Rich is an extremely positive, energetic, and multi-talented drummer, actor, author, speaker, podcast host, he does it all. Rich is best known for being the drummer for Jason Aldean over the past 20 years. Rich has also recorded toured and performed with Ludacris, Kelly Clarkson, Chris Stapleton, Kelsea Ballerini and many others. In this episode, Rich and I talk about his decision to move to Nashville and all that he had to do to break into the music industry. We talk about how he met Jason Aldean, his CRASH Course for Success and so much more! Learn about: 5:50 - 6:20 - How you’re never done playing dues  6:40 - 8:08 - Why to say yes to everything 14:42 - 15:05  - His philosophy towards every gig: if you’re gonna be there, you might as well kick ass  29:06 - 30:15 - The importances of taking lessons, focusing on your craft  35:58 - 37:07 - The Christmas Game - notifications are more exciting when you don’t check your phone too often  44:10 -44:24 - Passion + Persistence