Rod Morgenstein is one of the great drummers of our time. From his incredible jazz fusion work with Steve Morse and the Dixie Dregs to his tenure as the one and only drummer for Winger, he has always oozed with world class talent. Modern Drummer Magazine awarded him the title of Best Progressive Rock Drummer five years in a row, and he has been inducted into the magazine’s Honor Roll. Rod has also been a professor at the prestigious Berklee College of Music for more than two decades. And now, Rod is part of the 3-piece hard rock band Voices Of Extreme. The band’s latest single is called “Stoned Babies,” and they are preparing to release a new full-length album called Faith In Action later this year on Bravewords Records.
In the interview, Rod discusses his history and tells great stories about his time with Winger, the Dixie Dregs, producer Ken Scott, and so much more. He also talks about his latest work with Voices Of Extreme, the great drummer’s tool that he invented called the Wing Thing, the possibility of writing an autobiography, and much more!
This is a conversation that both the casual fan as well as the technical musician will enjoy. So find your favorite drink and your most comfortable chair and enjoy the great Rod Morgenstein!
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Hello everyone! My name is Scott Itter, but some know me as Dr. Music. I am a music journalist and photographer out of the Chicagoland area, and I have been in practice for over 20 years. I grew up in the 70’s with two big brothers that showed me all kinds of rock and roll. As I grew older I ventured out into different genres like jazz, funk, folk, and whatever else I could wrap my ears around. As I read every liner note and every Circus and Hit Parader like they were the Old and New Testament, I came to realize that I just love sound and appreciate all the people that create it.
I later became a stay-at-home dad and started honing my writing and photography skills to keep my mind from turning into mashed peas. My kids are now adults, my mind is only slightly mushy, and I am thrilled to have the honor of presenting my work to you!