In-depth conversation with the world’s most talented drummers and percussionists from the Gon Bops artist family. Hosted by Rich Mangicaro, Gon Bops’ Percussion Loft gives a behind-the-scenes look into the artist’s path to success, their favorite GB instruments and much more.
Our 20th episode features the great percussionist from Argentina - Carolina Cohen! Caro, as she's know professionally, came to us years ago and we were instantly moved by her talent, ultimately featuring her at NAMM one year as a featured performer at our popular Sabian/Gon Bops live event. Caro has performed with many great artists in her career, traveling the world, giving master classes and concerts. She leads her own group, “Caro Cohen Cuarteto” and remains one of the most in-demand percussionists in Argentina. Last year, in celebration of our 70th anniversary, we premiered the video ‘El Madero’, featuring Caro along with our other exceptional players, where she lead off the solo sections, performing a blazing conga solo! Check that out on our YouTube channel as well as our website’s Home page. We’re excited to welcome her to the Percussion Loft. Also joining us in this episode, assisting with translation is her father, musician/vocalist Rickie - Thank you Rickie!!
21 Mar 2025
Episode 19: MB Gordy
Our 19th episode features Gon Bops Artist/LA percussionist MB Gordy. MB is one of the top percussionists in the Los Angeles recording scene, having performed on hundreds of TV and film scores including American Sniper, Fantastic Four and The Terminator. Live, MB has worked with The Doobie Brothers, Josh Groban and Game of Thrones Live, to name a few. In 2019, his band Opium Moon won a Grammy for best New Age Album, was nominated again in 2022 and in 2025, he won his 2nd Grammy for his performance on the Best Global Music Album - “Alkebulan II”, by Matt B. Order of musical play in this episode: “Open Sky”- Wouter Kellerman; “Folsom Prison Blues” - String Revolution; “How Can I Pray When The Beloved Is All I See” - Opium Moon; “Birimintingo” - Jim “Kimo” West.
13 Feb 2025
Episode 18: Butch Norton
One of music’s most innovative and eclectic drummer/percussionists, Butch Norton is both classically trained as well as taking deep dives into Word music and percussion. His credits include the EELS, Rufus Wainwright, Tracy Chapman, Michael Penn and Fiona Apple, to name a few. Butch has been spending the last 17 years working with the legendary Grammy-winning artist Lucinda Williams, as well as releasing various solo recordings. He has been a Gon Bops artist for many years and we're excited to bring you this fascinating interview! https://www.gonbops.com/artists/butch-norton/
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