, including working with the legendary Brian Wilson. We also talk about the lessons learned while working on his solo album “Last Flight Home” as well as his perspectives on education, managing social media and what defines success.
If you haven’t had the opportunity yet, be sure to go back and check out episode 69 which features part one of our conversation.
Part One
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Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
This episode features my conversation with Todd Sucherman.
Todd is best known as the drummer for the legendary rock band Styx, a position he's held since 1996. Highly regarded for his precision, creativity and versatility, Todd has also established a successful career as a session musician and is one of the most respected drummers in the industry.
Todd is an in-demand educator and is sought out worldwide for his clinics and masterclasses. His award winning Methods & Mechanics DVD series is considered to be essential viewing to drummers of all levels.
In our conversation, we talk about his perspectives on how to establish and maintain a professional career, his early days as a session musician, and how that lead to the Styx gig. We also discuss his reasons for switching back to Sonor drums and why it is so important to be passionate about the gear you use in order to stay inspired.
As this interview ran close to 2 hours, I have divided it into 2 episodes, so here's Part 1 of my interview with Todd Sucherman.
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The Drummers Pathway
I’m Michael Scott and welcome to The Drummers Pathway Podcast. This show features conversations with drummers, educators and other creative artists sharing their experiences and discussing the paths they have followed to pursue a life in the arts.
We have all achieved success and faced challenges in a variety of different ways and through these discussions, we will learn about how the choices we make can determine the paths that we are meant to follow.
Follow me at https://www.mwsdrums.ca
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Michael W. Scott is a Hamilton, Ontario based freelance drummer/educator who has been working in the industry for over 30 years. His extensive education background and experience has allowed him to adapt to many different musical genres and has built his reputation for being positive, prepared and professional.
Theme Music Composed by Mike Trebilcock
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