Podcast #67 - Greg Joseph

Broadway Drumming 101 is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Greg Joseph is an in-demand drummer who has been a fixture on  the NYC music scene for over 25 years. He has played with such diverse musicians as Kevin Hays, Chris Potter, Steve Wilson, Ira Sullivan, Ted Kooshian, Michael Blake, Chiara Itzi, Tony Scherr, The Dave Berger Big Band, Nicole Henry, Yungchen Lhamo,The Absolute Ensemble, Madeleine Peyroux, Reverend Vince Anderson, Moses Patrou, Brian Charette, Swamp Dogg, Syl Johnson, The Artie Shaw Orchestra,Stew and the Negro Problem, Chris Bergson, Will Bernard, Ed Cherry, Akiko Tsuruga, and many others. Greg was also the drummer for Legally Blonde, the Musical on Broadway.Greg’s organ trio, ”Greg Joseph and The Right Back,” will release their debut album, “Drop The Rock” in July 2023 on Sunnyside Records. The album features Larry Goldings on organ and Steve Cardenas on guitar.Originally from Long Island, NY, Greg is a graduate of The University of Miami. Greg lives in Brooklyn with his wife and daughter. When you become a subscriber of Broadway Drumming 101, you'll embark on a comprehensive journey into the world of drumming for Broadway musicals, gaining the knowledge and skills needed to thrive as a successful musician.For an incredibly affordable price of just $5 a month or $50 a year, you'll gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the daily life of a Broadway musician. Through our engaging YouTube videos, insightful bi-weekly podcasts, and informative articles, we'll provide you with invaluable insights on what it truly means to be a professional musician.What sets us apart is our commitment to independence. We have no ads, sponsors, investors, or corporate backers. 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We deeply appreciate your contributions as they enable us to thrive and provide you with the best possible resources. Thank you for being a part of Broadway Drumming 101!https://merchandise.broadwaydrumming101.comThanks!Clayton Craddock is an accomplished drummer and host of the popular Broadway Drumming 101 Podcast. With an impressive musical career, he has held the drum chair in numerous hit Broadway and off-Broadway musicals, showcasing his talent in productions like Tick, tick…BOOM!, Altar Boyz, Memphis The Musical, Lady Day At Emerson's Bar and Grill and Ain’t Too Proud. He has been a sub drummer on Motown, The Color Purple, Rent, Little Shop of Horrors, Spongebob Squarepants-The Musical, Evita, Cats, Avenue Q, and The Big Apple Circus. The next project he’s working on is The Hippest Trip – The Soul Train Musical.His skills have also taken him to the television screen, where he has performed on esteemed shows like Good Morning America, The Colbert Report, The View, The Jimmy Fallon Show, The CBS Early Show, the Today Show, and the 2010 and 2019 TONY Awards at Radio City. He’s shared the stage with legends such as The Stylistics, Denise Williams, Chuck Berry, and Ben E. King. Notably, he appeared in the Netflix episode of DWYCK episode of Luke Cage with the Delfonics and the HBO version of Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill.Be sure to subscribe to the Broadway Drumming 101 YouTube channel, where you can find more exciting content! Get full access to Broadway Drumming 101 at broadwaydrumming101.substack.com/subscribe