The 615 Podcast

Veteran drummer, author, and speaker Rich Redmond joins Nick to unpack what it really takes to build a decades-long career in the music industry.

From grinding it out in vans and county fairs with a young Jason Aldean, to playing stadiums and surviving the Las Vegas shooting, Rich shares how commitment, relationships, attitude, skill set, and hunger shaped his journey.

If you’re chasing a big goal in music, business, or real estate, this conversation will hit home.


Times Highlights:
2:08 – Touring then vs. now: flip phones, privacy, and the social media era
3:43 – The slow climb: vans, fairs, colleges, and opening slots
7:20 – Growing up in Connecticut and El Paso, falling in love with drums
10:44 – Big auditions in Nashville and the cost of chasing the dream
11:30 – “Drop you in Nashville today” – how Rich would rebuild with today’s wisdom
12:19 – Why deep skill sets still come second to real relationships
13:48 – Early grind: substitute teaching, construction, side jobs, and doubt
16:46 – What separates people who make it from those who don’t
18:48 – Doc McGhee’s advice: betting on the right horse in business and music
21:38 – Playing with 29 bands, zero schedule conflicts, and career attrition
28:01 – On stage during the Las Vegas shooting and getting to safety
29:02 – Returning to the stage on SNL and choosing not to live in fear
32:01 – Crash Course for Success: Commitment, Relationships, Attitude, Skill Set, Hunger
36:49 – Happiness vs. success for results‑driven people
39:14 – Protecting your mindset, avoiding negativity, and staying busy on tour
40:37 – Weekend‑warrior touring out of Nashville and a “typical” show week
41:46 – Being the quarterback: the drummer’s responsibility on stage
43:30 – Hosting vs. guesting: when the guest takes the reins
44:42 – What Rich loves most about Middle Tennessee
47:16 – Embracing every season: from sleeping on floors to Wagyu dinners
48:27 – Wrap‑up and plans to have Rich back on The 615 Podcast


Podcast Studio: It's Your Show.Co


#RichRedmond #JasonAldean #Nashville #MusicBusiness #Drummer #Tour #CountryMusic #Success #Motivation #Hustle

What is The 615 Podcast?

A Podcast about Nashville's entrepreneurs and leaders of business.

Fifteen year veteran Realtor, Nick Woodard was raised right here in Williamson County, Tennessee. Graduate of Brentwood High School and Middle Tennessee State University, his roots were firmly planted here many years ago. Growing up in the Nashville area has provided him a vast knowledge and love for “The 615.” Understanding that he was extremely fortunate to be raised in such an incredible area, he has made it his passion to help others call Middle Tennessee “home.” Nick is married to his beautiful wife Kathryn and is the proud father of 3.