Johnny Rabb: From Berklee to Collective Soul - Drumming Stories, Haters, and Peanut Hour :: Ep 236 The Rich Redmond Show

About this episode

Rich and Johnny Rabb discuss his journey in music, experiences with Collective Soul, and insights on drumming and touring.

Rich and Jim talk with drumming legend and longtime pal Johnny Rabb, the powerhouse behind Collective Soul for over a decade. In this candid conversation, Johnny opens up about his journey from Berklee College of Music to Nashville, his innovative "free hand technique," dealing with online trolls, and life on the road with one of rock's most enduring bands. From recording in Elvis's Palm Springs estate to the band's unique "Peanut Hour" joke-writing sessions, this episode is packed with insider stories, drumming wisdom, and plenty of laughs. **[4:27]** - Johnny reflects on being a returning guest during COVID times and the uncertainty of that period **[7:37]** - The story behind Collective Soul's "Summer Unity Tour" with Live and Our Lady Peace **[12:39]** - Recording at Elvis's Palm Springs estate for the documentary "Give Me a Word" **[20:00]** - The importance of treating crew members and runners with respect on tour **[25:00]** - Johnny's dream jobs outside of drumming: lawn care and real estate **[32:02]** - The band's daily ritual of "Peanut Hour" - their joke-writing workshop **[45:47]** - Johnny's signature playing style and incorporating technology with the Roland SPD-SX…

People in this episode

Host: Rich Redmond

Guest: Johnny Rabb

Topics covered

• drumming
• music industry
• online trolls
• touring life
• joke-writing
• personal stories

Keywords

• drumming stories
• Collective Soul
• Peanut Hour
• free hand technique
• online haters
• Nashville
• Berklee
• Elvis
• touring
• music

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Collective Soul, Berklee College of Music

Books & works: Give Me a Word

Places: Nashville, Elvis's Palm Springs estate

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