I have no doubt that the reason you got the job was not just drumming ability but your general approach to it and demeanour. Your humbleness and appreciation of the sheer volume of experience around you and your desire to learn from it should be a 101 lesson for any aspiring musician. Also, it is rare for me to want to watch 15 minutes of someone talking about themselves, but I was delighted to watch this because you were so humble, and so open and honest and absolutely zero ego. So I have subbed in case you happen to vlog again. In the meantime, have a great break and holiday.
Agree 100% A solid down to earth drummer is a good drummer. Look at Phil Rudd. It's all about holding that perfect beat. Everything I've seen on Elia is on point. The infectious way she approaches it is fantastic.
Elijah! From a bass player of over 40 or so years, Enjoy it while you can!!! Im 76 now and I look back on all the years I worked night after night! Day after day!! day in day out! with fond memories and all the best friends I have acclimated along the way!!!
I've been coming back to your videos for the past half year. There's something magnetic about them. I wish you posted more, Elia. Great drumming and a beautiful lady come hand in hand.
I first saw this channel like a year ago, and i went back today after a drunken Shania binge, and the "lady" part is not certain at all, after having googled Elia Wood the drummer.
Elia, I've been a super fan of yours since you were a tweenager! I love your vlog. Keep vlogging. Stars like you with your experience, especially you with all you've accomplished, should never drop out of sight! I LOVE that you're drummer for Shania! AND you are GREAT. Your drumming has always been great. This looks like it's right up your alley. Looks like so much fun for you. Love the Drum solo/kiss cam! ❤ Love your confidence and talent and all your fans are so glad you have this vlog and so many video's to share. You're a very talented spirit we all need to watch.
What a humble breath of fresh air you are Elia. Really enjoyed watching this and I hope you continue doing these V-Logs. Your a natural and super talented.
Being an old Drummer hearing your take on the journey to get to to point that you are at now is great. You are doing what so many of us wanted to, keep up the great work and let us know whats next.
Love this vlog, Elijah. Great to hear your perspective from behind the scenes as a drummer and how you got here. One of my favorite videos you did was the "That Don't Impress Me Much", which was recorded from behind your kit. Such powerful, in the pocket drumming! Yes, more vlogs please! 😊
@@dalethelander3781 no idea 🤷♂️. Not my concern or worries and just pointing out the actual original name. I’ve been a Mark Wood (the father) fan for years. He invented the viper electric violin and also was the original violin player for Trans Siberian orchestra
Wow congratulations on your success, such amazing talent. What I love most is just the pure joy you show when you play, you can definitely see your having the time of your life ❤️
This rocks, Elijah! Thank for posting this. There are so many of us who have followed you on this personal and professional journey, and it so gratifying to see you prosper and become your true self. God bless and keep you, today and always. And post more of these!
Awesome to see another video from you pop in in my feed. Love watching your performances. I'm hooked on "That Don't Impress Me Much" that you did some time ago. Look forward to more!
Thank you!! You are very very good at this. Thanks for taking us thru all of this. First time I’ve heard your voice. I didn’t know how much I was waiting for this video! So proud of you!
Absolutely do more of these!! So few professionals give a real look at what being a drummer for the group is like. What your life as a drummer is like. Thank you for doing this!
Elijah, I thoroughly enjoyed your first vlog! Just happened to catch one of your drum cam videos and have become a fan of you and Shania. You are clearly smart, gifted, diligent, humble, and appreciate the opportunity you have before you. What a great life so far. Can’t wait to see what’s next.
Thanks for this, Elijah. It's a wonderful insight into what you went through before selection, leading up to the tour, and being on the road. Your appreciation and honesty are awesome. Thank you, and keep hiting those skins.
Love it! I'm a new drummer, and you're the reason why I started playing drums. We're even the same age when I seen you in Ottawa during the rock this country tour. Shania is my queen lol I'd love to see more of your vlogs! Keep posting! :)
I thought your first vlog was great. I love seeing "behind the curtain" of pro musicians. I'd love to see a rundown of your kit, setup, including how your in-ear monitor is setup, what you listen for and so on.
