The Bandwich Tapes

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I sit down to talk to my best buddy, my son, Skyler Williams.  Skyler is an incredible musician and my favorite drummer.  We discuss his musical history and playing opportunities.  We also touch on burnout, dealing with difficult bandleaders, and stepping away from music.

Skyler studied percussion performance at Louisiana State University and was a member of Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble, and the Golden Band from Tigerland.  He has studied with Jack Bell, Dr. Brett Dietz, Shawn Galvin, and Stanton Moore.

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The theme song, "Playcation," was written by Mark Mundy.

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I have the pleasure of speaking with Mark Little.  Mark is an incredible Atlanta-based drummer, percussionist, and educator.  Our paths first crossed when he was my drumline instructor during a marching band camp in the 1990s.  Since then, we have been in a few situations together where we were either teaching or playing music. 

Mark possesses a deep knowledge of music and how to communicate to the next generation of performers.  We discuss his path as a player and many of the overlapping people and places that have been instrumental in both of our developments as musicians.   

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The theme song, "Playcation," was written by Mark Mundy.

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I sit down with Matt Mundy to discuss his incredible musical journey, which is deeply rooted in family heritage and a love for bluegrass. We dive into the evolution of bluegrass music, breaking down the role of various instruments and how academic influences have helped shape modern sounds.

Matt opens up about his early years in music, playing with family, and the joy of making music together. He also shares some memorable stories, including his experiences playing with Wendy Bagwell and his later transition to working with Bruce Hampton and the Aquarium Rescue Unit. We talk about the significance of rhythm in bluegrass, the importance of being a team player, and how the lessons he learned from his bandmates helped shape his playing style.

We even discuss some of Matt’s collaborations with well-known musicians like Bela Fleck, the rise of jam bands, and how he handles performance anxiety—a common challenge for so many in the music world. Matt also talks about teaching as a way to understand music on a deeper level and reflects on the joy of passing on his love for music to younger players.

Music from the Episode:
Up and Running (Béla Fleck)
Goldrush (Mark & Matt Mundy)
Stomp (Mark & Matt Mundy)
Dead Presidents (Bruce Hampton & the Aquarium Rescue Unit)
The Landing (Béla Fleck)
Mo' Better Blues (Mark Mundy, Matt Mundy, Jeff Sipe, & Brad Williams)

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The theme song, "Playcation," was written by Mark Mundy.

On this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I am thrilled to talk with my lifelong friend, Tim Hamilton.  Tim is an incredible steel guitar player and one of the best musicians I have ever been lucky enough to play with.  We talk about his early years and how the steel guitar came into his life.  We also talk about the many mutual heroes that shaped who we are as musicians. 

Tim has a wealth of knowledge of music, and I know you will enjoy his words.

Thank you for tuning in! If you have any questions, feedback, or ideas for the show, please contact me at [email protected]. And please spread the word about the show!

The theme song, "Playcation," was written by Mark Mundy.