Alex & Ben chat to the timekeeper of the Traitor's, Naomi Forbes. From how to stay calm when playing a stadium with Cat Burns to the joys of working with Paloma Faith and her crew. Plus, some of the best named drum kits around.

A special thanks to The UK Drum Show for hosting this episode at the ACC Liverpool.

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about their time at The UK Drum Show 2025 with friend and educator, Will Drums Daly. An interview packed weekend with Will's first performance and Ben's biggest fan.

A special thanks to The UK Drum Show for hosting this episode at the ACC Liverpool.

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. 

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about the bowling beast, Tony Royster Jr. From playing side by side with legend Dennis Chambers to holding down the backbeat for Jay Z - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. 

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about the custom drum company of your wildest dreams, SJC Drums. From their Nan's basement to the Grammys, Alex & Ben go head to head with custom kits built on the the SJC Virtual Drum Designer and special guest Zach Matook (SJC Drums) drops in to chat about his favourite kits from over the years - DM abuse if you're hard enough.

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about the Bruce Lee of Drums, Jeff Porcaro. From a cardboard cover band with his brothers to becoming the legendary drummer of Toto. Jeff Porcaro, what more do we need to say? - DM abuse if you're hard enough.

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat to the absolute beast and son of Stoke, Sam Ogden. Accompanied by his father, fellow heavy hitter, Neil Ogden. From working in a factory during the early days of Static Dress to queuing for ice cream with his drum heroes.

A special thanks to The Rhythm House for hosting this episode!

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. 

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about the eight armed superhero that is Carter Beauford. From his unique sound and style to the beginnings of the Dave Matthews Band - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat to CMAT's backbeat, Hannah Morgan - AKA Tazlar. From fulfilling her childhood dream of playing Glastonbury to the origin of her looney nickname.

A special thanks to Radio City Social for hosting this episode!

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about the father and son duo on every drummer's list, Max & Jay Weinberg. From Papa Max's monster setup for Bruce Springsteen to Jay's monster chops with Slipknot, Suicidal Tendencies & more - DM abuse if you're hard enough.

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat to Birmingham Legend, Karl Brazil. From playing football in LA against Robbie Williams to hanging out with Tony Iommi in the backstreets of Digbeth. 

A special thanks to the Robbie Williams team and everyone at Arsenal Football Club for hosting this episode! 

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about the Skateboarding Lord of Punk, Atom Willard. He's sat on the throne with The Offspring, Angels & Airwaves, Alkaline Trio and more. He loves motorbikes and Ben loves him - DM abuse if you're hard enough.

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat to the Mexican Magician of Metal Music, Art Cruz. From playing the monumental Back to the Beginning show to learning how to swing with Lamb of God. 

A special thanks to Ludwig Drums and Into Music for hosting this episode at the Gliderdrome, Boston. 

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about the Master Multitasker of Music, Anderson .Paak. From the power of paisley to his iconic feel - DM abuse if you're hard enough.

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. 

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat to the Prince of Pop Punk, Matt Powles. From playing Guitar Hero to being a Drum Hero, drum tech tips & tricks, tour stories and more!

A special thanks to Matt Powles and the rest of Neck Deep for hosting this episode!

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about the Chameleon of Drums, Vinnie Colauita. From taking on Zappa’s ‘black page #1’ to tracking with Megadeath, Backstreet Boys and everything else on Earth - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about the cuban clad powerhouse that is Matt Helders. From the origins of Artic Monkeys to cementing himself as a true Rock N Roll Icon - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat to L'Eccelente Batterista, Luca Caruso. From studying with some of the best drummers in the world to touring with some of the biggest artists on the planet!

A special thanks to Luca for hosting this episode!

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about getting away and drinking in some culture on holiday. From packing your practice pad to smuggling gear through customs - DM abuse if you're hard enough.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat about the forever inspiring Aaron Spears. From his drum shed days to his legendary 'Caught Up' solo - DM abuse if you’re hard enough. 

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex & Ben chat to the colourful and creative Vicky O'Neon. From playing percussion with Hans Zimmer to venturing out onto the frozen sea of Finland.

A special thanks to Zildjian for hosting the episode.

Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrumsocialpod - DM abuse if you’re hard enough.  

Check out the Drum Social Playlist!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.