EP69 - Developing As A Teacher

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   S2 · E74 · 13 Mar 2026 · 1 hr

   Dealing With Uncertainty

   In this weeks episode, we talk about dealing with uncertainty. Being working drummers, we all encounter uncertainty all too often. From not knowing when the next gig will come in, not knowing what to practice, what bit of gear to buy and everything in between. It makes a tough business feel even tougher. We're all in it together though and if you have a that uneasy feeling of uncertainty, get in touch are share your stories with us on our instagram - @countusinpodcast - we'd love to chat abou...

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   S2 · E73 · 27 Feb 2026 · 53 min

   Growing An Originals Band

   In this episode we discuss all our experiences in growing our originals bands. Reminiscing about our very first originals bands, all the way to our most recent experiences with our current projects. Have you been a part of an originals project and experienced something similar? Or have you found any of these tips useful with your current projects? Let us know on our Instagram - @countusinpodcast Check out Harry's band Digsby's new album "Death of the Party" here: Get tickets for their album s...

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   S2 · E72 · 13 Feb 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

   Tips For Your First Gig

   In this episode, we give you some tips and tricks for your first gigs. These are the kind of things that we've learnt the hard way through experience, like having no hi hat clutch or drum rug. So we hope that we can save you the trouble. Are there any tips and tricks we missed? or have we reminded you about your first gig or the first time you forgot your drum rug? Let us know on Instagram - @countusinpodcast Links Mentioned in this episode: Montgomery Slacks new single: https://open.spotify....

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   S2 · E71 · 30 Jan 2026 · 47 min

   Restarting In 2026!

   We're back! Thank you to everyone that listened and shared the podcast in 2025. We took some time over Christmas and the beginning of January to regroup and talk about what we want to do with our drumming and of course, the podcast in 2026. This weeks episode is about looking back at our 2025 goals and reflecting on if we achieved them or not, and it was BRUTAL! We're looking forward to 2026 and thank you for the continued support! Please leave a 5 star review on Spotify and where...

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   S1 · E70 · 12 Dec 2025 · 48 min

   EP70 - Recording Drums Easily

   In this episode, Matt and Harry discuss making recording drums more accessible. We discuss affordable microphones and interfaces that are ideal for starting and ways in which you can get yourself started in the world of recording. It can feel very overwhelming at first, but it’s much easier than you think to get started. Interested in getting into recording? Check out the gear we recommended below. Behringer 4 Channel Interface - https://www.thomann.co.uk/behringer_umc404hd.htm?gad...

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   S1 · E68 · 14 Nov 2025 · 53 min

   EP68 - Drum Heads & Drum Camps

   In this episode, we catch up with Matt about this years The Drummers Odyssey Camp and get some highlights, we talk bass drum heads and what we’re using and talk about plans for the remaining episodes of the year! Instagram: @countusinpodcast Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermusic Harry: @harryplaysdrums Support the show Buy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

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   S1 · E67 · 31 Oct 2025 · 56 min

   EP67 - The UK Drum Show Debrief

   In this episode, we unpack and talk everything about this years UK Drum Show. We discuss our pickups from the show floor, performance highlights and memories from the weekend. Were you at this years show? Let us know what you enjoyed on our instagram - @countusinpodcast Harry's Paiste video: https://youtu.be/fIIYUJ2GcnU?si=R9hQTD3BFSE2b3Uy Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermusic Harry: @harryplaysdrums Support the show Buy Me A Coffee Link: buymeacoffee.com/countusinpodcast

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   S1 · E66 · 16 Oct 2025 · 50 min

   EP66 - Its That Time…UK Drum Show 2025!

   This weeks episode is all about the UK Drum Show. Its our yearly get together with the drumming community to marvel at the incredible drummers that perform, the amazing equipment all of our favourite companies have on display and get fuelled up with inspiration. We'll be doing a full debrief of the show in the next episode so stay tuned, but we hope if you're at the show that you enjoy it. We hope to see you all there! Instagram - @countusinpodcast Count Us In on YouTube: https://www.youtube....

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   S1 · E65 · 2 Oct 2025 · 41 min

   EP65 - 3 Drum Fills To Practice

   In this weeks episode, we share 3 drum fills to work on in your practice. These drum fills we recorded and demonstrated during the recording of the episode using our electric kits, but you can find the notation and visual demonstration of the drum fills on our instagram - @countusinpodcast or on our YouTube. We hope you enjoy working on these fills and please share your progress with us! Matt - @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie - @jamiejoinermusic Harry - @harryplaysdrums Support the sh...

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    S1 · E64 · 18 Sep 2025 · 51 min

    EP64 - Teaching Drums Without Playing Drums

    In this episode we discuss the sometimes awkward topic of teaching drums.. without actually playing drums... Ever taught a lesson where you have the student play for no more than 5 minutes, but you've spent most of the lesson chatting? Well we talk about that process and how actually, sometimes those are better lessons both for the student and the teacher. Instagram: @coutusinpodcast Matt: @matt_lacey_drummer Jamie: @jamiejoinermusic Harry: @harryplaysdrums Support the show Buy Me A C...