On this episode of Rowdy Alternative, Sam interviews Alex Gator Petropulos, the drummer from Pigeons Playing Ping Pong! They discuss the band’s live shows, their unique sound, the music scene in Maryland, and Alex’s drumming influences. Alex describes their live shows as high-energy psychedelic funk with crazy lights and a lot of improvisation. They have a dedicated fan base called the Flock. Alex also talks about his background in rock and fusion drumming and his interest in jazz drumming. He mentions drummers like Vinny Colaiuta, Steve Gadd, and Tony Williams as his inspirations. He also shares the band’s touring schedule, their approach to music, and their most recent album, ‘Day and Time.’ They talk about the challenges of touring and how they keep themselves motivated!
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