In this conversation, LV talks with good friend Jake Najor, a versatile drummer who has played with numerous bands and artists. They discuss Jake's musical journey, starting with his early influences and the bands he played with in high school. Jake shares his experiences playing in different bands and the importance of constantly playing and putting yourself out there as a musician. They also talk about Jake's Grammy nomination and his experiences touring in Japan. The conversation touches on the changing music industry and the impact of smartphones on live shows. Jake mentions some of his favorite albums, including Metallica's 'Ride the Lightning' and Les McCann's 'Invitation to Openness'. They also discuss their love for discovering new music, with Jake mentioning Tame Impala as one of his current favorite artists. In this conversation, Jake Najor and LV discuss their love for music and their experiences with discovering new bands and genres. They share their fascination with Miles Davis' album 'Bitches Brew' and the impact it had on them. They also talk about their musical influences, the importance of enjoying the company of bandmates, and the future of music in the age of AI and electronic music.
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"Drummer Jacob Najor has more career accomplishments than most musicians have in their lifetime. A first-call drummer with a stellar reputation in myriad bands, studio recording, sessions and other artists’ projects, the San Diego native and Horizon Senior High grad is a busy man on all fronts of the local music scene and beyond."
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