Drummer Kenny Aronoff!! From John Mellencamp Band To The World!! Sunset Sound Roundtable

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2 жыл бұрын

One of the most iconic drummers in the world, the legendary Kenny Aronoff, graces Studio 2 at Sunset Sound with his presence to recount his life in the music industry. From his roots on the east coast to studying at Indiana University in Bloomington, IN, to joining The John Mellencamp Band, we delve into Kenny's journey to becoming the most sought-after session musician in the business. Following his split from Mellencamp in the 90s, Kenny's career exploded with extensive touring and recording sessions with virtually every major artist and band on the planet, including The Smashing Pumpkins, John Fogerty, Bob Segar, Rod Stewart, The Kennedy Center Honors, Bon Jovi, The Bodeans, Billy Ray Cyrus, Joe Cocker, Stevie Nicks, and countless more. Kenny also opens up about his new book "Sex Drums & Rock n Roll" and shares his insight into what truly makes a successful musician and human: DRIVE!
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@Marshall_EL34 2 жыл бұрын

Mind blown. The best interview of any musician i have ever seen.

@siriusfun Жыл бұрын

Kenny's played on my material and we've talked at length - this is exactly who he is. Awesome guy!

@davidyergensen4509 2 жыл бұрын

This interview has so much honesty and passion! I'm a guitarist and I didn't want this interview to end!

@nathanwalsh3028 2 жыл бұрын

As a drummer I still have vivid memories of practicing along to John Cougar's lonesome jubilee via headphones...Cranked as loud as it could possibly go!!! This was before noise canceling headphones or any of the technological advances that we have now. This is when yes you basically destroy your ears.

@AllSpace 2 жыл бұрын

power house drummer thats kept it together, kennys a straight out bloke

@seanclancy918 2 жыл бұрын

This show is the best!!

@MsEvafarrell 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny will always be the best drummer in the world, no one can top his class act.

@brippe Жыл бұрын

I wish I would have had a conversation with Kenny Aronoff when I was younger. He's such a great source of wisdom! A true inspiration!

@hummarstraful 2 жыл бұрын

Great interview and a lot of fun! Had to watch the "Hurts So Good" video to see all the stuff Kenny was talking about. Listened to the whole interview.

@luvbasses5487 2 жыл бұрын

Phenomenal interview here. Invaluable insight…and for free! Hey everybody, PAY ATTENTION.

@psugrowler1 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny Aronoff! I've seen many KA interviews and I can truly attest he's letting it all hang out here. Legend!

@letmeadow4729 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree!! These John stories are such inside knowledge!! CaNT WAIT FOR THE SMASHING PUMPKIMS STORIES

@PlayerToBeNamedLater1973 Жыл бұрын

Scarecrow was one of the best albums I've ever heard. What a group of songs

@kmcewenguitar 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny is the picture of success and inspiration 🙏

@e.a.l5960 2 жыл бұрын

I love how these interviews are just conversations with no bullshit editing or script. Its the real stories. thank you @Sunset Sound Recorders

@SONORSQ2guy 2 жыл бұрын

Great interview with a excellent drummer! I do get tired of his name dropping. 👍

@ponzo1967 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool hearing Kenny's story's, Dude deserves his own star ⭐

@rick3747 11 ай бұрын

A great drummer who plays for the song just like the beloved Jeff Porcaro. Continued success Kenny!

@onehotrocker99 Жыл бұрын

These are the kind of music legends I want to hear from. Kenny Aranoff is brilliant! Not only as a drummer/musician, but as a human being. Love his sense of humor and all the AMAZING anecdotes he had to share in this video. His and Lukather's interviews are full of great stories and humor!

@keelysherwold8659 2 жыл бұрын

Wow , Crazy to hear John once worked for the phone co too ! I was 19 and a long distance telephone operator , and he made a call from a pay phone that came into my switch room out of Huntington Beach Ca. , Person to Person collect from John Cougar . He was just gettin started, but I knew who he was bc my boyfriend ( and current husband ) worked at a record store . What a fun coincidence!! :)

@commonman317 2 жыл бұрын

"Straight, No Chaser" is a jaw-dropping song. Kenny was on fire performing that one.

@JohnnyBeane 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny is so cool!!!

@sweetwilliam5150 Жыл бұрын

HUGE Kenny A fan here. One of the greats in my book. Made heavy hitting in pop music legit.

@bock-schroeder 2 жыл бұрын

One of the greatest drummers of all time.

