Show Notes
Welcome back to Drummers on Drumming, a podcast powered by Big Fat Snare Drum.
I’m Ben Hilzinger, and this is another segment of The Drum Panel.
Joining me:
Jessica Burdeaux (@jburdsbeats) Touring drummer (Covet, City Mouth) and content creator balancing real-world gigs with online presence.
George Martinez (@skinnygeorge) Former full-time studio drummer turned educator, content creator, and all-around thoughtful voice on longevity.
In this episode:
“It’s complicated” — how your relationship with drums changes over time
The weird shift from loving music more than drumming itself
Why chasing constant growth can actually burn you out
Letting students (or bandmates) make their own mistakes
The difference between chaos on tour vs. stability later in life
Content creation vs. real life: what actually matters
The pressure of the algorithm and why it messes with your head
Posting what you should vs. posting what’s actually real
Why documenting your own growth beats chasing views
The moment Instagram stopped making sense for everyone
Touring, playing live, and why that still beats the internet
The balance between being a musician and being a human
Saying no to gigs, content, or work that drains you
Why stepping away actually makes you better when you come back
The quiet insecurity of band feedback (trash can endings, anyone?)
Being your own worst critic… and why that never really goes away
What each of us is secretly proud of in our playing right now
Groove, touch, and making simple parts feel really good
Being easy to work with vs. being flashy
Why feel, energy, and stage presence still get you hired
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