July 13, 2024: Jason Mraz & The Superband brought all the positive vibes to the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls. Check here for more info on Jason Mraz: jasonmraz.com Opening for Jason Mraz was the funky alt band Ripe. Photography by: Stuart Hendrie ..read more

On this episode, Michael Scott welcomes back Ray LeVier for his second appearance on his podcast. Based out of New York, Ray is an in demand drummer who divides his time between session work, composing and teaching. Ray recently completed work on his new book “Drumming In Flow” which is a guide to concentration, creativity and incorporating breathing techniques in drumming, which allows you to achieve consistent peak performance.  In this interview, they discuss how his motivation to write the book was to overcome some of his own obstacles. They discuss the value of meditation and breathi ..read more

June 29, 2024: Nickelback rocked a sold out house at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls. Learn more about Nickelback here: nickelback.com Opening for Nickelback was Owen Riegling. Photography by: Stuart Hendrie ..read more

June 29, 2024: Owen Riegling opening for Nickelback at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls. Fantastic show. Be sure to check out Owen on tour. Learn more about Owen Riegling here: www.owenriegling.com Photography by: Stuart Hendrie ..read more

This episode features Micheal Scott‘s conversation with the legendary David Garibaldi. Best known for his work with the iconic group Tower Of Power, David is one of the most influential drummers of our generation, and a renowned educator who inspires others to explore new concepts and embrace their own creative voice. Follow David: https://www.facebook.com/davegaribaldi https://www.instagram.com/davidgaribaldimusic/ The post Drummer’s Pathway: Episode 46 – David Garibaldi (Tower Of Power & Embracing Your Creative Voice) first appeared on Big Jam Magazine ..read more

June 22, 2024: Keith Urban and his incredible band played a fantastic night of hit songs and ripping guitar solos(!) at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls. Definitely a show not to be missed. Learn more about Keith Urban and his tour here: keithurban.com Canadian superstar MacKenzie Porter played a great open set to get the audience going. Photography by: Stuart Hendrie ..read more

June 22, 2024: MacKenzie Porter played a great set of songs to warm up a sold out audience at the Keith Urban show at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls. Look MacKenzie up and catch one of her shows! Learn more about MacKenzie Porter here: mackenzieporter.com Photography by: Stuart Hendrie ..read more

This episode features Michael Scott‘s conversation with drummer Aaron Spink. Known for his versatility, Aaron is a freelance musician and educator based out of Ajax, Ontario. After studying Jazz Performance at Humber College, Aaron embarked on a career that has seen him work with numerous artists in many genres in both live and studio environments. Aaron is also highly regarded as an educator and clinician and is currently on faculty at the Yamaha School Of Music.  In their conversation, they talk about his experiences and lessons learned through his post-secondary education. They also d ..read more

This episode features Michael Scott‘s conversation with drummer Allison Miller. Based out of New York,  Allison is an award winning musician, composer and educator who is highly regarded for her jazz improvisational skills showcasing her versatility and dynamic approach to the drum set.  Allison was named as a Rising Star Drummer in Downbeat magazine’s 67th Annual Critics Poll and Best Jazz Drummer in Jazz Times’s 2019 Critics Poll. She is also the first recipient of the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation’s Commissioning Grant. The product of this commission is he ..read more

May 23, 2024: The Pursuit of Happiness (TPOH), The Watchmen, and 54-40, icons of the Canadian alternative music scene and college rock favourites, put on a fantastic show at the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls. A night full of classic hits. Photography by: Stuart Hendrie ..read more