Raising Up a Worship Drummer: The Journey of 12 year old John Miles Brockman (Episode 51)
🎧 In this episode of the Worship Drummer Podcast, we chat with John Miles Brockman and his dad, John Brockman, about the journey of a young drummer who’s already making waves in the worship world. From playing pots and pans as a toddler to sitting in with top worship teams, John Miles’ story is equal parts inspiring and humbling. We talk about parenting, platform, pressure, and keeping the focus on Jesus.Whether you’re raising a young musician or trying to steward your own calling, this one will encourage and challenge you.Timestamps00:00 - Intro & Meet the Brockmans02:53 - Discovering the Gift Early07:59 - First Church Gigs & Learning the Ropes12:43 - Studying Drummers & Influences16:35 - Creating Space for Young Musicians in Church23:10 - Balancing Playing and Spiritual Growth29:30 - Social Media, Going Viral & Staying Humble37:00 - Endorsements, Opportunities & Testimonies42:00 - Navigating Fame, Pressure & Criticism54:00 - Final Words from John Miles & What’s Next🔗 Follow John Miles BrockmanWebsite, Merch, Drum Samples & Links: johnmilesbrockman.com👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more stories from worship drummers shaping the sound of the church.#WorshipDrummer #JohnMilesBrockman #WorshipDrumming #NextGenDrummer #DrummerInterview #worshipdrummerPodcast🔵 FREE DRUM LESSONS WITH DRUMEO FOR 30 DAYShttp://drumeo.com/affiliate/worshipdrummer?oid=88&affid=54🥁🎥 WD's SWEETWATER GEAR SHOPhttps://www.sweetwater.com/shop/worship-drummer/🎙️ THE WORSHIP DRUMMER PODCASTApple: https://apple.co/3ofPXImSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3HdLmiGWD's CAMERA, AUDIO, AND GEARCamera - https://amzn.to/3OqYwgu (Amazon)Lens 1 - https://amzn.to/3WsZkHm (Amazon)Lens 2 - https://amzn.to/3cJO6pS (Amazon)Shure SM7B Mic - https://imp.i114863.net/JrO25e (Sweetwater)Rode PSA1 Professional Studio Arm - https://imp.i114863.net/6bnEBE (Sweetwater)Rode RODECaster Pro 2- https://amzn.to/3NXhP0f (Amazon)SD Card - https://imp.i114863.net/rnLXAd (Sweetwater)Some of the links are affiliate links. Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. Get music for your videos or livestream from Soundstripe. Sign up for FREE ➡️ https://bit.ly/3nLIPUX
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From Bethel to Nashville: David Whitworth & Joe Volk on Worship Drums + Welcome to Sundays (Episode 50)
In this episode of the Worship Drummer Podcast, I sit down with David Whitworth and Joe Volk — two of the most recognizable names in worship drumming. We talk about how they met in Redding, their years touring with Bethel Music, moving to Nashville, and what it was like to play with Brandon Lake on Jimmy Kimmel Live.We also dive into the heart behind their new project, Welcome to Sundays - a growing resource for worship drummers with templates, samples, and tools to serve your church and elevate your craft.🔥 Whether you’re a church drummer, music director, or just love hearing the behind-the-scenes of worship music, this one’s packed with gold.📌 Chapters & Highlights0:00 – Intro1:17 – Joe & David’s drumming origin story3:36 – Behind “We Will Not Be Shaken”6:44 – Tour life, double drums, funny moments8:08 – Why they moved to Nashville18:08 – Brandon Lake, Jimmy Kimmel, & touring22:44 – Joe’s podcast production journey26:02 – David on producing worship records31:51 – Worship drum trends we love (and don’t)37:41 – What is Welcome to Sundays?45:22 – Ableton & drum mixing templates50:25 – Where to follow Joe & David👇 Resources Mentioned🔗 https://welcometosundays.com📸 Follow David: https://instagram.com/davidwhitworth📸 Follow Joe: https://instagram.com/joevolk📸 Follow Jon: https://instagram.com/jonmanna📸 Follow Worship Drummer: https://instagram.com/worshipdrummer ⸻👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews and resources for worship drummers.🔔 Hit the bell to never miss an episode.#WorshipDrummer #DavidWhitworth #JoeVolk #WelcomeToSundays #WorshipDrums #BrandonLake #BethelMusic #AbletonLive #DrumTemplates #ChurchMusic🎤 📷 🎥 GET OUR GEAR LISThttps://worshipdrummer.ck.page/gear🔵 FREE DRUM LESSONS WITH DRUMEO FOR 30 DAYShttp://lp.musora.com/worship-drummer?oid=24&affid=54🎙️ THE WORSHIP DRUMMER PODCASTApple: https://apple.co/3ofPXImSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3HdLmiGWD's CAMERA, AUDIO, AND GEARCamera - https://amzn.to/3OqYwgu (Amazon)Lens 1 - https://amzn.to/3WsZkHm (Amazon)Lens 2 - https://amzn.to/3cJO6pS (Amazon)Shure SM7B Mic - https://imp.i114863.net/JrO25e (Sweetwater)Rode PSA1 Professional Studio Arm - https://imp.i114863.net/6bnEBE (Sweetwater)Rode RODECaster Pro 2- https://amzn.to/3NXhP0f (Amazon)SD Card - https://imp.i114863.net/rnLXAd (Sweetwater)Some of the links are affiliate links. Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. Get music for your videos or livestream from Soundstripe. Sign up for FREE ➡️ https://bit.ly/3nLIPUX
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Drumming Ergonomics Mastery: Injury Prevention & Pro Tips w/ Brandon Green (Episode 49)
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🎧 Welcome to a super insightful episode of the Worship Drummer Podcast! We’ve got the drumming whiz Brandon Green with us, diving deep into the art of mastering drumming ergonomics. Known for his awesome YouTube channel "Drum Mechanics," Brandon spills the beans on preventing injuries and boosting performance for all you drummers out there. We chat about gearing up for those marathon drumming sessions, whether it's for back-to-back church services or long gigs. Brandon shares some cool tips on prepping both before and on the day, mixing regular practice with smart moves like balanced caffeine intake for keeping sharp.
