Episode 22 - Chris Sutherland (Session Drummer)

On this episode, my guest is Chris Sutherland. Chris is the current drummer for Canadian classic rock legends Streetheart, and is known for his years playing with Kim Mitchell, Sass Jordan, Saga, The Road Hammers, Randy Bachman, George Canyon and many more. He was the drummer for the Mirvish theatre productions of &Juliet, Dear Evan Hansen, Kinky Boots, Bat Out Of Hell, The Bodyguard and the long running Toronto production of Mamma Mia. He is an in demand musician known for his diversity and ability to cover almost any style.

Currently, Chris has many new projects on the go, including a duo project with his wife Christina featuring music by composer Philip Glass reinterpreted for drum set and classical piano. In our interview, we talk about what it was like working as a session musician for many of the artists that he admired during his formative years. We also discuss the challenges encountered working as a drummer for broadway musicals and why it’s essential to embrace changes in technology in order to adapt and stay creative as an artist.

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