Benjamin Shannon Interview (Dropbear Lodge, Shamin, Milton Man Gogh): The Rhumba of the Beast

Australian drummer, composer, conductor, and rhythmic explorer, Benjamin Shannon was kind enough to join us for an interview. Known for his work with Dropbear Lodge, Benjamin talks about his unique approach to experimental music and the art of conduction. We touch on everything from RuneScape to orchestral improvisation, personal fulfillment, and redefining what it means to be a musician in the modern world. Whether you're a percussionist, composer, or just someone figuring out your creative path, tune in!#benjaminshannon #drums #drumming #dropbearlodge0:00 - Intro03:45 - Not Just A Drummer05:16 - Conduction16:30 - Find Your Voice19:27 - Dropbear Lodge22:14 - Koala Artwork25:00 - 2:3 2:3 (The Rhumba of the Beast)29:43 - Drumming Inspiration38:26 - Other Instruments39:49 - Career Trajectory46:05 - Definition of Musician51:09 - Fulfilment Ben’s YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@eightshotringcapsBen’s bands: - Dropbear Lodge - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5jP16Yld1XSUCqHB9cr7b6?si=DelXzAkpR0qOJ6gG46mWQw- Milton Man Gogh - https://open.spotify.com/artist/7lJr0UXDR1svi3WbDV1EsV- Shamin - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0VislzoNw40ZenecDnO7AR- Kodiak Empire - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0KcuADSthqPxAn5iKRdQmT?si=rkGetZyMRmWMSQxpnmvohA&nd=1&dlsi=8b1d04facaeb4b2eArtists mentioned in the interview: Artisans Workshop - http://www.jonathandimond.com/discography-artisans.htmlBasil’s Kite - https://www.youtube.com/@basilskite6145The Chats - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1aQ7P3HtKOQFW16ebjiks1?si=kFHKiPJ-RiqU6ggPcH5Q_AKing Stingray - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3hA0yUEuLvjqvxtMlqznDb?si=1IeFFv2sRhekbDi2wxKNdgMark Guiliana - https://open.spotify.com/artist/798TUNb6IfpsZzMkkzVGu1?si=B3Tzf0YeS8mjqeLgSbODXwLouis Cole - https://open.spotify.com/artist/6uIst176jhzooPMetg2rtH?si=_D-xV_79QSmxWKcw_QrZggThe Mars Volta - https://open.spotify.com/artist/75U40yZLLPglFgXbDVnmVs?si=CGbOqyIfSiKMKHwhrzInTAThe Dillinger Escape Plan - https://open.spotify.com/artist/7IGcjaMGAtsvKBLQX26W4i?si=BGgAHE4TTjSlFB0pmluSdgThe Contortionists - https://open.spotify.com/artist/7nCgNmfYJcsVy3vOOzExYS?si=3CbiqtaZQWWDoKcF2C5x7AA Day to Remember - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4NiJW4q9ichVqL1aUsgGAN?si=VI0oxks_QAK2qB-8f6DEUQParkway Drive - https://open.spotify.com/artist/159qqlGwzE04xyqpfAwRLo?si=Xa9wMLV5QiqbXey-K9sKAgBorn of Osiris - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4HgqjpBaWctBWVHafQIpRt?si=SwdhkKUfQBCyAAj5lKX8dwAfter the Burials - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0uNj4RxFjG0iVPlZS753en?si=drd3QyPgSsSkddB-OQhlKgAs Blood Runs Black - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4LjQpQc5NB5G02zqfEIex7?si=z27jLZijQUaFPIN7bJMOdAThe Black Dahlia Murder - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4xTDPgk4jHCF0qui3dH6BS?si=eg6zZnorQZOXEJL6vVdUcAOceansize - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Opj9xi9HHrH0L9uHAKnKm?si=168fAyIISD6X8A4rp9R25wCog - https://open.spotify.com/artist/6gD6Pm7jo3mmKgDtyMruA6?si=cfJBjnW7TbSvjaknyjUlBADead Letter Circus - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3NW2VkBpoHFv327eSuH490?si=TvYx1OG9Sm2J3ktAmX5y-ADeftones - https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Ghvu1VvMGScGpOUJBAHNH?si=0Psed_rHSImsD1lrGHUU3wTool - https://open.spotify.com/artist/2yEwvVSSSUkcLeSTNyHKh8?si=nN2QFadzRbmm-dkt-lMkiwSun Ra Arkestra - https://open.spotify.com/artist/5V5vvh5MgM7vDuPp4lJYkh?si=zd9_xeZgR7-r2Q-lX4SQ0A🔗 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