Sammy Merendino's guest appearances

Sammy Merendino

Enlighten: Uplift & Inspire

David Uosikkinen's In the Pocket

Broadway Drumming 101

Michael McDermott

Jon Wurster

Jeff Simon

Brian McTear

Richard Bush

Mike Edison

Jennifer Mancuso

William Wittman

Eric Bazilian

Adam Weiner

Erik Johnson

Jay Davidson

Fred Berman

Alvin Ailey

Suzanne Toro

OwlTail

Veteran drummer Sammy Merendino talks about recording a blockbuster album with Cameo in the '80s, touring with Cyndi Lauper, performing on Broadway, where to find the best burger in NYC, and how spending his last $5 on a beer changed his entire career.

Episod 81 - Sammy Merendino

 My guest today is Sammy Merendino. Sammy is a drummer, percussionist, and producer. In fact, Sammy is one of NYC’s top drummers, having recorded and/or performed with Cameo, Michael Jackson, Billy Joel, Cyndi Lauper, Foreigner, Lou Reed, Aretha Franklin, Ziggy Marley, Hall &amp; Oats, The Beach Boys, and Pat Metheny, to name a few. Raised in Ohio, one of 11 children, Sammy appreciated the loving support of his parents, particularly his father’s ability to find the good in every situation. Driven to be a drummer since he was a child, Sammy tells stories of confidently asserting himself to walk through new doors, make connections, learn from the jobs he didn’t get, while staying motivated and disciplined to keep practicing and growing. My husband loved working with Sammy on the Broadway Show “Kinky Boots”.  Sammy and I share a special bond, both being asked to speak at our dear friend Wayne Pedzwater’s memorial service, nearly 15 years ago. I believe Wayne continues to orchestrate ways for his friends to connect; he lives on in our hearts.  Check out the show notes for a link to Sammy’s comprehensive website. In addition to his credits, you’ll find information about his studio Harlem Parlour Recording. Enjoy the podcast!  Links:  www.sammymerendino.com

<p> My guest today is Sammy Merendino. Sammy is a drummer, percussionist, and producer. In fact, Sammy is one of NYC’s top drummers, having recorded and/or performed with Cameo, Michael Jackson, Billy Joel, Cyndi Lauper, Foreigner, Lou Reed, Aretha Franklin, Ziggy Marley, Hall &amp; Oats, The Beach Boys, and Pat Metheny, to name a few. Raised in Ohio, one of 11 children, Sammy appreciated the loving support of his parents, particularly his father’s ability to find the good in every situation. Driven to be a drummer since he was a child, Sammy tells stories of confidently asserting himself to walk through new doors, make connections, learn from the jobs he didn’t get, while staying motivated and disciplined to keep practicing and growing. My husband loved working with Sammy on the Broadway Show <em>“Kinky Boots”</em>.  Sammy and I share a special bond, both being asked to speak at our dear friend Wayne Pedzwater’s memorial service, nearly 15 years ago. I believe Wayne continues to orchestrate ways for his friends to connect; he lives on in our hearts.  Check out the show notes for a link to Sammy’s comprehensive website. In addition to his credits, you’ll find information about his studio Harlem Parlour Recording. Enjoy the podcast!  Links:  <a href="http://www.sammymerendino.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.sammymerendino.com</a></p>

Episode 99 Sammy Merendino, drummer, producer