Big Fat Five: Jacopo Volpe (Post Malone, Salmo, Damiano David) Shares His Top 5 Influential Records

We’re back with another installment of the Big Fat Five—where I invite on a drummer that inspires me to break down the five records that shaped their voice behind the kit.My name is Ben Hilzinger and today’s guest is Jacopo Volpe. Born and raised in Italy, Jaco has played with Vanilla Sky, Post Malone, Damiano David, The Bloody Beetroots, Salmo, Portugal. The Man, and a bunch more. He’s got power, chops, groove, and the kind of confidence that only comes from playing on the biggest stages in the world.I’ll let Jaco tell you more about his journey, but for now, let’s dive into the five records that helped shape who he is behind the kit. Cheers.---Get Your Copy of the Drummers on Drumming Book Today!🎯 ⁠Click here to order now!⁠Drummers on Drumming (the book) takes you inside the stories, records, and moments that shaped some of the world’s greatest drummers. Built on the Big Fat Five format of digging into top influences, it’s packed with candid interviews and personal insights. Whether you’re just starting out or have been playing for years, this book is here to inspire you to sharpen your skills and find your own voice behind the kit.JACO'S BIG FAT FIVE:Artist - Elton JohnAlbum - Night and Day Concert - Live at WembleyRelease Year - 1984Key Track(s) - "Crocodile Rock;" "I’m Still Standing"Drummer - Nigel Olsson-Artist - TotoAlbum - Toto Live in ParisRelease Year - 1990Key Track(s) - "Rosanna." "Hold The Line"Drummer - Jeff Porcaro-Artist - Stevie Ray VaughanAlbum - Live from Austin, TexasRelease Year - 1995/1997Key Track(s) - "Texas Flood," "Cold Shot"Drummer - Chris Layton-Artist - Blink-182Album - The Mark Tom and Travis showRelease Year - 2000Key Track(s) - "Dumpweed," "Don’t Leave Me," "Mutt"Drummer - Travis Barker-Artist - Foo FightersAlbum - Echoes, Silence, Patience & GraceRelease Year - 2007Key Track - "The Pretender"Drummer - Taylor HawkinsFor more information on Big Fat Snare Drum, check out ⁠www.bigfatsnaredrum.com⁠ and follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠.

DRUMMERS ON DRUMMING goes beyond technique and gear, diving into the stories, influences, and perspectives that shape the world’s most compelling drummers. Hosted by Ben Hilzinger (Cannons, Eve 6) and powered by Big Fat Snare Drum, this podcast delivers honest conversations, deep insights, and unfiltered takes from the drummers who move music forward.
Each episode explores what makes a drummer’s voice truly their own—whether through Big Fat Five, where guests break down the five albums, moments, or influences that defined their style, or The Drum Panel, a no-holds-barred roundtable on drumming’s most polarizing topics. Expect bold opinions, surprising connections, and an authentic look at the drumming life—on and off the kit.
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