This week’s guest is Allison Miller. Allison, based in New York City, is an American drummer, composer, and educator known for her versatile style. Fusing jazz with rock, funk, and global music elements, she has collaborated with notable artists including Dr. Lonnie Smith, Ani DiFranco, Natalie Merchant, Brandi Carlile, and others. A prolific solo artist, her latest album "Rivers in Our Veins" was released in 2023. Miller's dynamic drumming and dedication to musical innovation resonate with audiences across the globe. I hope you enjoy the 5 records that helped shape Allison Miller into the musician she is today. Cheers!

ALLISON’S BIG FAT FIVE -Album - Around the World in a DayArtist - PrinceRelease Year - 1985Key Track(s) - Tamborine, Condition of the Heart, TemptationDrummer - Prince, Sheila E-Album - Miles SmilesArtist - Miles DavisRelease Year - 1967Key Track(s) - Freedom Jazz Dance, Gingerbread Boy, Footprints, DoloresDrummer - Tony Williams-Album - The Avant-GardeArtist - John Coltrane and Don CherryRelease Year - 1966Key Track(s) - The Invisible, The Blessing, Focus on SanityDrummer - Ed Blackwell-Album - Plantation LullabiesArtist - Meshell NdegeocelloRelease Year - 1993Key Track(s) - I’m Diggin’ You, Step into the Projects, Call Me, Sit Outside Your DoorDrummer - David Gamson-Album - ZoningArtist - Mary Lou WilliamsRelease Year - 1974Key Track(s) - Praise The Lord, Intermission, Rosa MaeDrummer - Mickey Roker-HONORABLE MENTIONS:-Speak No Evil - Wayne ShorterBlack and Red - Live in WillisauThe Cure - Keith Jarrett TrioEmpyrean Isles - Herbie HancockSounds of Joy - Joe LovanoUnity - Larry YoungSpecial Edition - Jack DejohnetteFor more information on Big Fat Snare Drum, check out www.bigfatsnaredrum.com and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok.