The MetalSucks Podcast The MetalSucks Podcast #21: Special Guest Gene Hoglan
Oct 7, 2013
Gene Hoglan, the legendary drummer known as the Atomic Clock for his precision, shares his journey in metal. He reflects on Jeff Hanneman's funeral and reveals why he's not drumming for Slayer. Gene opens up about his weight struggles and discusses his engaging clinics, The Gene Hoglan Experience, that cater to all musicians. The conversation also highlights Metallica’s new concert film, appreciating its emotional depth while pondering which band could follow their lead in the future.
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Expand Clinics Beyond Musicians
- Make clinics inclusive to reach beyond your core audience by moving them out of music stores and into venues.
- Open the floor to any question and play career-spanning tracks to engage fans, not just practitioners.
Choosing A Freelance Drumming Path
- Gene left Dark Angel in 1992 after lineup struggles and decided to be a freelance drummer across projects.
- He modelled his career after drummers who bounced between top acts, enjoying varied opportunities instead of committing to one band forever.
Let Your Work Set Your Price
- Value yourself and use a manager to set boundaries and say no to low-value offers.
- Aim high on fees and meet in the middle, letting your body of work justify your worth.