Rich Knox Of Danko Jones

Signals From Mars – Episode 431: Rich Knox (Danko Jones)

🎸 In this episode of Signals From Mars, Victor sits down with Rich Knox, drummer for Danko Jones, to discuss the band’s new album Leo Rising, the audition that landed him the gig, working with Marty Friedman, minimalist drum kits, the realities of touring, and how he balances music with health, mindset, and fitness through his project Performers Health.

This episode covers everything from KISS fandom to pandemic livestreams, songwriting across three countries, and what makes a true Danko Jones track.

Based on transcript:

🔥 Topics Discussed

Joining Danko Jones & the story behind his audition

Making the new album Leo Rising

Collaborating with Marty Friedman

The “three non-negotiables” of a Danko Jones song

Touring with The Darkness & Black Stone Cherry

Minimalist drum philosophy vs. big kits

Jazz drumming vs. rock drumming

Pandemic livestream memories

Rich’s fitness project: PerformersHealth.com

Writing music remotely from Toronto, Finland & Prince Edward Island

Favorite KISS memories and influences

🎙️ Patron Shout-outs

Steven Sailer, Steve Hoeker, Jeremy Weltman, Mike Jones, Brad Dahl, Mark Strigl, Gabriel Ruiz, Chris Vaglio, Metal Dan, Johan Ederström, Ed Ferguson, Anthony Mackey, Toni Espin, Sean Richmond.

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🎧 Follow Danko Jones & Rich Knox

Official Site: https://www.dankojones.com

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JC: @calibresjay
New album Leo Rising available at: https://www.dankojones.com
or at upcoming tour dates.

💪 Performers Health

Rich’s fitness & wellness coaching for musicians:
https://www.performershealth.com

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