Our Thing

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In this conversation, Eddy and Mike J discuss their recent busy schedules and the challenges of being gigging musicians. They talk about the physical and mental toll of performing regularly and the ups and downs of the lifestyle. They also touch on the importance of feeling like they have a job and a purpose. The conversation then shifts to their love for sparkling water and their plans for an upcoming drum camp where they will teach how to turn rudiments into chops. They end the conversation by reflecting on their podcast journey and the difficulty of defining their artistic identity. In this conversation, Mike and Eddy discuss the importance of being a versatile drummer and the need to wear many different hats in the music industry. They also talk about the challenges of being a professional drummer and the lack of security in the industry. They share their experiences of finding their own style and voice on the drums and the importance of staying true to yourself. They also announce their new podcast, 'Your Thing', where they will discuss entrepreneurship and how to turn your passion into a profitable business.

Chapters
00:00 The Challenges and Fulfillment of Being Gigging Musicians
06:03 Indulging in Sparkling Water and Plans for a Drum Camp
10:46 Turning Rudiments into Chops: A Drum Camp Preview
16:51 Reflecting on Four Years of Podcasting and Artistic Identity
22:32 Being a Versatile Drummer
25:04 The Lack of Security in Being a Professional Drummer
29:05 Finding Your Style and Voice on the Drums
36:19 Navigating Teaching and Master Classes
39:40 Mike's Plan and the Announcement of 'Your Thing' Podcast

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