About this episode
This week's guest is Isaiah Weatherspoon , a Philadelphia-based drummer who started playing at the age of four. He went on to graduate from Berklee College of Music in 2019 with a Bachelor's degree in Music Production and Engineering. Over the years, Isaiah has performed with an impressive roster of artists, including Lizz Wright, Greg Phillinganes, Lauren Talese, Leehom Wang, Justin Timberlake, Sister Sledge, and many more. I first noticed Isaiah when I saw a video on Instagram of him using one of our Big Fat Snare Drum Steve's Donuts on his floor tom during an outdoor concert. He was going crazy on the drums, and I was truly impressed. His positive energy and outlook made this conversation a real pleasure. Plus, we dive into a fascinating topic: synesthesia, a perceptual phenomenon that Isaiah proudly embraces. So, without further ado, here are the five records that have shaped Isaiah Weatherspoon into the musician he is today. Cheers! Check out his book: MUSIC IS COOL! Music Coloring Book for Kids --- Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today! 🎯 Click here to order now! Drummers on Drumming (the book) takes you inside the stories, records, and moments that shaped some of the world’s greatest drummers. Built on the Big Fat Five format of digging into top influences, it’s packed with candid interviews and personal insights. Whether you’re just starting out or have been playing for years, this book is here to inspire you to sharpen your skills and find your own voice behind the kit. ISAIAH'S BIG FAT FIVE: Album - Not Guilty Artist - John P Kee Release Year - 2000 Key Track - Rain On Us Drummer - Calvin Rodgers - Album - Purpose By Design Artist - Fred Hammond and Radical For Christ Release Year - 2000 Key Track - Jesus Be a Fence Around Me Drummer - Marvin McQuitty - Album - In A Dream Artist - Gretchen Parlato Release Year - 2009 Key Track - Butterfly Drummer - " No drums on this record. But I believe Kendrick Scott plays on album" - Album - Ten Summoner's Tale Artist - Sting Release Year - 1993 Key Track(s) - Seven Days Drummer - Vinnie Colaiuta - Album - Choose Your Weapon Artist - Hiatus Kaiyote Release Year - 2015 Key Track - By Fire Drummer - Perrin Moss For more information on Big Fat Snare Drum, check out www.bigfatsnaredrum.com and follow us on Instagram . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices