244 - Russ Kunkel

This is an interview with legendary drummer, producer and songwriter Russ Kunkel recorded in 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia. Russ Kunkel is perhaps the most legendary drummer in modern music. He has played drums on countless hits from James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Carly Simon, Jackson Browne, Linda Rondstadt, Bill Withers, Bob Dylan, Dan Fogelberg, Lyle Lovett, B.B. King. Kunkel has too many recording and touring credits to count. He is also well respected for producing many great albums from artists ranging from the Derek Trucks Band to Dan Fogelberg. He is the most prolific producer of Jimmy Buffett's discography with the exception of Michael Utley. At the time of this interview with Russ Kunkel he had released a solo album on Mailboat Records entitled Chateau Beach. The record is 8 classic songs that Russ Kunkel performed on, including songs by James Taylor, Bill Withers, Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, and Graham Nash. These are stunning, fresh renditions of some of the most beloved songs in popular music.

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