I have always loved Shania's music and her performances - I've been fascinated by your drumming and story. I think is is great to share your professional journey from such a personal place... to where it has brought you. Congratulations on being so young and accomplished! You are obviously very gifted and your talents continue to bring joy to so many. I hope to see the show one day soon. Keep up the Vlog idea... keep us in your loop!
You are awesome. I’m happy for you for doing what you love. Talk about your relationship with the band a little bit next time. Maybe include them a little if they are game. Would love to see that part of a touring band. Good luck and keep it up.
40 year musician here, 1000+ small venue gigs. Loved every second but could not do what you do and handle things the way you do. Please keep up the blog, it’s awesome to be part of what your doing looking on from afar. Every success for the rest of your career.
Love how you play - such enthusiasm and energy. Great fit with Shania’s band. To me , seeing a band members true love and feel of energy is so entertaining. It adds to the experience. You would be a great fit for Garth’s band as well. Keep it up!!!
Elijah, thank you for taking the time to start a vlog and no, your not terrible at it at all, quite the reverse. You came across as relaxed, natural and chatty, and what ever you decide to do, be it chats to camera such as this vlog or drum cams or just day to day life, it will be interesting and enjoyable. I loved hearing about how you got the gig, thats an awesome achievement unto its self and a testiment to your talant. Hope you get some time with your family over Christmas and ralax and enjoy. Happy christmas.
Such a joy to watch you drum with so much enthusiasm and that great smile! Hope you do more vlogs as it gives great insight in what happens when touring! I can see at your young age and your talent that you are going to be in demand from other artists!
Dear Elijah Wood, whoow nice this flog and definitely worth a sequel and more than 1 is really nice this a look behind the scenes in a spontaneous way and also those pieces about you just as yourself i think it's really cool to see Gr from the Netherlands. And a very merry Christmas to you and the rest, a healthy and safe 2022
It’s great to hear the clarity and humility in your words and your dedication to your “gift”! Its a one in a billion opportunity for you…… Congratulations on all of your success Elijah
I discovered your channel few days ago and I have to say : I love your energy on stage so much. It's so inspiring and motivating than after each of your video, i feel like I need to go back to my drumset to play. So thank you for sharing your drum cams. Also, it's really cool of you to share your feelings and experiences about that big adventure a Shania's tour must be. ::drummer thumb up::
Hi Elia, Keep the blogs coming they are amazing i love watching your videos live. More importantly never put yourself down you weren't lucky to support Shania you were chosen because of your skills and passion.
Ramble? Oh, hell no. Hooked on every word. I'm 58 and just starting my journey with percussions and you have inspired me as much as John Bonham, Neil Peart, and Ringo Star. Can't wait for Vlog #2.
So happy for you! You look like you're really having fun out there! I love when I go to a show and the musicians look like they are having fun! Love all the really technical talk about playing drums too!
Thank you for V-logging and telling your story. You are inspiring! I've been drumming for 40 years now and my dream was always to make it to the arena level and feel the energy of a crowd of this capacity. Biggest crowd I ever played was 10,000 and that was amazing but you've done it at the beginning of your life. Wow, 19 years old when you auditioned and you got it. That's so amazing. I can envision that first show and being so nervous to even sit behind the kit and hit that first note but you did it successfully and got the thumbs up from Shania. I can just picture that. Thank you for being you and showing the world that females can rock behind the kit on a professional level. You now have a new fan. Take care.
You inspire me, your such a great drummer and person. And remember, you aren’t lucky to be there because you earned it. What you are is blessed and deservingly so! ❤
You're gonna be a SUPERSTAR!...your talent speaks for itself, your work ethic is what will set you apart...a lot of people play the drums real well, not may 19 year olds land a job with Shania Twain! Never forget , advantages are taken, not handed out!...Rock on young lady!!
YOU are SOOOOO AMAZING! I've been playing for decades and have had much great experiences and support AND WILL SEE YOU TOMORROW IN ST JOHN'S with my Daughter who is much older than you haha. Cannot Wait. YOU ROCK MY FRIEND! Much love and respect to you Elia!
Elia hasn't played for Twain since September of 2022. Twain's entire band is no longer there. Elia has a side business and currently not on tour. If Rush had thought to reform, Elia would have been my first pick. Her Outta Here video cements that opinion. Utilizes the same outside dual crash cymbal attack Peart used. While Teddy Lamson had improved, every Twain song had to be dumbed down as the skill set just isn't there.
