Gear, There and Everywhere
Gear, There and Everywhere
Podcast Description
Four musicians — Sam, Dom, Ryan, and Mike — obsess over the musicianship, gear, and magic of The Beatles. From dissecting songs and tones to showcasing rare Beatles guitars, amps, and drums, we dive deep into what made the Fab Four legendary. We also interview incredible musicians, scholars, luthiers, and VIPs from across the Beatles universe. Whether you're a gearhead, superfan, or just love a good nerdy conversation, come hang out and celebrate the band that changed music forever.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores a variety of themes including musicianship, gear appreciation, and the cultural impact of The Beatles, with specific episodes dissecting songs like 'And I Love Her' and showcasing iconic instruments such as George Harrison's guitars, ensuring a blend of technical insight and personal storytelling.
Four musicians — Sam, Dom, Ryan, and Mike — obsess over the musicianship, gear, and magic of The Beatles. From dissecting songs and tones to showcasing rare Beatles guitars, amps, and drums, we dive deep into what made the Fab Four legendary. We also interview incredible musicians, scholars, luthiers, and VIPs from across the Beatles universe. Whether you’re a gearhead, superfan, or just love a good nerdy conversation, come hang out and celebrate the band that changed music forever.
By overwhelming popular demand, here it is – our deep dive into the 20th century's most iconic drums – Ringo Starr's Beatles drumkits. We’re joined by Ringo Starr’s personal drum curator, Gary Astridge, for a definitive exploration of Ringo's kits, from the 1950's through ”Now and Then.” 🎙🥁In this epic episode, Gary walks us through the sound, soul, and stories behind the drums that kept the backbeat of a generation. We dive deep into the Premier Kit, the two 20” Ludwig Downbeat kits, the two 22” Super Classic kits, the Hollywood kit, and even the reunion kits, revealing how each contributed to the magic of the Beatles’ sound.You’ll hear:
- The technical details and quirks of Ringo’s favorite kits
- The emotional story of Gary restoring and preserving Ringo's drums
- The significance of Ringo's 1963 Jazz Festival snare
- Personal memories and behind-the-scenes moments from Gary’s time working with Ringo
Whether you're a lifelong Beatles fan or a gearhead fascinated by vintage drums, this episode is for you. It's part history lesson, part personal tribute – and a must-listen celebration of the man who put the beat in the Beatles.
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