@robg8784 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing Drummer/Musician Really getrs in the Pocket and grooves

@MusicTherapyLaz 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome interview with one of the GOATs!

@josephalfonsi8022 2 жыл бұрын

I like how he is getting his respect as one of the greats. Those guys that sit on the drums are true musicians

@robertperry2366 2 жыл бұрын

I used to be a rock writer and had the privilege of interviewing Kenny several times over the years. Just saw him 2 months ago in Salamanca, N.Y. Front row center !!!!

@jordanmartinez2432 2 жыл бұрын

What a sweet dude!!! What a legend!!! Much respect.

@ericlarkins 2 жыл бұрын

One of the coolest and hardest working guys in the business. Thanks for the top notch interview guys, really enjoyed it!!

@hollylewis5302 2 жыл бұрын

I want to bring an empty jar to Sunset Sound just to capture some of the magical air molecules that must float around in there. ;)

@ministerofdarkness 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny's one of the most versatile drummers in the world. PLAY LOUD

@maluorno 2 жыл бұрын

someone once told me- the drums sound better when you hit em like you mean it. we can turn em down later in the mix.

@jtbranman 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent interview! He is definitely inspiring. Really enjoyed this. Thanks!!!

@gr8tcott 2 жыл бұрын

OMG.GREAT interview! KA has SOOOO many quotable bits in this interview that I'll definitely take to heart. Man's a legend and a genius. A HUGE inspiration for me as an session guy tryin to keep this gig going.

@RollieFingers59 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible, a true legend.

@vitosantangelo8459 2 жыл бұрын

10:30 talking about "Satisfaction" aaaand remember Keith is 21 to 22 at the time and Charlie was around 24. Loved hearing that story and the following one about Mick / Charlie's high hat. Brilliant!

@MrDuds1984 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny can tell his Jack and Diane story everyday and I would listen to it

@Tonymanero1960 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding interview,...what a joy to hear so many stories from such a well-respected drummer.I was a huge Mellencamp fan,.and,...have seen Kenny Aronoff credited on so much music,...but,...this interview has shed a whole new light on this man.Thank You.

@Jellybeantiger Жыл бұрын

What a great bloke Kenny is,what an awesome interview,made my morning down here,TY Sunset Sound. That Jack And Dianne fill is iconic. I remember hearing a Buddy Rich tribute cd with different drummers,Kenny was the drummer that blew me away out of all of em.

@markwesleycurranmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic interview!

@Taylor-kd6lr 2 жыл бұрын

I think this is my favorite interview you have done so far. Kenny is such a great storyteller and the questions you asked him were perfect for the interview. This was a fantastic interview!!

@volvoplz9209 2 жыл бұрын

Cool to hear about Mellencamp. Never hear much about him.

@vinylrevivial5070 2 жыл бұрын

MAN that was so freakin cool ... thx

@MrUltraworld 2 жыл бұрын

What a great interview! Kenny's book is a must-read. Thanks for posting.

@bobcorrin5886 2 жыл бұрын

Hit hard steady..... and KISS !!! Kenny gets it !!!!

@commonman317 2 жыл бұрын

I'm grateful to finally hear why Kenny and John Mellencamp parted ways. I thought Kenny explained it pretty well, no dirt, just the facts really.

@brivington2011 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. What a great interview. I did not know all this about Kenny. What a career!

@christopherallen9580 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny is such a great drummer and chill dude!

@hollylewis5302 2 жыл бұрын

Just caught Kenny playing Unchained with Phil X! Super fun! Wow. What a stellar person he is! I never knew he played with so many legends. He definitely is motivational, but then again drummers always have so much energy to spread around. Another brilliant interview Mr. Drew! Thank you for your work. xo

@FFLL2112 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video and amazing interview. Kenny is the epitome of where hard work and preparation will take you.. to the top! (Great interviewer too)

@louisbailey4900 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny is one of the best drummers ever,and was a GREAT teacher at IU

@vistalite 2 жыл бұрын

It’s especially nice that a legend like Kenny expresses his respect and admiration to all of these musicians discussed - no matter the person’s age, experience or genre. He must be a dream to work with for any artist or producer.

@davidrice3337 2 жыл бұрын

As he should - these musicians should be humble - his buddy John Cougar Melloncamp isn't necessarily humble - at all - that's why I still refer to him as " Cougar" Hey John- you want respect you gotta give it - especially when everyone else is doing everything possible in order to please your high fullutin ass

@EvanFlanders666 2 жыл бұрын

I recently bought one of his Tama brass snare’s and it’s amazing. Such a good drum. Glad to hear this interesting conversation.

