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432 - Jon "Ginger" Hamilton: Drumming for Sam Smith, Preparing for the Gig You Want, Touring in the 21st Century

432 - Jon "Ginger" Hamilton: Drumming for Sam Smith, Preparing for the Gig You Want, Touring in the 21st Century

FromWorking Drummer


432 - Jon "Ginger" Hamilton: Drumming for Sam Smith, Preparing for the Gig You Want, Touring in the 21st Century

FromWorking Drummer

ratings:
Length:
68 minutes
Released:
Aug 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Originally from South East London and currently residing in Nashville, TN, Jonathan 'Ginger' Hamilton developed his love for music growing up in church. By age fourteen was holding it down for the UK's leading worship leaders and groups. A few years later, he made his Pop music debut and has gone on to work with artists like, Jessie J, Olly Murs, Lianne La Havas, N Dubz, JLS and Westlife. Since 2017, he has been the touring drummer for Sam Smith.
In this episode, Jon talks about:

   Managing drumming and repetitive stress injuries

   Acclimating to Nashville, TN from London

   Influence of Caribbean and African music in gospel music in the UK

   Bringing positivity to every situation and gig

   Preparing for the gig you want

   Drumming for Sam Smith

   The touring rig for the 21st century

   Mentorship

   His clothing line, Drum and Drummer
Released:
Aug 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Everything you need to know about being a professional drummer…and a few things you may not want to know. Hosted by Matthew Crouse and Zack Albetta: the podcast Working Drummer covers it all in interviews with a dynamic range of pro drummers. With over 300 episodes and counting, Working Drummer Podcast is the source for those interested in what it’s like to be a professional drummer. We hear from a diverse range of musicians who represent many different genres and scenes. Each weekly interview features a different performer, sometimes with a less recognizable name, but always with an impressive and distinct body of work. This unique approach has garnered a loyal audience hungry for unfiltered stories about making a living as a musician today.