If I could live my life over again, starting at age 17, I would have followed your path verbatim. You're a great inspiration. Please keep sharing content. You're really great at it.
You are currently one of the drummers I study when it comes to technique and stage presence. I've been drumming for 30+ years and still can't stand to watch myself play. I hope to come away with just a little slice of the presence, joy and movement that appears to come very naturally to you. This vlog, btw, was really good. If people think what you're doing is simple just because of the time signature, they have a thing or two yet to learn. I'm glad to hear the humble appreciation from you regarding this gig. It really is a once in a lifetime thing for most.
I won’t lie, I almost never post on these things…but in this case I feel I must. You are an absolutely phenomenal musician. Hands down, without debate. But I wanted to comment more on the amazing person behind this vlog. Words like humble, and thoughtful come to mind, yet I don’t feel they do you any justice. There is a genuine, honest, brave, and super sweet person behind that rockin exterior. I really like your music but I am a super fan of you as a person. Im not sure married 40 year olds with PhDs in religion are your typical musical or personal fan base, but you definitely have both me and my wife over. Keep doing you, and everyone will keep loving it!
Thank you for sharing this vlog! You look like you are having so much fun when you play, I really hope to catch one of the shows some day. I last saw Shania in 2013.
Yes please make more. Talk about how you got started in drums. Talk about your kits. I enjoy hearing you play. Also very much enjoyed this video. Thanks. Enjoy your time off.
Some people are molded, formed even for what you do. It's not for everyone. You obviously were meant for this! The amount of dedication that tour musicians put into the music is remarkable. Unless you do it, you'll never know. I'm a drummer and primarily a guitar player in a regional band. I did about 80 shows a year between March and November for 6 years. I get it. I've been watching your videos from the sidelines and have always loved your glow as a person and your tenacity as a musician. It's really great that you're opening up and willing to cultivate those "scary things". Thanks SOOOO much for putting this out there. I look forward to the next installment. peace and much love
Fantastic Vlog Elijah. Please do more on your drumming and more backstage stuff when you guys start in LV again in the New Year. Hopefully more drum cam’s please. Have a great break and best wishes for Christmas and The New Year.
You live in such a different world. It is a real pleasure to get a sense of what it is like to be a part of something so outside my own frame of reference. I hope that you will do more of these.
Gr8 vlog Elijah! Like seeing the "behind the scenes" stuff! I've been a pro musician (bassist) over 40 yrs now and it's cool to see what others have gone thru to get where they are! Good job and best of luck in your future!
Hate to sound like a million others here but you are a serious inspiration to thousand’s of others that are dreaming right now of that one opportunity and practicing until you cant even pick up ur instrument. Please keep these vlog’s coming cause evan an old guy like me is inspired by them! Love it! ❤️
I loved hearing about how you got the spot on the tour. It's great your dreams are coming true. Seeing someone work so hard, and with so much talent getting what they deserve is great to see.
I never saw any Drummer play with the energy having fun enjoying happy , just love to watching you playing with humbleness, I would love to watch you play the Drum again
Thanks Elijah! Like others, I was delighted when I saw a new video pop up. Any and all content would be great, especially drum-cam and behind-the-scenes. You’re amazing!
Great to hear about the behind the scenes things that no one ever hears about, thank you so much for that. Stay strong enjoy your time and I hope you and the crew have a better 2022.
Hello, I fell across your videos and was captured by your enthusiasm. I just watched your Vlog #1, well that was an extremily fast 15 minuts in the best way. I needed to witness someone’s success story and you delivered. I have been finding the same story of “getting it right!” Play like no body is listening and grab that 1% that will fill your life. Just a young at heart 65+ yr old kid with a guitar. Peace and Maximum Respect
Love the videos and now vlogs. Please keep them coming. Keep us updated. Also, can you add more gopros to your kit? You need at least 4.:) Im very proud of you. I wish I could catch one of your shows. I've watched your videos so many times. I really enjoy watching all your energy.
Great job, Elijah! I'm a somewhat newer fan, an old, retired jazz drummer from the 60's and 70's! Like your style and time and hope to hear more from such a talented young drummer!! Good luck in your future!!
