Lil' Drummer Girl

Way back in the late 80's when I was a nightclub promoter in NYC, I had the chance to promote the Chippendale's all male dance review show.  I don't think I've been to a male dance review show since that time.  I used to get a kick out of watching the women watch the male dancers and watch how crazed they became.  The nightclub would then open up to the public after the show and I always thought, "the guys at this club tonight are definitely going to get lucky!" Fast forward thirty years later... it's my good friend's 40th birthday and she invites me to attend a male review show with a group of women who would also be attending to help celebrate her birthday.  I didn't really want to go, but, decided to go for her.  After all, I wanted to help her celebrate her birthday and have a fun night out on the town and wouldn't really be a good friend if I didn't attend.    Once again, I was in awe of how crazed the women get over these guys.  It was a very fun, energetic show and I was impressed with how much phys

I was surfing the internet looking for some new ideas for guests for the show when I happened upon April Samuels bio.  Not only is she a kick a$$ drummer, she is also a survivor of breast cancer. April has been playing drums since the age of 5.  She's played with garage bands with her older brother and later moved into the majors when she studied music at the University of North Texas. As April developed her own musical style, she began writing songs that have been used on the Discover Channel.  She started her own booking agency where she booked over 50 different regional bands, handling as many as 13 at one time and continues to play 120 shows a year.  April was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer in in 2010. April decided she would start her own non-for-profit organization called "Breast Cancer Can Stick It".  She has raised over $60,000.00 to date to help find a cure for breast cancer.  April's motto "Breast Cancer Can Stick It" has been seen on T-Shirts, water bottles, bags, bass drum heads

In the early 80's my older brother came home from a Queen concert and was raving about this band called Billy Squier.  Of course, he picked up the album, and when he played it and when I listened to it, I immediately fell in love with their music. Needless to say, they really rocked our home in Brooklyn from that day on. Little did I know, that just a short few years later, I'd get the chance to befriend them and learn more about them and their music. Watching Alan play live was a true musical experience.    Alan St. Jon is a prolific keyboard player and is an invaluable member of the Billy Squier band, his unique backing vocals and very special keyboard sound is fresh and original.  Their album "Don't Say No" sold over six million copies. World renowned writer and critic Chuck Eddy's book entitled "The 500 Greatest Rock Albums in the Universe" rated Billy Squier's album "Don't Say No" at number 67 and "The Tale of the Tape" at number 122. Alan has a long list of accolades and has worked with musicians wh

Tonight's episode, I speak with Ken K. Mary.  Not only is he an amazing drummer, he also produces, engineers, sings, writes and is also a record label executive.  He's written over 35 albums that span everything from heavy rock to choral music. These albums combined have sold over 5 million copies worldwide. The list of artists Ken has worked with is endless, but, to name a few, he was the drummer for Alice Cooper and House of Lords; he's worked with producers and engineers with Trik Turner, Megadeth, LaRue,  , The Phunk Junkeez, Hall of Fame inductees The Beach Boys, Northern Light Orchestra, Esterlyn, and more. Some of the major labels he's worked with include, RCA, MCA, EPIC, CBS, Atlantic, and currently the President of VSR Music Group which is distributed by Capital Records. He runs his own recording studio called Sonic Phish   and has asked to be the host of the movie " The Drumming Hall of Fame Take a listen and check it out! Have any spine or back issues?  Save your back and check out this throne

I met Larry Mitchell back in the late 80's.  He's a very soft-spoken gentleman and then you see him on stage with guitar and he becomes an electrifying rock star.  Larry rocks the guitar like nobody's business. Larry is a Grammy award-winning producer, engineer and performed who has toured with Tracy Chapman, Billy Squier, Ric Ocasek and Miguel Bose.  Larry skillfully weaves guitar textures that show his true talents not only as a solo artist but also as an ensemble player. Larry has released 7 solo records and won a San Diego Music Award for best pop jazz artist.  He also won 26 New Mexico Music Awards as a producer-engineer in various categories. Larry's unique style of rock, funk, jazz and blues will leave you hooked.  His current band The Larry Mitchell trio perform prince-inspired funk rhythms and melodic soundscapes for your listening pleasure. Check it out for yourself --  see Larry performing Live  at the Dunedin Brewery here at the Lil' Drummer Girl YouTube Channel here: Lil' Drummer Girl YouTub

  Modest Mouse has had over two decades of success in the music business.  Tonight's episode I get the chance to meet their drummer, Jeremiah Green backstage after their sound check where he graciously gives me his time for an interview. In the mid-90's he also played in several other bands, namely, Satisfact, Red Stars Theory and Peeved.  Jeremiah proves he is one of indie's best rock drummers.  Also, check out the footage of Jeremiah and accompanying percussionists:  Davey Brozozowski and Ben Massarella rocking the drums and percussion on the Lil' Drummer Girl YouTube Channel, just click on the link below: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ48E7jgrB-E5F6ZJBOZKeQ (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ48E7jgrB-E5F6ZJBOZKeQ)   If you'd like to own some of their music for your library, check it out here: Modest Mouse CD's Rock On and Rock Out! Dawn-Marie Mutell         Support this podcast

