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Casey Grillo - Kamelot - Interview

Date: 11/04/2009 | by billy ashbaugh | Viewed 24428 times

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Casey Grillo - Kamelot - Interview

Drummers are now in a better place than we've ever been. Living in a new age of evolving computer technology musicians can have access to a wide variety of instruments, sounds, and recording options. Although touring is and always will be a must, the long grueling days of studio work is now an alternative as artists record tracks from the comfort of their own home. With educational materials also becoming more accessible people can achieve a high level of musicianship limited only by one's passion to learn. Kamelot drummer Casey Grillo is no exception to the rule. A consummate professional and chameleon of many styles ranging from rock, metal, latin, jazz, and funk, Casey has eclipsed the learning curve throughout his career and 12 year stint with the power metal band Kamelot. When not on the road he spends time juggling tasks such as playing the local music scene and teaching private lessons at Seminole Music & Sound in Seminole, FL. An accomplished sound engineer, Casey also produces studio music tracks-not only recording his own, but other projects for such accomplished artists as John Blackwell and many more! While in town Drummer Connection had the chance to speak with Casey about his latest endorsements, Kamelot's new album, and the upcoming European tour.

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Robert Sweet - Stryper Drummer and Founder EXCLUSIVE Interview

Submitted by billy ashbaugh on: Sunday, Oct 11, 2009

Robert Sweet began his journey into drumming and Christianity by being born into a highly talented musical family. While in the 6th grade Robert, with his younger brother Michael entered their very first talent show. With Michael playing a bass guitar bigger than he was, and Robert performing on the drums standing up, the duo took first place in the contest and have never looked back since. Becoming saved at the age of 15, Robert felt the hand of God move in his life and along with Michael and ... more »

Drummer John Blackwell Interview - Seminole Music & Sound

Submitted by billy ashbaugh on: Friday, Oct 9, 2009

On October 19th, 2009, John Blackwell sat down with DrummerConnection.com's Damian King, Billy Ashbaugh and Eric Rosebrock after his drum clinic at Seminole Music & Sound. DrummerConnection.com closely follows John Blackwell's progress into the ranks of legendary drummers. The Drummer Connection crew has reserved a special place in our hearts for John Blackwell. He's a very special, gentle person who has inspired us through his amazing ability to not only play the drums, b ... more »

Darryl "Thunderfoot" Johnson - Drummer and Drum Instructor - Interview with Eric Rosebrock

Submitted by drumfreak on: Saturday, Oct 3, 2009

On October 14, 2009 Eric Rosebrock / drumfreak visited Carlton Music in Winter Haven, FL to interview a local drummer who has had an astonishing history of over 42 years of professional drumming in everything from Big Band, Rock, Orchestra and almost every flavor music. He's a gigging drummer, always ready to jump behind the kit and let loose. Darryl Johnson has been educating students for over 30 years in Central Florida. He's performed with the Over 55 Band in his most rece ... more »

ddrum Interview with Terry Platt and John Spinelli of Seminole Music

Submitted by drumfreak on: Monday, Sep 14, 2009

On September 24, 2009, ddrum visited DrummerConnection.com's studios and spent some time with us doing an interview and jamming. Enjoy this special insight to ddrum and how to score endorsements, learn about their products, artists and etc. more »

Jeff Ocheltree Interview

Submitted by drumfreak on: Wednesday, Sep 9, 2009

Jeff Ocheltree isn't what you would call an average roadie. His job as a drum technician in recording studios and at concerts is more of an art form than it looks. Jeff has worked on the road with groups such as Led Zeppelin, Supertramp, Journey, Chicago and Chick Corea and many more live touring acts as well as many recording artists. He is known for his passion of not just being a basic drum tech, it's his passion for the instrument and making drums sound the way they are supposed ... more »

El Negro Studio Tour With Felipe "Diablo" Torress

Submitted by drumfreak on: Saturday, Sep 5, 2009

On May 19th, 2009 friend and fellow Drummer of Carmine Appice's SLAMM! And the Davy Jones Band, Felipe Torres visited Horacio el Negro Hernadez's home studio and provided us with a video tour of this Latin drumming magician's home studio. El Negro Hernadez is endorsed by Pearl, LP, Vic Firth, SHURE Horacio El Negro Hernadez Bio: "Early in 1997, Hernandez traveled to Orvieto, Italy to perform at the Umbria Jazz Festival and record with the band " ... more »

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