#809 Franklin Vanderbilt

About this episode

In this episode, Kelly Cardenas interviews legendary drummer Franklin Vanderbilt about his career and personal philosophy.

Franklin Vanderbil t: The Drummer Behind Lenny Kravitz, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan & More | The Vibe Podcast with Kelly Cardenas What makes a true rockstar? Is it the stages they've played, the legends they've performed with, or something deeper? In this powerful episode of The Vibe Podcast, Kelly Cardenas sits down with legendary musician, songwriter, producer, entrepreneur, and creative visionary Franklin Vanderbilt. For 15 years, Franklin served as the drummer for Lenny Kravitz, helping shape the sound and energy of one of rock music's most iconic live performances. Throughout his remarkable career, he has also worked alongside music legends including Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Stanley Clarke, Richie Kotzen, and many more. Today, he continues to expand his influence through groundbreaking creative projects, his latest solo album Inside My Silence, and his innovative new brand, Royal Cadence. But this conversation goes far beyond music. Kelly first met Franklin years ago at a drum circle overlooking the California coast. While Franklin's résumé reads like a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction speech, what stood out wasn't the celebrity—it was the character. This episode…

People in this episode

Host: Kelly Cardenas

Guest: Franklin Vanderbilt

Topics covered

• music
• creativity
• leadership
• authenticity
• personal philosophy
• inspiration

Keywords

• drummer
• rockstar
• music legends
• creativity
• entrepreneur
• inspiration
• leadership

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Inside My Silence

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