How is playing drums to 60,000 people at a music festival easier than playing to ten people in a dive bar? How does a musician make it in the cut throat music industry, especially in Hollywood? Why is physical fitness key to longevity in music?

Our guest on today’s episode of The Holly Hughes Podcast gives answers to all three questions and many more. Rob Noxious is the drummer of Killcode, but has been a session and touring musician for most of his life. 

Rob Noxious joins host Holly Hughes to talk about his musical influences growing up, making the move to Hollywood and launching a career in music. Rob also speaks on inventing Unigrips, a special grip for drumsticks, and the decade-plus journey it took him on. Finally, Rob speaks about balancing family life and music, as well as the need to stay fit to continue performing and recording.

Find Killcode online at killcode.net, or on Instagram at @_killcode_.

See Beavis and Butthead roast Holly’s starter husband here.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to a Rock God

02:54 The Early Days of Drumming

07:31 Influential Teachers and Musical Foundations

11:13 Navigating High School and Musical Identity

14:40 Moving to Hollywood: The Big Leap

18:11 Building a Music Career in Hollywood

22:56 Networking and Opportunities in the Music Scene

25:34 Family Life and Career Shifts

27:47 Inventing Unigrips: A Unique Journey

30:04 The Journey of Entrepreneurship and Music

35:56 Navigating the Music Industry and Copyrights

42:10 Balancing Family Life and Music Career

48:58 Experiences of Performing at Festivals

53:55 Physical Challenges of Being a Drummer

59:57 Final Thoughts and Personal Insights