LDG EP#033 JOE DICKENS - DRUMMER OF IRATION

Today’s guest is Joe Dickens, drummer of the band Iration.   For those of you who aren’t familiar with Iration, they are an alternative Reggae group consisting of musicians formed in Isla Vista, CA.  They are a deep rooted reggae influenced band infused with elements of rock and pop which create smooth original sounds.  They’re motto is:  “We’re all about luv”. Joe Dickens has been touring nationally since 2008, performing nationally at festivals like Lollapalooza, Outside Lands, Hangout and many others.  Some of the things we’ll discuss today are: Joe’s drum set up (note the set below is not vintage like Joe's):  The 6 Piece Ludwig Vistalite Drum Set: Zyldjian 19” A Custom    20” EFX     14” K Hi-Hat The Kit Joe's played in the past: Yamaha Custom Birch Kit Promark Drumsticks  What and who inspired him to switch from playing guitar to rockin’ out on the drums. One of his biggest stage mishaps and how it's helped him. How he was able to become successful as a self-published band Iration’s newest single “Borderline” (pick up a copy here)    What he's learned from one of his biggest stage mishap  How the band was able to become successful as an indie band. Learn more about Joe and Iration on Instagram And, for a real special treat, if you're looking for a rockin' 2 night party of live jamming with Iration and a slew of other amazing artists, check out the upcoming One Love Califest on the Queen Mary in Longbeach California on February 10th and 11th 2018 learn more and get your early bird tickets and be sure to kick off your new year with a rockin' reggae fest! If you like the episode, please share it on your social media channels and subscribe so that you never miss an episode.  We’re on Stitcher Radio, iTunes, iHeartRadio, Tune In,  Player FM, SoundCloud, GooglePlay and www.lildrummergirl.com. Be sure to pick up your FREE COPY of The Ultimate Travel Checklist and never leave another thing behind again. Let’s stay in touch: Instagram Rock On & Rock Out! Dawn-Marie XO