Podcasts
John Otto | Limp Bizkit | Modern Drummer Podcast with David Frangioni #16
During Limp Bizkit's recent "Loserville" Tour, MD's David Frangioni sat with drummer John Otto for an episode of the Modern Drummer Podcast. They discussed early years, hitting the big time, Woodstock 99, The Loserville Tour and more. Check out John…
Chad Smith | Red Hot Chili Peppers | Modern Drummer Podcast with David Frangioni #15 Part 2
00:57 Looking back 03:58 Dad goes to a show 07:20 Woodstock '99 13:38 A lesson for younger self 27:23 Chad's current tour kit 34:41 Giant gong https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31-x1Lwf9iM
Chad Smith | Red Hot Chili Peppers | Modern Drummer Podcast with David Frangioni #15 Part 1
00:27 MD Legends Book 01:25 How did you find the drums? 05:51 First Drum Set 07:11 First Lessons 11:43 First Gigs in Detroit 12:30 Grandma buys a drum kit 15:02 Innocent Delusion 17:26 Decision to Move to L.A. 19:00 Intro…
Carlin White | Lana Del Rey | Modern Drummer Podcast with David Frangioni #14
In August of 2023, Carlin White, drummer for Lana Del Rey, stopped by the MDHOF Museum to talk drums, touring, early years, influences and more. This was filmed prior to the death of Aaron Spears, one of Carlin's major influences,…
Bruno Esrubilsky | Modern Drummer Podcast #13
Drummer Bruno Esrubilsky of Mitski, sat down with Modern Drummer's David Frangioni and Danny "Ziggy" Laverde to discuss his influences, the tour, his approach to performing Mitski's music, and more. Check out Bruno's Tour Kit: https://youtu.be/RXTdcFdSIq8 Like what you see?…
Paulina "Pau" Villarreal | Modern Drummer Podcast #12
After winning the "Up & Coming" category in our 2023 Modern Drummer Readers Poll, Paulina "Pau" Villarreal and her bandmates from The Warning sat down with David Frangioni for an episode of the Modern Drummer Podcast. They covered several topics,…
Brooks Wackerman | Modern Drummer Podcast #11
In this episode of the Modern Drummer Podcast, David Frangioni is joined by drummer Brooks Wackerman of Avenged Sevenfold. They discuss everything from work ethic to warm-ups, bands, influences, and more. Brooks made the cover of Modern Drummer back in…
Shannon Larkin | Modern Drummer Podcast #10
In this episode of the Modern Drummer Podcast, David Frangioni sits down with Godsmack's Shannon Larkin at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino for a fascinating conversation about his early career, influences, touring life, going sober, and his time…
Paul Geary | Modern Drummer Podcast #9
While filming our Tour Kit Rundown with Shannon Larkin (Godsmack), we had a chance to sit down with the band's manager Paul Geary. Paul was a co-founder and original drummer for the band Extreme, and artist manager for several well-known…
Haze Amaze | Modern Drummer Podcast #8
(FILMED SEPTEMBER 22, 2023) In this episode of the Modern Drummer Podcast, David Frangioni sits down with NAS drummer Haze Amaze during their visit to South Florida. They discuss Haze's influences, career moves, practice habits, and touring experience. This was…
Jimmy Chamberlin | Modern Drummer Podcast #7
September 8th, 2023, Modern Drummer sat down with Jimmy Chamberlin of The Smashing Pumpkins for an in-depth discussion, covering his history, influences, ups and downs, drum set up and so much more. Enjoy! Jimmy has been on the cover of…
Charlie Benante | Modern Drummer Podcast #6
After capturing his Tour Kit Rundown, Modern Drummer's David Frangioni sat down with drummer Charlie Benante of Pantera and Anthrax. They discuss the origins of the Pantera gig, Charlie's first show, upcoming recordings, respecting and paying tribute to Vinnie Paul…
Brendan Buckley - Modern Drummer Podcast #5
David Frangioni sat down with Brendan Buckley at the MDHOF to catch up and discuss drums, music, professionalism, business and more. Check it out! Like what you see? Please subscribe to this channel! Modern Drummer is the world's #1 publication…
Danny Carey | Modern Drummer Podcast #4
As a follow-up to our recent Tour Kit Rundown, Modern Drummer's David Frangioni sat down with drummer Danny Carey of TOOL for a conversation from the backstage dressing room at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL.…