YOUR 2 AND 4 AND 1 AND 3 IS SOOO IN THE POCKET, FIRST THING THAT BLEW ME AWAY WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS. I also play bass, guitars and pretty much everything. I have produced and recorded over 200 albums here in Newfoundland, with artists from all over the country. KEEP ROCKIN'
Absolutely brilliant! Love watching you play, your energy and fun always make me smile. Great hearing about how you got the gig, and it’d be good to see more back stage stuff.
You are so not rambling,. but more of an inspiration to so many. I hope most of us can learn from your experience, to not sit around and complain about meaningless things, (Just get it Done). Fantastic job and thank you for posting. i really enjoyed watching and am not even a drummer.😎👍🏼 Keep on rockin and God bless your journey.
Great stuff! Glad to see your excitement and how humble you are. You are great at this by the way and will inspire a large amount of people, especially girls, to follow their dreams. That is one of the main reasons you got where you are. Congratulations!
Your attitude during the tryout process was superb!! Very impressive. Musicians want to play with other cool musicians that are pleasant to be around. That’s obviously you. Love the video!
Thanks for sharing Elijah, your one of my favorite drummers. It was interesting to hear about your injurie and how you manage it. I have some leg and knee issue who give some limitations who have made me thinking if starting up again with drumming is a waste but i decided to go for it and are currently setting up a simple home studio for my drumming. Looking forward to more vlogs.
Thank you, Elia, for sharing. One of the things I really like is you playing the drums and having a great time doing it while sharing the experience with the audience. Way cool!
Elijah, brilliant vlog! As a drummer and Shania fan when i went to see her in Birmingham UK I was not expecting an amazing drummer. The first thing I did when I got home was found you. You are amazing and this vlog is brilliant. I wonder if you could include more about your personal journey through life and potential challenges you have had along the way.
I've been a big huge Shania fan for a long time I've been seeing your videos playing and have became huge fan of your playing your energy while you play is just amazing and yes please make more videos love the history and how you started very very awesome
Elia - this is an amazing vlog - a mentor journey story that is grounded, humble, real and from your heart!!! The opportunity that you have been given (and worked hard at) and never took it for granted and still don't!!! Your character and attitude shine through and this would most definitely resonate with Shania (E) as a woman to woman - supporting women but beyond this, a break that is few and far between especially for women - E saw right through that... to your heart and natural gifted talent (to further develop and build on) and that my dear is priceless in women leadership!!! You are amazing and play from a place deep in your soul - educating yourself on self-care as well and sharing this is so important for those who wish to follow or dream of one day playing in a band and tour of Shania's scale - Keep being you and sharing you cause this journey thus far from 19 to 25 is so inspiring for those aspiring!!! Well Done!!! Keep up the great work!!!
Your an awesome inspiration not just for drummers for all different walks of life... I myself found a drumming video of yours and have loved watching you perform... I love learning about different musicians and what makes them tick....
Glad to see a new video!! Please keep them coming!! Also, you are an inspiration in drumming and also with helping accepting myself and finally becoming who I’ve always wanted to be.
I loved this Elia!! Learned a lot n i loved hearing your point of views and get an insight to you n who you are!! Really cool!! Wonderful job too btw!! perfect vlog!! well done!!! 🙌👊👊👍🥁✌️
I have no doubt that the reason you got the job was not just drumming ability but your general approach to it and demeanour.
Your humbleness and appreciation of the sheer volume of experience around you and your desire to learn from it should be a 101 lesson for any aspiring musician.
Also, it is rare for me to want to watch 15 minutes of someone talking about themselves, but I was delighted to watch this because you were so humble, and so open and honest and absolutely zero ego. So I have subbed in case you happen to vlog again. In the meantime, have a great break and holiday.
Thank you so much for this thoughtful message! I really appreciate your kind words and I’m so glad you enjoyed the vlog. ☺️
Agree 100% A solid down to earth drummer is a good drummer. Look at Phil Rudd. It's all about holding that perfect beat. Everything I've seen on Elia is on point. The infectious way she approaches it is fantastic.
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Elijah! From a bass player of over 40 or so years, Enjoy it while you can!!! Im 76 now and I look back on all the years I worked night after night! Day after day!! day in day out! with fond memories and all the best friends I have acclimated along the way!!!