Tonight's Episode I get the chance to meet and interview one of my favorite drummers, Brendan Hill.  He's the drummer for the Blues Traveler band and I've been playing his tunes for over 20 years now.  I love their music and it was such a treat to meet him in person, interview him and get to watch him from a birds-eye view. Brendan is originally from the UK, lived in New Jersey and then moved west to Bain Bridge, WA.  Their song "Run-Around" was one of the longest charting singles.  IT won a Grammy, sold over ten million copies. Needless to say, they can rock.  Enjoy and don't forget to check out the footage of him playing at the link below. If you'd like to add some amazing tunes to your music collection, then check out some Blues Traveler CD's here: Blues Traveler CD's and Don't forget to check out the footage of Brendan rocking the house on the Lil' Drummer Girl YouTube Channel here: Lil' Drummer Girl YouTube Channel   Rock On and Rock Out! Dawn-Marie Mutell Lil' Drummer Girl Support this podc

Driving a race car is something I've dreamt about doing since I drove my first bumper car in Coney Island in Brooklyn, NY.  I have yet to drive on a track, although I did get a tour of the Daytona 500 and got on the track with a tour.  The closest I've come this far was touching Dakota's car. Today's episode is an interview I had with Dakota Dickerson.  He's one of the youngest drivers currently racing in the 2016 Cooper Tires USF 2000 Series powered by Mazda.  Dakota and I met during the kick-off party of the St. Petersburg Grand Prix.  He and his dad Ken were gracious enough to give me an interview. I was so impressed with Dakota, he is so mature, so ahead of the curve and knows what he wants out of life. Dakota has formerly raced in the 201 Skip Barber Summer Series and Spec Miata with SCCA and NASA.  His sponsors are:  Mazda Motorsports, Team USA Scholarship, Skip Barber Racing School, Molecule Sports, Crow Enterprizes and RM Autosport. Some of his career highlights include the 2015 Skip Barber - USF

Meet drummer Alan Childs. Not only was he on tour with David Bowie, Julian Lennon and John Waite to name a few, he's also performed with various Broadway shows such as Tommy (The Who Story), Elton John's Aida and more.  Today he's the drummer for The Rock of Ages show in Las Vegas, NV at the Rio Hotel.   Catch Alan's weekly TV show - The Psychedelic Circus -  just click on the link below: http://wwdbcorp.com/vidarchive/Alan%20Childs%20Psychedelic%20Circus%207-6-16%20SD.mp4  and stay in touch on Facebook at Alan Childs.   Rock on & Rock Out! Dawn-Marie (D.M.) Mutell   Support this podcast

Do you feel that using Social Media takes up too much of your time every day/week/month?  You're not alone.  As a solopreneur, I'm always looking for ways to gain more hours in a day and now I've found it thanks to Tim Fargo's new app Social Jukebox. Meet Tim Fargo, the founder of The Social Jukebox App and save yourself tens of hours per week or hundreds of hours a year by incorporating this app. Learn more about Tim at:   http://www.timfargo.com (www.timfargo.com) www.socialjukebox.com   Namaste,   Dawn-Marie Support this podcast

What a fun party at the opening of the Social Media Week in NYC at the Ogilvy & Mather executive offices.  It was a beautiful space and a fun party.   I met with Roy Zoyner and had to do an interview with him right then and there. Meet Roy Zoner, producer, doodler and now social media marketer Learn more about Roy: Twitter:  @royzoner YouTube:  Roy Zoner Website:  www.royzoner.com   Support this podcast

Have you set your goal list for 2016?  Let's get goaling!  The time is now.  How else will you get where you're looking to go. Take a listen and start listing those goals... Please remember if you like this episode please subscribe and share the love.  Rock On & Rock Out! XO   Dawn-Marie Mutell   Connect with us:    Facebook/Instagram/iTunes   Support this podcast

Karen Cole has spent more than 20 years educating youth in percussion.  She has participated in the symphonic band, percussion ensemble and was principal percussionist for the Wind Symphony.  Come take a listen to Karen's tips on how to find your true bliss.   Learn more about Karen at:  http://kcolepercussion.com/ (Karen Cole)   Please remember if you like this episode please subscribe and share the love.  Rock On & Rock Out! XO   Dawn-Marie Mutell   Connect with us:    Facebook/Instagram/iTunes         Support this podcast

When I first met Michael, a young 24 year old student and hockey goaltender who is also a Bourbon distiller, I knew I had to hear more.  Come take a listen on how one goes from being a hockey player to becoming an Bourbon distiller.   Learn more about Michael at: http://www.americanbarrels.com Twitter:  @american_barrels   Support this podcast

Hi and welcome to the Lil' Drummer Girl Radio Show! I'm so glad you came, thank you.  This is Episode #000, a introduction episode to the show.  This is a weekly show for musicians, artists and entrepreneurs who are looking for a place to learn marketing and branding for your business as well as interviews from musicians from around the globe giving you their insight and tips on how they made it in the business as they share their knowledge with you. Please remember please subscribe and share the love.  Rock On & Rock Out! XO   Dawn-Marie Mutell   Let's stay connected - connect with us:   Facebook/Instagram/iTunes     Support this podcast