I thought this was over @45:00 My wife is asking "Hey...you coming out!". I'm like "Yah yah right there....Jesus"...but wait, there's more ;-) I enjoyed yer lil powwow. Troy is a HUGE influence on my own playing. Seriously, the guy grooves hard.
I wish I could've gotten to talk with Troy back in 2005 in Walker MN. Tesla played Moondance Jam and to make a long story short my brother and 2 of his pals and I met Jeff K. When it was time for the guys to go to the concert site for meet n greet/sound check Jeff introduced us to Troy. For 5 hours we hung with JK and now I wish I had the same amount of time to talk with Troy cause i used to play drums (tama rockstars) and I would've loved sharing info with him. Please tell Troy i loved the show and wish him and all of you the best. BTW check out that 2005 lineup from Moondance Jam.
Huh I met Troy decades ago and I could have swore he had a Southern accent. I didn’t know he was from California initially either. He was a super nice guy by the way and a great drummer!
Troy is such a cool guy. I was lucky enough to meet him twice and got to play a gig with him when he played with Completely Unchained VH tribute a few years back here in Va. My AC/DC Tribute opened for Completely Unchained. That was a very cool experience and it was a very fun day
I first met Troy at this club in Hayward , Ca in the late 70s called the Brickhouse . He was there watching my band Hereafter . He wasn't a big star or anything he was just another guy who played drums in local bands . I'll never forget what he told me about my drumming. After the set he came back in the dressing room and we talked and he gave me some tips on my drumming and to this day I'll never forget what he said . It helped my drumming a lot . My band would go on to win the Battle of the Bands at Chabot College in 1984 .
@@stephanea5364 He said that I should hit my bass drum harder , dig in , he said it would make me a better drummer and it did I went to become the drummer for a band called Everclear .
been to more Tesla concerts than any other artist , they are tied with Ozzy at the moment actually, they got a good ole Kentucky boy on Guitar , we both married our cousin and had two kids , weird ant it ? lol just kidden around , Pike county strong ! The eastern point not sure what county Frankie came out of . comes off as a western guy to me though , little yank to ! lol
Troy is a phenomenal drummer and obviously a great guy. Tesla has always been one of my favorites. I’d like to see a rock record with Michael Staertow and Troy! I’ll donate a couple songs 😂
Modern Day Cowboy will be forever one of most slamming hard Rock singles! I still pull the live version of that song and turn my stereo all the way up to this day!!
Troy was one of my biggest influences on drums. His pocket is amazing and the use of his hi hats was top notch over other drummers in his genre who just played open sloppy hats all the time. He is musical with his.
@@NashvilleOnTheRocks he most certainly does. He has given his life to Jesus and has given up alcohol and drugs. Left his lifelong band to fulfill his path. That is , something special. For a drummer like myself, who struggled with alcohol addiction. Being a fan of his drumming, and then to see his victory over those crutches. Gave me the Hope and inspiration, to better my own situation. As the song goes... Gettin' Better Everyday. Day by day. One day at a time.
Good interview but would have liked to hear more about his Tesla days and how he and the band parted ways. He eluded to the fact that he is still in touch with Jeff Keith but no mention of the his relationship with the rest of the guys.
I remember back in the Day when Troy was in Benny and the Jets.... My Band The Propellers used to open up for the Jets all over the Bay Area.... Troy was Definitely a Heavy Hitter and what a great person to be around.... I sure miss those days....
I thought this was over @45:00 My wife is asking "Hey...you coming out!". I'm like "Yah yah right there....Jesus"...but wait, there's more ;-) I enjoyed yer lil powwow. Troy is a HUGE influence on my own playing. Seriously, the guy grooves hard.
The party never stops on Nashville On The Rocks! Thanks so much for the comment! Troy is a legend!
Such a great down to earth guy. Class act all the way. Keep up the great work 👍
Yes he is! Thanks for the great comment!
Yeah.right on troy!
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getting that feeling of going God Mode way to much lately , piling up on me it is .sure could use mom in my life for a few min
Great interview! TL brought back a lot of memories from the Bay Area music scene. And thank you for the Hayward,CA and Chabot College shout out!
Thanks so much for checking out the interview and your awesome comment! Troy is a great dude and killer drummer of course!
What a great interview! Love Troy's stories and he knows so many people! Well respected drummer! Thank you for this one!
Thanks so much for watching and for the comment! Troy’s the best and he has a lot of great stories 🖤🖤
Fantastic drummer and his groove is insane
Thank you for commenting and listening and we def think so too!
Awesome interview!!!!
Thank you for checking it out! We had so much fun talking with Troy!
Proud that Troys my bandmate and one of my best friends! He’s one of the kindest and most talented people in music!