You mean accumulated, not acclimated. That's something very different. LOL
Also a bass player who appreciates a good drummer! Drums is hard on the body!
Elijah Wood is the actor from Lord of the Rings. Would be funny if they married though… 😊
Elijah, the first show was at the Tacoma dome. I was the security guard at the B stage during your opening part. Great show you all put on. !
I've been coming back to your videos for the past half year. There's something magnetic about them. I wish you posted more, Elia. Great drumming and a beautiful lady come hand in hand.
I first saw this channel like a year ago, and i went back today after a drunken Shania binge, and the "lady" part is not certain at all, after having googled Elia Wood the drummer.
@@zloychechen5150 whattaya mean by that
Elia, I've been a super fan of yours since you were a tweenager! I love your vlog. Keep vlogging. Stars like you with your experience, especially you with all you've accomplished, should never drop out of sight! I LOVE that you're drummer for Shania! AND you are GREAT. Your drumming has always been great. This looks like it's right up your alley. Looks like so much fun for you. Love the Drum solo/kiss cam! ❤ Love your confidence and talent and all your fans are so glad you have this vlog and so many video's to share. You're a very talented spirit we all need to watch.
What a humble breath of fresh air you are Elia. Really enjoyed watching this and I hope you continue doing these V-Logs. Your a natural and super talented.
He’s a natural male.
Being an old Drummer hearing your take on the journey to get to to point that you are at now is great. You are doing what so many of us wanted to, keep up the great work and let us know whats next.
Love this vlog, Elijah. Great to hear your perspective from behind the scenes as a drummer and how you got here. One of my favorite videos you did was the "That Don't Impress Me Much", which was recorded from behind your kit. Such powerful, in the pocket drumming! Yes, more vlogs please! 😊
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@@TheFlatzz his real name is Elijah 🤔
@@tritontransport oh i didnt know that :D thx for correcting :)
@@tritontransport Isn't she fully post-op?
@@dalethelander3781 no idea 🤷♂️. Not my concern or worries and just pointing out the actual original name. I’ve been a Mark Wood (the father) fan for years. He invented the viper electric violin and also was the original violin player for Trans Siberian orchestra
Wow congratulations on your success, such amazing talent. What I love most is just the pure joy you show when you play, you can definitely see your having the time of your life ❤️
This rocks, Elijah! Thank for posting this.
There are so many of us who have followed you on this personal and professional journey, and it so gratifying to see you prosper and become your true self.
God bless and keep you, today and always.
And post more of these!
Awesome to see another video from you pop in in my feed. Love watching your performances. I'm hooked on "That Don't Impress Me Much" that you did some time ago. Look forward to more!
You thoroughly deserve your success. Keep up the content to the channel, and yes, the vlog is great :)
Thank you for other vlog. I'm fascinated with the technicalities of a top notch live show, and Shania's shows are enormous!! Please do more!
Thank you!! You are very very good at this. Thanks for taking us thru all of this. First time I’ve heard your voice. I didn’t know how much I was waiting for this video! So proud of you!
Absolutely do more of these!! So few professionals give a real look at what being a drummer for the group is like. What your life as a drummer is like. Thank you for doing this!
Great success story! livin the dream...Backing a headliner! Something I've always wanted to do...! Good luck keep the videos coming!
Elijah, I thoroughly enjoyed your first vlog! Just happened to catch one of your drum cam videos and have become a fan of you and Shania. You are clearly smart, gifted, diligent, humble, and appreciate the opportunity you have before you. What a great life so far. Can’t wait to see what’s next.
Thanks for this, Elijah. It's a wonderful insight into what you went through before selection, leading up to the tour, and being on the road. Your appreciation and honesty are awesome. Thank you,
and keep hiting those skins.
Love it! I'm a new drummer, and you're the reason why I started playing drums. We're even the same age when I seen you in Ottawa during the rock this country tour. Shania is my queen lol
I'd love to see more of your vlogs! Keep posting! :)
I thought your first vlog was great. I love seeing "behind the curtain" of pro musicians. I'd love to see a rundown of your kit, setup, including how your in-ear monitor is setup, what you listen for and so on.
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Same here
Agree.
