Eric Singer & Brent Fitz | Rock Legends Unplugged | Joe Fahmy's Happy Hour Ep 7

Join us for an electrifying conversation with legendary drummers Eric Singer (KISS) and Brent Fitz (Slash) as they share untold stories from their iconic music careers. Discover the highs and lows of life on the road, the real challenges of the music business, and insider tales from working with rock royalty like Gene Simmons and Slash. From dealing with fake social media accounts to stepping up for last-minute tour emergencies, this episode is packed with unforgettable anecdotes and valuable career advice for aspiring musicians. Plus, hear their thoughts on the future of rock, the Taylor Swift phenomenon, and why Buenos Aires fans are the most passionate in the world! Memorable Thumbnail Quote: "The Music Business Today? It's Survival of the Smartest." Call to Action: 🔥 Hit that LIKE button if you love behind-the-scenes rock stories! 🎶 SUBSCRIBE for more insider music interviews! 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss a beat! 0:00 - Intro & Disclaimer 0:28 - Meet Eric Singer & Brent Fitz – Legendary Drummers in Rock 1:31 - Eric Singer’s Social Media Stance – Avoiding the Fake Accounts 4:50 - Why Aren’t There New Iconic Rock Bands? 6:23 - How the Music Industry Changed – Touring vs. Record Sales 12:32 - Making New Music: Is It Worth It Anymore? 16:57 - The Harsh Reality of Record Deals 21:35 - Streaming Revenue Explained – Why Artists Earn Pennies 24:09 - Advice for Aspiring Musicians – Talent, Luck, and Persistence 31:28 - The Rockstar Myth – Real-Life Challenges Behind the Fame 35:01 - Staying Physically Fit as Touring Drummers 40:10 - The Power of Versatility – Playing Multiple Instruments 45:30 - Brent Fitz’s Crazy Russia Tour Story – Last-Minute Bass Guitar Hero 49:23 - Lessons from Gene Simmons – Music, Business, and Loyalty 56:00 - Family First: Gene’s Weekly Calls to His Mom 57:22 - Private Gigs vs. Arena Shows – Which Is Better? 1:02:24 - Late-Night TV Shows Today – Why They're Less Appealing 1:03:00 - Taylor Swift’s Record-Breaking Tour – The Era of Social Media Mega-Stars 1:09:11 - Timeless Legends: Why Led Zeppelin Still Rules 1:10:20 - Favorite Cities to Tour – London, Japan, Buenos Aires & More 1:14:30 - Final Thoughts & Outro 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell! 🎸🔥 #RockLegends #EricSinger #BrentFitz #MusicBusiness #KISS #Slash #GeneSimmons #BehindTheScenes #PodcastInterview #RockMusicStories