Join The Practice Projecthttps://www.patreon.com/drumwithmikeandeddyI think the title says it all for this one. What a WEEK! We hope you enjoy the episode :) - Mike & EddyChapters00:00 Introduction and Stretching01:46 Catching Up and Reflection03:00 The Practice Project04:35 The Process of Musical Directing08:17 Home Renovations and Contractor Woes09:53 Mike's New Drum Clinic Material11:46 The Practice Project as a Learning Tool13:36 Finding Your Musical Identity18:16 Building Backing Tracks20:59 The Role of Cues in Backing Tracks23:26 The Pride and Anxiety of Musical Directing24:48 Behind the Scenes at the Super Bowl25:10 Responsibility for Playback25:39 Creating Intros and Moments26:14 The Emotional Impact of Performances27:24 Synchronicity in Productivity28:28 Reuniting with a Band After Years Apart29:21 The Challenges of the Music Industry30:17 Improving as a Band Over Time31:15 The Influence of Eddy's Voice Notes32:11 Preparing for the Show at Goldfield33:40 The Excitement of a Sold-Out Show34:37 Technical Challenges and Drumming Maturity35:17 The Intensity of Performing Live36:46 The Importance of a Professional Tech37:13 Playing for Themselves, Not the Audience37:43 Injuries and Adrenaline38:22 The Impact on the Audience39:07 Capturing Footage and Enjoying the Moment40:18 Appreciating the Past and Looking to the Future43:05 Eddy's Role as an MD and Session Player44:21 The Work Ethic of Being in a Band45:02 Appreciating the Journey and the Ups and Downs46:29 Enjoying Moments as an Older Musician47:12 The Importance of Experience in Education48:43 Wrapping Up and Thanking Listeners

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