It’s not every day you get a letter from a legend. No, not Taylor Hawkins (that would be cool), but Fred Gretsch, whose name was on the front of my drums for over a decade. Mr. Gretsch had been reading articles on my website (!) and then up & called me the other day (!!). I gave him some impromptu … Read More
Elected President of SaskMusic for a third straight year!!
Absolutely honoured to serve as President of SaskMusic for a third straight year!!! There is more incredible talent per capita in this province than anywhere in the world and I am humbled to be a voice for it. Music is life. Life is music.
Can You Copyright a Drumbeat?
In light of the many high profile plagiarism cases making headlines in the music business over the last few years (Lana Del Rey, Led Zeppelin, Robin Thicke, Sam Smith, etc.), it felt like the right time to examine the topic of songwriting from where we all sit: the drum throne. All of the above instances of alleged plagiarism involved similarities … Read More
OBS Plays to 5000 Screaming Hometown Fans
Last night I was led to the stage by my son, to play for 5000 screaming hometown friends, and I think it was the greatest feeling in the world
Proud of my clients The Dead South – JUNO Winners!!
In case anyone didn’t know: Saskatchewan makes the best music in the world, and the world is starting to realize it. HUGE congrats to my good friends and clients The Dead South on your JUNO for Traditional Roots Album of the Year!!! So proud
We’re Touring Arenas With Shinedown!
We just found out we’re doing our third arena tour of the last three years (first two being Def Leppard and Judas Priest). We’ll be touring western Canada with Shinedown!! Dates to be posted soon. STOKED
My First Drum Clinic!
I never attended drum clinics when I was starting out, probably because I was too shy or scared or didn’t have the money. So that’s why this – my first ever drum clinic – is aimed at every kid in Saskatoon, no matter what your level. Maybe you’ve never had a lesson before. Perfect. Maybe you’ve never even played drums … Read More
Three Billboards Gets Seven Oscar Nominations!
Absolutely HONOURED to be involved in this film in a SMALL way, negotiating the placement of my good friend Colter Wall’s song in the official trailer. Seven Oscar nominations!!! Best of the year for me, go see this film
Music Contracts 101 – Free Presentation
I’m providing a free presentation to SaskMusic members in Sask and Regina this week! Jan 30 in Saskatoon, Jan 31 in Regina. Come and learn about the 5 main agreements you will see as a musician, and what to look out for.