Audrey Tait Interview (Franz Ferdinand, Hector Bizerk, Broken Chanter): Glastonbury, Authenticity, & Wellness

In this episode, we're joined by Audrey Tate, the incredibly talented drummer of the iconic band Franz Ferdinand. Recorded during their tour, Audrey shares fascinating stories from the road, including their recent high-energy performance at Glastonbury Festival.Audrey dives into the physical demands of drumming, discussing her pre-gig warm-up routines and her recent battle with "golfer's elbow," offering valuable advice for other musicians on how to stay healthy on tour. She also talks about the incredible surprise of having Peter Capaldi join them on stage for their hit song, "Take Me Out," and the story behind how that came to be.We also get into the nitty-gritty of her drumming style and influences. Audrey explains how she balances honouring the band's 20-year history while bringing her unique flair to the drums on their new album, The Human Fear. She opens up about her hip-hop drumming background and praises some of her biggest influences, including Questlove and Stanton Moore, giving a special shout-out to the legendary Funk Brothers.This is a must-watch for drummers and music fans alike, offering a rare glimpse into the life of a touring professional and the passion behind the performance.00:00 - Introduction: touring in a heatwave03:04 - The Glastonbury Experience09:07 - The Peter Capaldi Surprise12:27 - Pre-Gig Warm-up & Drummer Health20:56 - The Hardest Franz Ferdinand Song to Learn23:55 - Balancing Individual Style with the Band's Legacy26:55 - Favourite Grooves from the New Album30:09 - The Freedom of a Changing Setlist33:50 - Drumming Influences (Questlove, Stanton Moore & more)44:16 - The Dream CollaborationListen to Franz Ferdinand's new album, The Human Fear, on all major streaming platforms!#audreytait #franzferdinand #glastonbury🔗 Want to dive deeper and take your skills to the next level? Visit the Drum Dog website here: https://drum.dog for access to a vast library of lessons from top drummers!🔔 If you enjoyed this video, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more drumming content, gear reviews, and lessons from some of the world’s best drummers!💬Join our Discord to chat all things drums! https://discord.gg/TJwFsaZySupport the show