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Working DrummerReal Drummers. Real Stories. With close to 500 episodes and counting, Working Drummer Podcast is the source for those interested in what its like to be a professional drummer. Each weekly interview showcases a performer with a sometimes less recognizabl... Author: Working Drummer
With 500 episodes and counting, Working Drummer Podcast is the source for those interested in what its 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. Language: en Genres: Arts, Music, Music Interviews, Performing Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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593 - Nir Z: Isreal to New York to Nashville, The Power of Dynamics, Attention to Detail
Wednesday, 11 November, 2026
At age 16, Nir Z began playing professionally, performing and recording with the top artists in Israel. He toured extensively throughout Israel, while also appearing regularly on national TV. In 1993, Nir Z left behind his very successful career in Israel and moved to New York City. That decision paid off -- he eventually took over the drum throne once held by Phil Collins for Genesis. He has since played on over 80 albums, including John Mayer's Room For Squares. Internationally renowned and respected, Nir Z currently performs and records in North America, Europe, Japan, and Israel. Some notable album credits also include John Mayer, Blake Shelton, Jason Mraz, Chris Cornell, Wynnona Judd, Billy Squire, John Oats, Hunter Hayes, Katie Armiger, Tracy Lawrence, Love and Theft, and Laura Bell Bundy. In this episode, Nir talks about: Touring in Japan How working in Nashville effected changes in his playing The power of dynamics Attention to detail Nir’s method of recording remotely Staying in love with music and drumming Here's our Patreon Here's our Youtube Here's our Homepage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
