On this episode we talk with Andrew Hyde, man about town and the world. Growing up in rural Oregon, Andrew never dreamed he’d be where he is now. He’s done a lot in the last ten years or so. Below are links to some of the things mentioned in the episode.
Also, check out Andrew’s post about his experience in Nepal. It’s not your typical travelogue.
The opening music is the track “Olodum” (which also is the group’s name) on Bahia Black’s Ritual Beating System. Below is a video of Olodum performing with multi-instrumentalist Sadao Watanabe on saxophone.
I first got interested in Brazilian bateria because I was a major band geek in high school and college, especially drum lines because that I was a snare drummer. Check out the video below of Blast!, a Broadway show that really showcases what’s possible. Not as much swing as you find in Brazil, but man do I get off on this stuff.
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