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A Musical Life... Ep #54 - Juan Muzzio (International percussionist)

In this episode, we sit down with Juan Muzzio, a world-class percussionist whose journey spans continents, legendary bands, and unforgettable performances. From growing up in Sydney and New Zealand surrounded by Latin rhythms, to jamming with jazz great Kenny Kirkland in Chile, to performing with iconic bands like Herbs and supporting UB40, Juan shares the stories, sounds, and lessons that shaped his musical life. We dive into the art of percussion — from congas and bongos to timbales and the clave rhythm — exploring how Juan blends Latin, jazz, funk, R&B, and rock into his performances. He opens up about career highs and setbacks, recording in the modern era, and what it takes to bring the heartbeat of percussion into any genre. Whether you’re a musician, a music lover, or just curious about the rhythm behind the songs you love, this episode is packed with inspiring stories, live percussion demos, and insights from a true master of his craft. Follow Juan Muzzio online: [Facebook](  / videos  )  00:00 Intro & name pronunciation (Juan) 00:49 Early life, first influences, and discovering percussion 03:29 New Zealand bands & the jazz scene 05:51 Chile chapter & the Kenny Kirkland jam 07:51 Move to Australia & building a Gold Coast career 08:38 Working with drummers; how percussion fits across genres 10:31 Gigs: CSI Sundays, Santana tribute, and the upcoming 10-piece show 14:34 Rhythm foundations: the clave (2-3, 3-2, rumba, 6/8) 15:32 Career highs & lows: Herbs/UB40 and the London visa setback 20:03 Recording today: credits, home-studio workflow, and how to hire Juan 24:26 Instrument tour & demos: congas, bongos, timbales, bells 31:09 Practicalities & outlook: travel/stage space, learning rhythm, costs/skins, future plans, loops vs live, wrap