I’m thankful for the many clients, artists, bands, and musicians I’ve worked with over the years.
Please feel free to submit your own testimonial at the link below.
“Jason is an absolute pleasure to work with and be around. Not only is he a great drummer but he’s an amazing person that loves life and loves everyone he’s around. Jason always has a positive attitude and outlook on every situation. I highly recommend Jason to anybody looking for a great drummer and even greater guy.”
TYLER HUBBARD, Florida Georgia Line/Solo Artist
“Schmidty was one of my favorite people I’ve had the pleasure to tour with. He was easy to be around on and off stage. He always had a positive attitude and always showed up prepared. He played with passion and his heart was in every beat he played. He knew how to be a peacemaker or a protective panda bear. He had great musical ideas and I’d trust Jason to be a solid backbone for any gig.”
TOM BEAUPRE, Bassist, Florida Georgia Line / Luke Bryan
“Jason was my drummer and tour manager for three years. He is such a good team player and his work ethic is apparent in everything he does. His playing is full of passion and heart. You can definitely expect positivity and a great atmosphere being around Jason. Top notch guy and drummer, you won’t be disappointed.”
LINDSAY ELL, Broken Bow/Stoney Creek Recording Artist
“Schmidty was a real pleasure to work with. He’s a knowledgeable drummer, he’s always organized and prepared and a sweetheart to boot!”
PAM TILLIS, Solo Artist
“As a bass player I’m always conscious of the musical connection I have with other band members and performers I’m playing with, particularly drummers. I work with many drummers/musicians, and there are a handful of professionals that make an impression on me. Jason is definitely one of these guys. He’s a solid drummer, hands down. To me, Jason is a musician who plays drums extremely well. He listens to the song form and ‘plays’ the song more as a musician than a drummer. He is in-tune with the other performers, a team player for sure. And an easy-going great guy; one of my favorites to work with when the opportunity arises.”
TOMMY MAC, Session & Touring Bassist for hit songwriter Jeffrey Steele, Nashville TN
“Jason Schmidt is a great drummer with very good instincts when it comes to playing parts for a song. Also, and one of the most important things of all he is a joy to work with! If you crave a drummer who can be creative on the fly and also is fun to be around, Jason Schmidt should be one of your first calls.”
RORY ROSITAS, Chief Engineer, OMNIsound Studios, Nashville, TN
“Jason has come into my recording studio classes on many occasions to do drum recording workshops for a variety of drum miking styles from the vintage minimalist style to throwing 10,000 microphones on the kit (slight exaggeration). Anyways, he brings an enthusiasm and attitude that livens up the class, and he does a great job detailing the history of drum recording and drum sounds as well as basic drum tuning and what the engineer should know about drums to my students! They always leave the class excited and ready to work on the tracks, and Jason’s drumming is top notch. Definitely an in-demand session player for a wide variety of styles. I look forward to bringing Jason in every time I do a drum recording workshop and can’t recommend him enough and his excellent attitude to anyone looking for professional, high-quality drum sounds with a great person to work with!”
TIM HALL, Producer/Engineer
Audio Professor, Art Institute Nashville
“I worked along side Jason for several months on tour and he is the most rock solid musician and person that anyone could ever want to work with.”
DONNIE SCEARCE, FOH/Production Manager for Corey Smith
“I have worked with Jason Schmidt multiple times as a sub drummer for my artist and he has always been the consummate professional. He is punctual, comes prepared, never has equipment issues, is 100% attentive to the needs of the show, has immaculate skills and timing and is a total team player.
On one occasion he offered his expertise to help me set up a multi track recording rig during the afternoon prior to sound check. Jason is a multi-faceted individual and contributes excellent moral and team spirit to the group. I would recommend him any time without reservation.”
COLIN STREET, Production Manager, Jon Pardi
“Jason brought it all! Not everyday does one come across a musician that can really bring the song to life and that’s exactly what Jason did to our record! He caught the vibe perfectly on each song he played, and brought a fun exciting vibe into the studio as well. A total pro! Looking forward to having him play on more songs for sure!”
HER, (Monique Staffile), (HER & Kings County)
“Jason Schmidt played on my last project and I’ll have him on every one I do in the future. He is one of most talented musicians I’ve had the pleasure of playing with- not to mention has a positive attitude that is contagious!”
HOPE CASSITY, Singer/Songwriter
NCMA for Female Vocalist of The Year
“I met a Jason after an APP show in Vegas. Loved him right away. Got back to Nashville and heard him play on a few gigs and sessions. Big foot, deep pocket, respect for the song. That’s my kinda drummer!”
DAN TRACEY, Alan Parsons Project, Save The World, Producer
“Jason and I have done a bunch of shows together with Lindsay Ell, and I have to say he’s a freakin joy to play with. Great pocket and dynamics, and did a great job of TM’ng the shows as well. Stellar player and human, great shows and great hangs!”
RUSSELL BROOM, Producer/Musician
“As a player and performer, I’m very particular with who I like to play with in front of large and/or smaller crowds. I want to feel comfortable and confident on stage and seasoned and prepared players make the difference. I LOVE playing with Schmidty!!!
The first time we played together was at one of the largest outdoor summer shows in Canada. From the first count in, I knew the band was in great hands!! Great feel, groove and attitude made me look forward to playing with him time and time again. A real pleasure both on and off stage. Schmidty is not just a great player but tour manager and friend.”
DENIS DUFRESNE, Artist and multiple CCMA instrumentalist of the year winner
“After I watched Jason beautifully track both bass and drums on a song I wrote, he transformed from a brilliant musician to a world-class coach. My vocal performance on the recording wouldn’t be what it was without Jason’s advice. His criticism was perfectly specific, while professional and encouraging, which allowed me to improve on each take. He is a true badass and I’d love for him to be in the room for every song I record.”
CICI WARD, Artist
“If you want a solid pocket groove, good hang and well rounded responsible drummer Jason Schmidt is your guy. With his great drumming skills, musicianship and production knowledge Jason would be a great addition to any band and a perfect MD.”
RICK MONROE, Artist/Render Records
“Playing with Jason has been nothing less than a complete pleasure! His skill as a drummer is matched by his quality as a man. He’s a consummate pro in every way and I fully endorse him for any opportunity that comes his way!”
SAMMY HUDSON, Former member of the multi platinum rock band Everclear
Current bassist and Musical Director for Scott Stapp (the voice of Creed)
Touring bassist with 80’s pop icon Tiffany
“Jason Schmidt is a “Pro’s Pro” ! We have played a number of shows over the last few years and he’s never been anything but a rockstar! Jason is a class act that has chops for days and great attitude…My highest compliment is that he’s an artist that “serves the song”! It really can’t get any better than that and that’s Jason all day ,every day!”
KEVIN LAWSON, Artist/Dixie Horsepower
“Rock solid with great technique and good sensibilitie.”
IAN SCHREIER, FChief Engineer/Producer/Mixer, Manifold Recording