In our convo, we really dig into the importance of drumming ergonomics, tackling common injuries like carpal tunnel, thumb strains, and back issues. Brandon gives some killer advice on picking the perfect drum throne to match your body, kind of like custom orthotics, for comfort and long-term health. He’s not a fan of those hydraulic drum seats, instead, he’s all about setups that keep your spine healthy and stable. Plus, he introduces us to the Drum Forever Fitness Program and a drum set ergonomics course aimed at boosting health and performance. You’ll feel Brandon’s passion for helping drummers play longer and enjoy more, and he invites you to check out his stuff on Instagram and YouTube. Don’t miss out on this episode – it’s packed with tips to help you play better, longer, and pain-free!
00:00 - Preparing for Extended Drumming Sessions
11:10 - Injury Prevention and Drumming Ergonomics
16:18 - Optimal Drum Throne Positioning and Posture
21:30 - Optimizing Drumming Posture and Mobility
26:04 - Practicality of Shock Absorbers in Drumming
32:28 - Revolutionizing Drum Set Ergonomics
38:55 - Affordable Drum Ergonomics Course Launch
42:50 - Drum Forever Fitness Community Launch
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How Aaron Raney Balances Drumming, Playback and Tour Managing for CAIN | Episode 048
🎥 In this episode of the Worship Drummer Podcast, we sit down with Aaron Raney, drummer and tour manager for the Christian band CAIN, live at the Kingdom Bound Festival. Aaron shares his incredible journey from his humble beginnings in a small Pentecostal church in Texas to playing major festivals, touring with CAIN, and managing their crew.🏆 Topics covered in this interview00:00 - Introduction and Aaron’s Early Drumming Inspiration02:07 - From Middle School Band to Professional Drumming04:22 - Studying Music at Baylor and Belmont Universities07:18 - Balancing Drumming and Tour Management with CAIN12:54 - Running Ableton Tracks and Music Directing (MD)17:16 - Advice for Drummers on Growing Their Career in Christian Music23:55 - The Role of Faith and Perseverance in Aaron’s Journey👉 Follow Aaron Raney on Instagram👉 Follow CAIN on Instagram📱 Follow us on social mediaWorship Drummer on InstagramJon Manna on Instagram worshipdrummer.com-----------------🎤 📷 🎥 GET OUR GEAR LISThttps://worshipdrummer.ck.page/gearWD PATREON - POV and BTS CONTENThttps://www.patreon.com/worshipdrummer🥁 DRUM SAMPLES FOR WORSHIPhttps://worshipdrumsamples.com/🔵 FREE DRUM LESSONS WITH DRUMEO FOR 30 DAYShttp://lp.musora.com/worship-drummer?oid=24&affid=54🎙️ THE WORSHIP DRUMMER PODCASTApple: https://apple.co/3ofPXImSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3HdLmiG🚨GET WORSHIP DRUMMER MERCHhttps://worshipdrummer.com/shop/🔴 SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELhttps://www.youtube.com/worshipdrummer?sub_confirmation=1WD's CAMERA, AUDIO, AND GEARDrum Audio Interface: https://imp.i114863.net/2rY77D (Sweetwater)Evans G2 Drum Heads: https://imp.i114863.net/RyaEE7 (Sweetwater)Camera - https://amzn.to/3OqYwgu (Amazon)Lens 1 - https://amzn.to/3WsZkHm (Amazon)Lens 2 - https://amzn.to/3cJO6pS (Amazon)Shure SM7B Mic - https://imp.i114863.net/JrO25e (Sweetwater)Rode PSA1 Professional Studio Arm - https://imp.i114863.net/6bnEBE (Sweetwater)Rode RODECaster Pro 2- https://amzn.to/3NXhP0f (Amazon)SD Card - https://imp.i114863.net/rnLXAd (Sweetwater)Some of the links are affiliate links. Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. Get music for your videos or livestream from Soundstripe. Sign up for FREE ➡️ https://bit.ly/3nLIPUX#worshipdrummer #HeartBeforeBeat #ChristianMusic #DrummerInterview #TourLife #DrummingTips #AaronRaney #WorshipDrums #MusicDirector #KingdomBound #DrumGear #MusicIndustry #WorshipDrummerPodcast
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Behind the Scenes with Lakewood Music's Lead Producer: Abel Orta Jr | Episode 047
Join us for an incredible episode with Abel Orta Jr, the lead producer of Lakewood Music. Abel takes us on his journey from being a young drummer in San Antonio to becoming a pivotal figure in worship music production at Lakewood Church. Hear how his dreams of pop music evolved into a calling to create worship experiences. He shares about his music-filled upbringing, the importance of parents in nurturing gifts, and how modern tech is making a wide variety of music more accessible than ever. Abel also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at producing Lakewood Music and talks about his passions outside the studio—like fostering dogs and baking sourdough bread. Whether you're a music lover, an aspiring producer, or just enjoy great stories, this episode is packed with pro tips, personal insights, and inspiration. Plus, don’t miss his advice on social media and the unforgettable story of performing at Yankee Stadium. You don’t want to miss it!
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