Drummers Only Podcast #71 - Steve Smith

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Steve Smith is a highly accomplished drummer whose style embodies the history of U.S. music. With a career spanning over four decades, he has performed with jazz and rock legends, including Journey, Bryan Adams, Mariah Carey, and Jean-Luc Ponty. Smith has also collaborated with jazz greats like Zakir Hussain, Buddy DeFranco, and Dave Liebman. He has recorded albums that have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. As a band leader, Smith tours with his group Vital Information, which is approaching its 40th anniversary. In 2017, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Steve Smith, a versatile drummer, is known for his modern style rooted in the rich traditions of American music. He began playing at a young age and studied at the Berklee College of Music. Throughout his career, Smith has toured, recorded, and produced music, working with renowned artists such as Hiromi, Benny Golson, and Ahmad Jamal. Currently, he leads his band Vital Information and recently released the album "Time Flies." Smith's contributions to music have earned him global recognition, and he remains a respected figure in both the jazz and rock communities.
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[@rkaylor5769]

This drum channel needs more views. Smitty is a great guest and a Sonor guy like me.

[@tommcmichael8679]

Thanks! I love Steve Smith!

[@rickwills4281]

Excellent interview......i really feel that Louis Bellson passed the baton on to Steve Smith.

[@FrederickJohnSebastian]

What a terrific interview! ( and I've heard Steve Smith on plenty of youtube interviews)

[@davedalgarno1590]

I was so shocked when the thumbnail for this popped,such a great guy and drummer,Chris did an excellent job interviewing him,I absolutely love this youtube channel guys,can’t wait till the next one.

[@louiscarrillo5873]

i didnt even know about the box set

[@rjagger1395]

Aaaaaahhhh

[@nealsausen4651]

Steve talks too much!😅