In a recent video interview, Chad Smith revealed the vinyl records that shaped his drumming style.
The Red Hot Chili Peppers legend visited Vancouver's iconic Beat Street Records with Musora and Drumeo to dig through the albums that influenced his sound.
According to the video, Chad Smith draws inspiration from a range of musical influences.
He discusses the surprising records he actually played on during his time at Beat Street Records.
Along the way, fans can hear never-before-told stories about Chad's experiences in the music industry.
The interview also features Drumeo previously giving Chad Smith a Black Sabbath-inspired track and a Bill Ward checklist to complete.
Watch as Chad takes on the challenge and showcases his drumming skills.
Meanwhile, the new Bangalore Choir album "Rapid Fire Succession: On Target Part II" is now out on BraveWords Records.
According to Black Angel Promotions, the choruses on this album soar in a way that only bands from this era know how to do - chock full of hooks and melodies that get stuck in your head for days.
The album's tough sound makes you want to roll the windows down and howl them into oncoming traffic.
For more information about Chad Smith's vinyl influences, check out the full video interview online.
You can also visit the link to learn more about Bangalore Choir's new album.