28. An interview with Eric Fawcett, drummer for Spymob and N*E*R*D

The Otherz

Steve is joined by Spymob and N*E*R*D legend, drummer Eric Fawcett, to discuss all things ... well, drums and N*E*R*D!

Eric very kindly gave up his time to come and discuss a number of topics including:

Why he studied History Of Science and why he passed up on a PHD and a possible career in teaching to pursue his music dream

How he went back to basics in order to become a better drummer

What it takes to be a good drummer

Forming Sypmob

The tale of Brent (a "metal God in his home town", no less) joining the band

Linking up with The Neptunes

The In Search Of... sessions

What the fans mean to him and the music

Handling the pressure of performing a classic album live

His favourite tracks to record and play live

Getting the band back together! (Are you reading this Tyler?!)

Get the Grooves From Outta Space Splice sample pack here

Egg Music

Eric's Lapdance super-cut on YouTube

Eric on Instagram

Steve on Instagram

The Otherz on Instagram