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We sat down with the iconic Mel Gaynor at the UK Drum Show 2025 to reflect on his storied 38-year tenure with Simple Minds. Mel dives into the unique challenge of drumming and singing simultaneously - a skill he embraced later in his career - and shares behind-the-scenes anecdotes from recording with Elton John, the effect 'Don't You (Forget About Me)' had on him and the rest of the band. He also gives us a glimpse into life on the road, including just how many cymbals, sticks, and drumheads he’d blast through during a high-energy tour.

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Renowned drummer and composer Antonio Sanchez (Birdman, Pat Metheny Group) joins us to discuss his latest projects, including the original soundtrack for the Apple TV+ series The Studio and his unique trio album featuring harp and banjo.

In this interview, Antonio breaks down his transition from touring drummer to film composer, sharing stories about the "constant struggle" of interpreting director feedback and the unique improvisational process used to score the Oscar-winning film Birdman. He also dives deep into the philosophy of drumming, explaining why musicians need to prioritise storytelling and offers advice for drummers looking to become composers.

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00:00 - The drum community.
01:12 - Scoring Apple TV’s The Studio (Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg).
07:56 - BEATrio.
10:50 - Upcoming projects and Three Times Three.
13:56 - The elusive Thom Yorke.
15:36 - Jazz Improvisation.
17:54 - "Drumitis Disease".
20:52 - The "Scrambled Eggs" analogy.
25:52 - How the Birdman score was improvised live to the script.
28:15 - Politics in Jazz and the "Stupidification" of culture.
31:45 - Advice for drummers who want to compose.

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In this episode, we're joined by Audrey Tate, the incredibly talented drummer of the iconic band Franz Ferdinand. Recorded during their tour, Audrey shares fascinating stories from the road, including their recent high-energy performance at Glastonbury Festival.

Audrey dives into the physical demands of drumming, discussing her pre-gig warm-up routines and her recent battle with "golfer's elbow," offering valuable advice for other musicians on how to stay healthy on tour. She also talks about the incredible surprise of having Peter Capaldi join them on stage for their hit song, "Take Me Out," and the story behind how that came to be.

We also get into the nitty-gritty of her drumming style and influences. Audrey explains how she balances honouring the band's 20-year history while bringing her unique flair to the drums on their new album, The Human Fear. She opens up about her hip-hop drumming background and praises some of her biggest influences, including Questlove and Stanton Moore, giving a special shout-out to the legendary Funk Brothers.

This is a must-watch for drummers and music fans alike, offering a rare glimpse into the life of a touring professional and the passion behind the performance.

00:00 - Introduction: touring in a heatwave
03:04 - The Glastonbury Experience
09:07 - The Peter Capaldi Surprise
12:27 - Pre-Gig Warm-up & Drummer Health
20:56 - The Hardest Franz Ferdinand Song to Learn
23:55 - Balancing Individual Style with the Band's Legacy
26:55 - Favourite Grooves from the New Album
30:09 - The Freedom of a Changing Setlist
33:50 - Drumming Influences (Questlove, Stanton Moore & more)
44:16 - The Dream Collaboration

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