Episode 53 | "WE'RE BACK! 🥁 Summer Band Is Here + BIG Drumline Updates"

We're back! After a two-month hiatus, The Drum Lounge Podcast returns with plenty to catch up on. Jeremie Foster and Bryon Russell kick things off by announcing their exciting partnership with Rudimental Control, sharing why they believed in the brand long before joining the team and what viewers can expect from the collaboration moving forward.The conversation then shifts to the surprising news surrounding Xymox Percussion, as the guys reflect on the company's apparent closure, discuss its impact on the percussion community, and share personal stories about how Xymox influenced their drumming journeys.With marching season right around the corner, the Drum Lounge Tier List is making its return! Jeremie and Bryon break down the four major categories they'll be using to evaluate HBCU drumlines this season, explain what they look for in a great drumline, and invite current members and alumni to submit their best videos before next week's rankings.The episode wraps up with reactions to several summer band battles, including GAMB vs. the New Orleans All-Star Band, a look at the latest A1 Media footage, and discussions on what has them most excited heading into another HBCU marching band season.Be sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and let us know which drumline you're looking forward to seeing this season!🥁 5th Quarter PicksJeremie's Pick: Georgia Mass Band playing 'Janice STFU' (2026)Bryon's Pick: Space City All-Star Band (2026)🛒 Support The Drum Lounge PodcastCheck out my Amazon Storefront for the drum gear, recording equipment, and tech I use:https://www.amazon.com/shop/thedrumloungepodGrab official Drum Lounge Podcast merch:https://the-drum-lounge-podcast.myspreadshop.com/🎙️ Stay Connected📺 YouTube: @TheDrumLoungePodcast📸 Instagram: @TheDrumLoungePodDon't forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and share this episode with another drummer, band member, or HBCU marching band fan.#DrumLoungePodcast #HBCUDrumline #MarchingBand #Drumline #RudimentalControl #Xymox #Percussion #HBCUBands #SummerBand #MarchingPercussionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drum-lounge-podcast--3683925/support.The Drum Lounge Podcast — where HBCU band culture lives, breathes, and evolves. 🥁🔥