20. JT McRae: Drumming for Gretta Ray, Modern Musicianship, Touring, Production, and Behind-the-Scenes Roles

JT arrived with a big smile and dressed in blacks; a true Melbournian. Having just finished an arena tour with Gretta Ray (at the time of recording), we chat about a whole range of things from the big gigs to his various behind-the-scenes roles. We discuss recording, touring, ‘tracks’, being a good ‘hang’ on tour, musicality and his journey as a musician. And he even sneaks in a couple questions about me. Join us for a great conversation and get to know more about this talented musician.

JT is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, musical director, and playback technician who has just wrapped up an arena tour playing drums for Gretta Ray. A graduate of Monash University with a Bachelor of Music in Jazz and Contemporary Performance on the drums, JT is not only a skilled performer but also a sought-after session musician and producer. His career features diverse collaborations with artists like Gretta Ray, Lotte Gallagher, Shannen James, Holy Holy, Fergus James, Allday, Clews, Japanese Wallpaper, and George Alice, and Tones and I. JT has played venues across Australia, from intimate band rooms to massive stadiums, and boasts an ever-expanding discography of recording credits from his various roles.

Proudly endorsed by leading drum brands, JT has quickly established himself as a go-to talent in the industry, not only on drums but also as a producer and recording engineer. He maintains a studio space where he also does remote drum tracking and production work. JT embodies the spirit of modern musicianship; he is talented, hardworking, and a great hang. And if you're a fan of Triple J, you may not know his name, but you've definitely heard many tracks that he's worked on.

Join us as we delve into his journey through the music industry, discuss his experiences on the road, and explore his behind-the-scenes roles as well.

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