10. Donald Tardy - Obituary

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05/07/21 • 64 min

In Episode 10 of The Extreme Drummers Podcast I speak to the legendary Donald Tardy of Obituary!
Like some of my other guests Donald truly needs no introduction! As the power house drummer behind one of the greatest and most legendary death metal bands of all time, he has more than proved himself as one of the greats of the genre.
Donald has a truly unique and distinctive style. Filled with groove and power combined with incredible musicality and true understanding of what is "needed" for the song, his amazing playing style adds so much to the Obituary sound and without him it just wouldn't sound like Obituary!
In this episode we talk about how he approaches practicing his drums, how he writes his drum parts, his long standing relationship with his band mates and what he has seen change in the music industry over the years. We talk about his love of cats and also his time playing with Andrew W.K !
All in all another incredible chat with an absolute legend! As always I hope you enjoy listening to it!
To find out more about Obituary and Donald please check out the following:
www.obituary.cc
Instagram: @obituaryband
Facebook: @obituaryband
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9. James Stewart - Decapitated / Vader / Session

In Episode 9 of The Extreme Drummers Podcast I speak to James Stewart, drummer of Decapitated, Vader, Sermon, Divine Chaos + many more ...
James is a truly incredible extreme metal drummer. Combining intense speed and stamina with groove and creativity, all to seemingly effortless effect.
James made his name when he joined polish extreme metal legends Vader. Since then he has become a very recognisable name and face in the extreme metal world, which has lead to his recent recruitment by Polands other legendary extreme metal band Decapitated. With a packed session schedule on top of his commitments with Vader and Decapitated, James is truly a "working musician" in all senses of the word.
In this episode we talk about James' poignant experiences in Vader and how just "saying yes" can be a blessing and a curse. We discuss being the only Englishman in European bands. We talk about practice, writing and the highs and lows of touring. Its a great, candid chat and I really hope you enjoy.
If you want to find out more about James please check out the following:
Instagram: @James.stewart.drummer
Facebook: @jamesstewartdrummer
Youtube: /stewartj90
If you want to keep up to date with the Podcast or purchase merchandise please check out the website:
www.extremedrummerspodcast.com
Or follow on social media:
Instagram: @extremedrummerspodcast / @danwildingdrum
Facebook: /danwildingdrum
Youtube: Search "extreme drummers podcast"
Thanks for listening and see you next time!

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11. David Castillo - Producer /// Carcass, Leprous, Katatonia, Bloobdath, Whitechapel

In Episode 11 of The Extreme Drummers Podcast I speak to David Castillo.
David is a producer and engineer from Stockholm, Sweden. He works out of his own studio called Studio Grondahl. He has produced many of metals most prominent bands including Leprous, Bloodbath, Whitechapel, Soilwork, Opeth, Katatonia and of course ... Carcass.
If you want to find out more about David please check out the following:
davidcastillo.se
Instagram: @ghostwardstudio
If you want to keep up to date with the Podcast or purchase merchandise please check out the website:
www.extremedrummerspodcast.com
Or follow on social media:
Instagram: @extremedrummerspodcast / @danwildingdrum
Facebook: /danwildingdrum
Youtube: Search "extreme drummers podcast"
Thanks for listening and see you next time!