Rich and Jim dive deep with Nashville drummer, songwriter, and storyteller Vince Santoro. From his early days playing drums in Washington D.C. to becoming a staple in Nashville's music scene, Vince shares his incredible journey through music, including his work with Felix Cavalieri, Rodney Crowell, and his upcoming solo record "Exposed".

Timed Highlights:
[0:05] - Vince's early musical influences: Beatles, Kinks, Stones, and Hendrix
[0:15] - Nashville's evolving music and food scene
[0:25] - Vince's journey from D.C. to becoming a Nashville musician
[0:35] - His role as Secretary Treasurer of the Nashville Musicians Association
[0:45] - Playing with legendary artists like Edgar Winter and Felix Cavalieri
[0:55] - Behind-the-scenes of his unique one-man show combining drumming and storytelling
[1:05] - Details about his new solo record "Exposed"
[1:15] - Discussing songwriting process and musical inspirations

The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!

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Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.

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The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Co

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Christopher Williams is the powerhouse drummer for the legendary metal band Accept. Join Rich and Jim as they explore Williams' incredible musical journey from small-town South Carolina to sharing stages with rock icons like Gene Simmons and Ace Frehley.

Hear hilarious tour stories, learn about his woodworking side hustle, and discover the dedication behind becoming a world-class drummer. From heavy metal to Nashville's rock scene, this episode is a must-listen for music lovers and aspiring musicians.

Timed Highlights:

[0:10:39] - Christopher Williams moves to Nashville in 2008, getting his first opportunities through networking and connections

[0:53:50] - Hilarious story about last-minute preparation for a Lee Greenwood gig, learning 22 songs in just 11 hours

[1:07:14] - Funny interaction between Ace Frehley and Gene Simmons, with Ace signing a vault box and making a joke about not giving Gene more money

[1:15:11] - Discussion of Accept's recording history, with Christopher joining midway through the Blind Rage tour

[1:18:45] - Incredible story about performing at Wacken Festival with a 60-piece Czech National Symphony Orchestra, playing to 85,000 people and over a million livestream viewers

[1:20:02] - Introduction of Ainsley's Essential Blends, Christopher's wife's product line, including a "Rock See" leather-scented cologne

[1:27:47] - Christopher's top five drummer influences: Tommy Lee, Randy Castillo, Jerry Shirley, John Bonham, and Vinnie Paul

[1:43:13] - Childhood horror movie memories, particularly being scared by Pet Sematary as a young kid

The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!

Follow Rich:

@richredmond

www.richredmond.com

Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.

Follow Jim:

@jimmccarthy

www.jmvos.com

The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Co

www.itsyourshow.co

"Bass, Bands, and Backstage Stories: Brian Arsenault's 25-Year Musical Journey"

Join Rich Redmond and Brian Arsenault as they dive deep into the life of a professional bass player, exploring his incredible journey from Canadian country bars to touring with Gary Allen for 25 years. Highlights include:

[0:10] Early Touring Days: Brian's wild first experiences in a Winnebago with a fighting band
[0:25] Nashville Arrival: How a truck driver and a chance encounter brought Brian to Music City
[0:40] Pam Tillis Years: Behind-the-scenes stories from life on the road
[0:55] Gary Allen Band: The inside scoop on 25 years as a band leader and bass player
[1:10] Musical Influences: From Rush to Canadian rock bands that shaped his musical journey
[1:25] Life on the Tour Bus: The importance of being a great "hang" and surviving long tours

A hilarious and heartfelt conversation about perseverance, music, and the unglamorous reality of life as a professional musician. Brian shares incredible stories of survival, success, and staying true to his passion through decades in the music industry.

The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 30 of which have been #1 hits!

Follow Rich:

@richredmond

www.richredmond.com

Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.

Follow Jim:

@jimmccarthy

www.jmvos.com

The Rich Redmond Show is produced by It's Your Show dot Co

www.itsyourshow.co