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Franklin Vanderbilt: The Drummer Behind Lenny Kravitz, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan & More | The Vibe Podcast with Kelly Cardenas
What makes a true rockstar?
Is it the stages they've played, the legends they've performed with, or something deeper?
In this powerful episode of The Vibe Podcast, Kelly Cardenas sits down with legendary musician, songwriter, producer, entrepreneur, and creative visionary Franklin Vanderbilt.
For 15 years, Franklin served as the drummer for Lenny Kravitz, helping shape the sound and energy of one of rock music's most iconic live performances. Throughout his remarkable career, he has also worked alongside music legends including Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Stanley Clarke, Richie Kotzen, and many more. Today, he continues to expand his influence through groundbreaking creative projects, his latest solo album Inside My Silence, and his innovative new brand, Royal Cadence.
But this conversation goes far beyond music.
Kelly first met Franklin years ago at a drum circle overlooking the California coast. While Franklin's résumé reads like a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction speech, what stood out wasn't the celebrity—it was the character.
This episode explores the mindset, creativity, leadership, authenticity, and personal philosophy that have allowed Franklin Vanderbilt to build a career that transcends genres, industries, and expectations.
Whether you're a musician, entrepreneur, creator, leader, artist, or simply someone looking for inspiration, this conversation offers powerful insights into what it means to create a lasting impact while staying true to yourself.
🔥 In this episode, you'll discover:
• The journey behind Franklin Vanderbilt's legendary music career
• Stories from performing with Lenny Kravitz, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, and other icons
• The inspiration behind Inside My Silence
• The vision driving Royal Cadence
• Why authenticity remains the ultimate competitive advantage
• Lessons on creativity, leadership, resilience, and personal growth
• The mindset required to build a legacy
If you enjoy conversations about music, rock and roll, entrepreneurship, leadership, creativity, personal development, culture, and living a life with purpose, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
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