Chris Merrick Hughes & Steve Barney - Percussion Discussion
Joining me today is British drummer, producer and songwriter… CHRIS MERRICK HUGHES Chris was producer & one of the drummers in Adam and the Ants - producing (& playing on) "Kings of the Wild Frontier” and "Prince Charming" albums. He then went onto produce, co-write and play on some of Tears for Fears biggest hits… Including co-writing the epic "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" and producing the first two albums, “The Hurting” and “Songs from the Big Chair” Behind the drum kit, Chris played on TFF’s “Shout” • “Sowing The Seeds Of Love” • “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” Alongside Chris & myself for this chat is UK session drummer, Steve Barney who currently plays for Anastacia (& previously for Annie Lennox, Mike + The Mechanics, Jeff Beck & HOTEI). Join Hughes, Barney and i as we chat about Chris's stunning & varied career… including how he & Steve met in the late-90’s, working with Adam and the Ants, Tears For Fears, Peter Gabriel + producing/playing for Robert Plant. This was such an enjoyable interview to do, really fascinating to be a part of this conversation with two industry professionals at the very top of their game. Many thanks to both Chris & Steve for giving up their valuable time - i really hope you enjoy the conversation. 👏🏼