Listen "257: John "J.R." Robinson"
Episode Synopsis
John "J.R." Robinson is one of the most recorded drummers in history (some say he is the most recorded drummer) . He is the drummer on 20 number-one pop songs by artists such as Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Lionel Richie and Steve Winwood, and has been the drummer on more than 100 Grammy-winning tracks. He was said to be Quincy Jones' favorite recording drummer. Here he talks about growing up in Iowa, falling in love with "groove music", his incredible career, the stories behind some of his most celebrated recordings, what it means to have "contemporary time", and his new band SRT. www.third-story.com www.patreon.com/thirdstorypodcast
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