John Bryant, a versatile drummer, percussionist, music producer, and educator stops by to visit with host John Bryant about how he got started with drums and the years he spent with Ray Charles and the remarkably unique communication style he and Ray had to keep the band playing on the same tempo. 

Based in Dallas Texas, John Bryant boasts a remarkable career spanning collaborations with iconic artists like Ray Charles, Joe Walsh, and Delbert McClinton. With a rich portfolio encompassing major motion pictures, PBS and National Geographic documentaries, and symphony orchestras, Bryant serves as Adjunct Assistant Professor of Drumset Studies and Music Production at Southern Methodist University. A founding member of D'Drum, he has also produced groundbreaking works like "Gamelan D'Drum" in collaboration with Stewart Copeland and the Dallas Symphony. From his early days with the Paul Winter Consort to leading Pyramyd/Phyrework, Bryant's influence resonates through his extensive studio work and performances across renowned recording studios nationwide. 

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