Mikkey Dee (Scorpions / Motörhead / King Diamond) #13

Mikkey Dee (Scorpions / Motörhead / King Diamond) #13

Author: Dane Campbell February 12, 2021 Duration: 1:15:35

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Thanks for checking out episode 13 of Drum For The Song podcast featuring Mikkey Dee who is the new drummer of German hard rock veterans Scorpions but was also the drummer in Motörhead for 24 years! I am your host Dane Campbell and I play drums in Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons and Straight Lines.


During the conversation we talk about how having a musical family inspired Mikkey to play drums and how he saw Deep Purple live at age 7 and how he turned down Lemmy Kilmister to join Motörhead - twice! He also explains why playing a Scorpions show if more demanding than a Motörhead show ever was and why he never enjoyed playing the song 'Going To Brazil' live. He also talks about why he doesn't like Motörhead's Hammered album and how Lemmy was sometimes difficult to work with in the studio, which led to Mikkey leaving the band during the recording of the Overnight Sensation album! He also talks about his Wincent drumsticks and how he uses three different weights and combines them for different songs, why he doesn't like practice pads and why you should be looking at the ergonomics of your drum kit now!


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Behind every great song is a rhythm that holds it together, often created by a drummer whose name you might not know. Drum For The Song Podcast, hosted by working musician Dane Campbell, pulls back the curtain on these essential artists. Rather than focusing on technical jargon or gear, the conversations explore the personal journeys, creative decisions, and historical contexts that shape a drummer's unique voice. Dane, who plays in Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons and Straight Lines, brings a peer's perspective to long-form interviews with semi-professional and professional drummers from across the world. A core mission of this independent podcast is celebration-spotlighting incredibly talented players who rarely feature in mainstream drum magazines or on popular websites. These are the musicians who provide the backbone for countless recordings and tours, yet their stories remain largely untold. You'll hear about the pivotal moments in their careers, the albums that shaped them, and the practical realities of building a life in music. While drummers will naturally find a deep connection here, the discussions are crafted for anyone curious about the creative process, music history, and the human elements behind the instrument. It’s about the person behind the kit, the thinking that goes into a simple groove or a complex fill, and how that ultimately serves the music. Each episode is an invitation to appreciate the art of drumming not as an isolated skill, but as a fundamental, narrative force in the songs we love.
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