The Unwritten Rules of Being a Professional Drummer | Jarred Pope

On this episode of The Rich Redmond Show, Rich and Jim welcome Nashville-based drummer Jarred Pope for a wide-ranging conversation about life on the road, finding his place in the music business, and keeping rock and roll alive. Jarred shares stories from his work with Tom Keifer, Brother Kane, Gene Simmons, and other artists, and talks about the value of reading charts, learning by watching great players, and building a distinctive sound behind the kit. Some records Jarred has done: -Mother Funk Conspiracy -Crosby Loggins  and the Light “We All Go Home” great album, but hard to find -Damon Johnson “Echo” Ep, “Birmingham Tonight Live” live album, Memoirs of an uprising  Damon Johnson and the Get Ready “Battle Lessons” my favorite DJ record by far… Of course, The Brother Cane “Magnolia Medicine” and Tom Keifer Band “Rise” Timed Highlights: 00:00 — Introducing Jarred Pope and his move to Nashville 05:00 — ’70s rock, touring, and life on the road 11:00 — Reading charts and learning songs 17:00 — Vinnie Colaiuta, drumming influences, and gear 23:00 — Nashville’s Rock and Roll Residency and the Gene Simmons band 30:00 — Touring with Tom Keifer and band chemistry 37:00 — California roots, early gigs, and musical influences 44:00 — Family, touring life, and Jarred’s grandson’s onstage debut 51:00 — Brother Kane, recording sessions, and favorite projects 58:00 — Rush, making music your own, and drummer influences 1:06:00 — Dream tribute bands and final thoughts 1:18:00 — Wrap-up and closing remarks Links: Jarred’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jarredwpope/?hl=en Podcast Production: https://itsyourshow.co Rich’s drum intensive: https://drumtensive.com The Rich Redmond Show: https://richredmond.com/podcasts