@davidgriffin3477 2 жыл бұрын

This really is a pretty chill video Thanks for allowing us a peek into your world. I like all the stories it brings it home and ties into the great Americano music we all love so much. It's really so much more than music, it's air to me. I'll try and catch you playing someday. I guess I relate to you because I grew up in the north east as well where folks enjoy the struggle of life, your struggle anyway. Lol Gotta love 'em.

@letmeadow4729 2 жыл бұрын

This was simply perfect. I don’t know Kenny that much, but this is one of the most interesting talks I have ever heard. Drew you should interview Bruce Botnick and talk about those early Doors records . Keep it up

@ScottMusgrave Жыл бұрын

Treat every show like it's the super bowl

@R3TR0R4V3 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent interview! Fascinating stuff. 😎

@navasaband Жыл бұрын

KA, you love you.

@rickyjoeshippyful 7 ай бұрын

ding-chock-un-deednt-uh-KOooVE, bum-bum-du-chock. Kenny!! I can transcribe too!!!

@MrDuds1984 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny is an inspiration and is a great motivational speaker not just an amazing drummer

@volvoplz9209 2 жыл бұрын

Lisa Germano was so cool. She even released her own stuff and was in OP8. It's a shame she left the music industry.

@joemillo 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny always impressed me as a true student of music and a killer drummer. Gotta love the passion and authenticity. The real deal.

@skipbauchmam5995 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this guy doing a sound check for I think was for Kimmel. He was unreal. He was physical and deep in the pocket and locked on the groove.

@jasfan8247 Жыл бұрын

Mick Ronson of Bowie's Spiders from Mars and Mott the Hoople also arranged a lot for Reed's Transformer.

@BrianSmith-er5ll 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny's one cool cat🤘🥁

@shirleymuhleisen683 2 жыл бұрын

He’s been amazing with John Fogerty too

@Rob-eo5ql Жыл бұрын

A million young poets screamin out their words

@pacochuquiure7807 2 жыл бұрын

No offense to John Mellencamp but Kenny played with the biggest rocker of the 80s, Jon Bon Jovi, the greatest guitarist ver, Jeff Beck, the inventor of rock n roll, Little Richard and a man by the name of Elton John, in the recording of Young Guns II. Which means He is the drummer in Blaze of Glory, Miracle and Santa Fe among other gems from that album

@Ticonderous1 2 жыл бұрын

They say Dave Grohl is the nicest guy in Rock ... I think Kenny comes a very close Second .. Always loved Kenny ..

@thatsmrharley2u2 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny's from western Massachusetts, so ya gotta forgive all the Brady references.

@mikeglazier5993 2 жыл бұрын

Us Western Mass people are our own world

@thatsmrharley2u2 2 жыл бұрын

@@mikeglazier5993 I agree.

@spaceburger80 2 жыл бұрын

FUCK. ING. LEG. EN. DAR. Y. INTERVIEW. 🤘

@sunsetsoundrecorders 2 жыл бұрын

🙏🤘❤️

@augustusbetucius2931 7 ай бұрын

He wears his sunglasses at night... OR his future's so bright he has to wear shades.

@shakedydogshake 2 жыл бұрын

In summary: Your not good enough, IF you reach a point when, you think you are better then everyone else!

@MsEvafarrell 2 жыл бұрын

Kenny is one of the most humble person there is in this rock and roll world

@PaulMarangoni 2 жыл бұрын

There are only two reasons for someone to wear sunglasses indoors.

@KittyKittyBoomBoom 2 жыл бұрын

Sunglasses . ha

@gregdaniel8404 Жыл бұрын

Jimmy Chamberlin

@thefuzzboxx1018 2 жыл бұрын

for fuck sake let Kenny finish his stories.. let the man talk...

@nathanwalsh3028 2 жыл бұрын

As a Raider fan all that Tom Brady stuff just made me about puke in my mouth🤢... He's the greatest ever but that doesn't mean I have to like him. Lol!!

@marklepusic7519 2 жыл бұрын

How did mellecamp trash Kenny after Kenny left the band?

@MisterGuitarItalia 2 жыл бұрын

Dude doesn't age... Wtf?

@davidgriffin3477 2 жыл бұрын

Drooms, huh? I'm always impressed when I hear of someone making money for music. Lol just kidding kind of. Music has done nothing but drain money out of me. And the women I've dated must rely have liked me so it hasn't been a total loss. Lol