I wish I could've gotten to talk with Troy back in 2005 in Walker MN. Tesla played Moondance Jam and to make a long story short my brother and 2 of his pals and I met Jeff K. When it was time for the guys to go to the concert site for meet n greet/sound check Jeff introduced us to Troy. For 5 hours we hung with JK and now I wish I had the same amount of time to talk with Troy cause i used to play drums (tama rockstars) and I would've loved sharing info with him. Please tell Troy i loved the show and wish him and all of you the best. BTW check out that 2005 lineup from Moondance Jam.
I love this, thanks John!!
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One of my fav drummers in the 80's, underrated and very powerful!
Totally agree and nice to see he’s still kicking ass ❤ thanks for listening we appreciate it 🤘🤘
Huh I met Troy decades ago and I could have swore he had a Southern accent. I didn’t know he was from California initially either. He was a super nice guy by the way and a great drummer!
Troy was such an awesome guest on our show! What a talent!!!
Troy is such a cool guy. I was lucky enough to meet him twice and got to play a gig with him when he played with Completely Unchained VH tribute a few years back here in Va. My AC/DC Tribute opened for Completely Unchained. That was a very cool experience and it was a very fun day
Hey there thanks for watching and commenting! That’s awesome! Troy has such a great rep, it’s good to hear all the stories about him!
I first met Troy at this club in Hayward , Ca in the late 70s called the Brickhouse . He was there watching my band Hereafter . He wasn't a big star or anything he was just another guy who played drums in local bands . I'll never forget what he told me about my drumming. After the set he came back in the dressing room and we talked and he gave me some tips on my drumming and to this day I'll never forget what he said . It helped my drumming a lot . My band would go on to win the Battle of the Bands at Chabot College in 1984 .
Thank you for listening to the show and commenting 🤘🖤 That’s such a great story!
And what did he say?
@@stephanea5364 He said that I should hit my bass drum harder , dig in , he said it would make me a better drummer and it did I went to become the drummer for a band called Everclear .
@@dezyote Thanks for the reply!
been to more Tesla concerts than any other artist , they are tied with Ozzy at the moment actually, they got a good ole Kentucky boy on Guitar , we both married our cousin and had two kids , weird ant it ? lol just kidden around , Pike county strong ! The eastern point not sure what county Frankie came out of . comes off as a western guy to me though , little yank to ! lol
Such a great band with timeless songs!
Troy is a phenomenal drummer and obviously a great guy. Tesla has always been one of my favorites. I’d like to see a rock record with Michael Staertow and Troy! I’ll donate a couple songs 😂
That would be sweet!!!
Modern Day Cowboy will be forever one of most slamming hard Rock singles! I still pull the live version of that song and turn my stereo all the way up to this day!!
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Love this!! Thank you for watching and commenting ❤️❤️
Troy & Steve Smith - WoW
Troy was one of my biggest influences on drums. His pocket is amazing and the use of his hi hats was top notch over other drummers in his genre who just played open sloppy hats all the time. He is musical with his.
Awesome point! Troy def stands apart!
@@NashvilleOnTheRocks he most certainly does. He has given his life to Jesus and has given up alcohol and drugs. Left his lifelong band to fulfill his path. That is , something special. For a drummer like myself, who struggled with alcohol addiction. Being a fan of his drumming, and then to see his victory over those crutches. Gave me the Hope and inspiration, to better my own situation. As the song goes... Gettin' Better Everyday. Day by day. One day at a time.
I would love to work for and help this woman in the office!!!!
Y&T rules ALL!!!!!!
Troy influence me in the 80's with the four first albums
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Hi Troy…loved my short time with you and the boys…Monty
Straight From The Heart
Thank you!
TAMA
ZILDJIAN
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Good interview but would have liked to hear more about his Tesla days and how he and the band parted ways. He eluded to the fact that he is still in touch with Jeff Keith but no mention of the his relationship with the rest of the guys.
Thanks for watching and commenting! I hear you, I think Troy wanted to share his new band and give them a spotlight.
Song is Heaven 1984 ya big goofs!!!
Thank you hahaha
Seedlip cocktails are great
Right?! I’m super impressed with them!
NA cocktails are really catching on in CA.
Bryan Adams...
Straight From The Heart? Heaven?
Thank you!
Mention Leonard Haze ya big goof!!!
I remember back in the Day when Troy was in Benny and the Jets.... My Band The Propellers used to open up for the Jets all over the Bay Area.... Troy was Definitely a Heavy Hitter and what a great person to be around.... I sure miss those days....
I love that, thank you for sharing!
Strangers connected by this platform, I ask for your prayers and positive energy to help me heal.