Omar Hakim: The Incredible Career of a Drumming Legend. Part 1 – #78
This week, Go With Elmo kicks off a two-part deep dive into the life and legacy of drumming legend Omar Hakim. Host Elmo Lovano guides listeners through a candid, energetic conversation with Omar, unearthing the experiences and early influences that shaped him into one of the world’s most in-demand drummers. This first installment traces his […]
Steve Smith: The Career Spanning Interview. From Jazz to Journey and Beyond #77
Go With Elmo Episode 77 features a guest whose drumming artistry has resonated far beyond any one genre: Steve Smith. Most widely recognized as the powerhouse behind Journey’s biggest hits, Smith’s musical journey is a tapestry woven from the threads of jazz, fusion, rock, and his own relentless curiosity. Elmo Lovano dives deep, unearthing not […]
J-Rod Sullivan: From Viral Drum Videos to Janet Jackson’s Drummer #76
Episode 76 of “Go With Elmo” brings us an inspiring conversation between Elmo Lovano and the incredible drummer J-Rod Sullivan. The episode peels back the curtain on J-Rod’s journey from posting drum covers on YouTube to drumming for Janet Jackson. Filmed in Elmo’s hotel room in Las Vegas, the day after J-rod performed with Janet […]
Thomas Lang: Drum God Mode, Practice Secrets, Clinics, and the Realities of Music Careers (with special guest Luke Holland!) #75
Thomas Lang is one of the best drummers of all time. His drive and focused, intentional practice has led to him being one of the most sophisticated drummers, producers, and composers, with the ability to do four-limb separation beyond pretty much anyone else. On top of that ability, he is musical! He’s also a great […]
Ash Soan: Getting Drum Tones, Building an Instagram Following, Snow Patrol, Ariel Posen
Everything You Need to Know Ash Soan is one of the most sought after session drummers in the UK, who has worked with the likes of Adele, Taylor Swift, Seal, Billy Idol, Tate McRae and so many more. Ash’s 5th gig was Woodstock ’94 with the band, Del Amitri and then went on to support […]
Harvey Mason Sr.: The Drum Legend on Herbie Hancock’s Head Hunters, Chick, Quincy, Changing Partners #71
Everything You Need to Know In episode 71 of Go With Elmo, host Elmo Lovano dives into a rich, career-spanning conversation with the legendary session drummer and recording artist, Harvey Mason. Known for his genre-defining grooves and versatility across the jazz, funk, and pop worlds, Mason shares the remarkable stories behind his iconic collaborations, his […]
The Pocket Queen: Drumming, Branding, and Building an Authentic Career #69
This week on Go With Elmo, host Elmo Lovano takes us backstage at the Montreux Jazz Fest Miami for an inspiring, candid, and deeply human conversation with one of the most exciting drummers of our time: Taylor Gordon, better known by her formidable moniker, The Pocket Queen. Together, they riff on everything from viral moments […]
Mohini Dey: The Bass Phenom from India on her journey, Willow, touring, branding & entrepreneurship #68
Everything You Need to Know This week on Go With Elmo, host Elmo Lovano takes us backstage at the Montreux Jazz Fest Miami for an inspiring, candid, and deeply human conversation with one of the most exciting drummers of our time: Taylor Gordon, better known by her formidable moniker, The Pocket Queen. Together, they riff […]
Nate Smith: Behind the Groove with Fearless Flyers, Brittany Howard & Kinfolk. #65
About the EpisodeOn episode 65 of Go With Elmo, Elmo Lovano sits down with one of the most beloved and influential drummers in modern music, Nate Smith. Known for his dynamic work across jazz, funk, and rock, Nate brings his insight, humility, and humor to a wide-ranging conversation. Whether you know him as the rhythmic […]
Go With Elmo: Jacob Collier on World-Building, Musical Innovation, and Following Your Goosebumps #59
Everything You Need to Know Go With Elmo, hosted by Elmo Lovano, is known for its insightful and uplifting conversations with musicians, creators, and culture shapers. In this episode, Elmo sits down for an in-depth chat with the multitalented, six-time Grammy Award winner, Jacob Collier. If you’re a music lover or just someone intrigued by […]
