Marvin "Smitty" Smith: From The Tonight Show to Jazz Royalty | Drummer Knows Best w/ Tony TC Coleman

In this episode of Drummer Knows Best, legendary blues drummer Tony "TC" Coleman sits down with the incomparable Marvin "Smitty" Smith — a jazz icon, Tonight Show band alum, and one of the most versatile drummers of our time. Smitty opens up about his early days at Berklee, what it was like working with Branford Marsalis and Jay Leno, and how he carved out a career that bridges jazz, funk, television, and beyond. This is a deep, soulful conversation packed with stories, inspiration, and drumming wisdom. 💬 Drop a comment and let us know your favorite Smitty moment! 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more interviews with drumming legends. #MarvinSmittySmith #DrummerKnowsBest #TonyTCColeman #JazzDrums #DrummingLegends