Spike T Smith (Memoriam, ex-Morrissey, The Damned, Killing Joke, New York Dolls & more) #30

Spike T Smith (Memoriam, ex-Morrissey, The Damned, Killing Joke, New York Dolls & more) #30

Author: Dane Campbell October 8, 2021 Duration: 2:31:19

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Thanks for checking out episode 30 of Drum For The Song podcast featuring Spike T Smith who currently plays with british old school death metal band Memoriam but has also played drums for a variety of big names including Morrissey, The Damned, Killing Joke and New York Dolls just to name a few.


In this episode, we talk about Spike's upbringing in North Wales and how he discovered his love for the drums, his impressive career including stories of his favourite memories over the years and how he ended working with such a variety of bands and artists. He also explains how he recently joined Memoriam and how recording an album with them really forced him to improve certain areas of his drumming skills like his double kick playing, performing at Bloodstock Festival in 2021 after the pandemic, his years of teaching drums, the D-Beat, his mum going to the same school as Motorhead founder Lemmy Kilmister and much more!


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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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