Join Rich Redmond and Jim McCarthy as they dive deep with Kevin Rapillo, a veteran country music drummer who's been holding down the beat for Rodney Atkins for 25 years. This episode explores Kevin's journey from Boston's music scene to becoming a Nashville staple, with hilarious stories and insider insights into the music industry.

Timed Highlights:

[0:00-0:10] Early drumming influences and family background

[0:10-0:25] Kevin's start with drumsticks as a young musician

[0:43-1:02] Family connection to legendary drummer Gene Krupa

[1:36-2:09] Early drum lessons and musical passion

[12:42-13:35] Kevin's podcast with Trey Gray

[22:25-23:15] Moving to Nashville and career beginnings

[46:14-47:00] How he got connected with Rodney Atkins

[1:12:40-1:13:35] Discussion about podcast and potential guest appearances

[1:24:56-1:25:48] Reflections on friendship, career, and music industry

The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!

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Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.

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The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Co

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Join Rich and Jim as they sit down with Joseph Wooten, keyboardist of the legendary Steve Miller Band and member of the renowned Wooten Brothers, for an inspiring conversation about music, life, and the power of rhythm.

Timed Highlights:

[0:05:30] - Joseph's Journey to Nashville in 1990

[0:14:30] - Joining the Steve Miller Band: A 32-Year Musical Odyssey

[0:28:50] - The Philosophical Power of Rhythm in Music

[0:43:45] - How Music Can Unify People Beyond Political Differences

[0:57:00] - The Wooten Brothers' Musical Origins and Family Bond

[1:01:00] - Joseph's Book "All Matters What I Believe" and Life Wisdom

[1:08:00] - Daily Positive Messages and Social Media Impact

In this episode, Joseph shares profound insights into music as a universal language, his incredible musical journey, and how rhythm can bridge cultural divides. From personal stories about the Wooten Brothers to reflections on life and creativity, this conversation is a must-listen for musicians and music lovers alike.

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The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!

We have MERCH! www.therichredmondshow.com

Follow Rich:

@richredmond

www.richredmond.com

Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.

Follow Jim:

@jimmccarthy

www.jmvos.com

The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Co

www.itsyourshow.co

Join Rich and Jim as they as they dive deep into the world of Garth Justice’s musical roots, Nashville scene insights, and career highlights. Key moments include:

[0:11:16] - How Garth first picked up drumsticks at age two in his grandparents' house

[0:12:29] - His first church performance at 7-8 years old when the drummer didn't show up

[0:16:58] - Early musical experiences playing in college groups and seeking performance opportunities

[0:18:33] - Influences from legendary drummers like Carl Palmer and Carlos Vega

[0:19:24] - Learning from local Nashville drum heroes like Mark Hammond and John Hammond

Highlights include Garth's journey from Cleveland, Tennessee to becoming a sought-after drummer for artists like Reba McEntire, his Pro Tools engineering skills, and insights into the Nashville music scene. A must-listen for drummers and music enthusiasts!

The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!

We have MERCH! www.therichredmondshow.com

Follow Rich:

@richredmond

www.richredmond.com

Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.

Follow Jim:

@jimmccarthy

www.jmvos.com

The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Co

www.itsyourshow.co