I have always loved Shania's music and her performances - I've been fascinated by your drumming and story. I think is is great to share your professional journey from such a personal place... to where it has brought you. Congratulations on being so young and accomplished! You are obviously very gifted and your talents continue to bring joy to so many. I hope to see the show one day soon. Keep up the Vlog idea... keep us in your loop!
I would love to see you do a tour of your kit and tell us what your kit is. That would be so cool.
Totally agree give us a rundown of your tour kit, cymbal setup,percussion, mics and any electronics like triggers or ableton
That would be lovely
You are such an inspiration for everyone……you super rock ❤❤❤
Perdona.Eres mujer.ALCCR
Fantastic vlog. Felt like we were chatting over a coffee, appreciated the honesty and zero ego play. Looking forward to many more 🤙🏽
Elijah, awesome video! Discovered your vids during the pandemic...the solo drummer shots are great. Looking forward to Vlog#2
You are awesome. I’m happy for you for doing what you love. Talk about your relationship with the band a little bit next time. Maybe include them a little if they are game. Would love to see that part of a touring band. Good luck and keep it up.
40 year musician here, 1000+ small venue gigs. Loved every second but could not do what you do and handle things the way you do. Please keep up the blog, it’s awesome to be part of what your doing looking on from afar. Every success for the rest of your career.
Love how you play - such enthusiasm and energy. Great fit with Shania’s band. To me , seeing a band members true love and feel of energy is so entertaining. It adds to the experience. You would be a great fit for Garth’s band as well. Keep it up!!!
Elijah, thank you for taking the time to start a vlog and no, your not terrible at it at all, quite the reverse. You came across as relaxed, natural and chatty, and what ever you decide to do, be it chats to camera such as this vlog or drum cams or just day to day life, it will be interesting and enjoyable. I loved hearing about how you got the gig, thats an awesome achievement unto its self and a testiment to your talant. Hope you get some time with your family over Christmas and ralax and enjoy. Happy christmas.
Such a joy to watch you drum with so much enthusiasm and that great smile! Hope you do more vlogs as it gives great insight in what happens when touring! I can see at your young age and your talent that you are going to be in demand from other artists!
Dear Elijah Wood,
whoow nice this flog and definitely worth a sequel and more than 1 is really nice this a look behind the scenes in a spontaneous way and also those pieces about you just as yourself i think it's really cool to see Gr from the Netherlands. And a very merry Christmas to you and the rest, a healthy and safe 2022
It’s great to hear the clarity and humility in your words and your dedication to your “gift”!
Its a one in a billion opportunity for you…… Congratulations on all of your success Elijah
Been a BIG fan for a long time. It was Very nice to see YOU after all this time, instead of just being able to enjoy your tallent.
I discovered your channel few days ago and I have to say : I love your energy on stage so much. It's so inspiring and motivating than after each of your video, i feel like I need to go back to my drumset to play. So thank you for sharing your drum cams.
Also, it's really cool of you to share your feelings and experiences about that big adventure a Shania's tour must be. ::drummer thumb up::
Hi Elia, Keep the blogs coming they are amazing i love watching your videos live. More importantly never put yourself down you weren't lucky to support Shania you were chosen because of your skills and passion.
Ramble? Oh, hell no. Hooked on every word. I'm 58 and just starting my journey with percussions and you have inspired me as much as John Bonham, Neil Peart, and Ringo Star. Can't wait for Vlog #2.
Super interesting vlog can’t wait for more :) Love your drumming & Shania Twain , makes me wanna get back on the drums.
Absolutely great vlog Elia! Being yourself is the best gift 🎁 you are giving us. Looking forward to your next post already !
So happy for you! You look like you're really having fun out there! I love when I go to a show and the musicians look like they are having fun! Love all the really technical talk about playing drums too!
I took drum lessons for a while but ended up on bass.. Tight drumming for sure but the passion is what stands out! Remarkable. Congrats!
Great job on the vlog Elia! Your an inspiration to musicians young and old. Keep up the good work and have a great 2022
Thank you for V-logging and telling your story. You are inspiring! I've been drumming for 40 years now and my dream was always to make it to the arena level and feel the energy of a crowd of this capacity. Biggest crowd I ever played was 10,000 and that was amazing but you've done it at the beginning of your life. Wow, 19 years old when you auditioned and you got it. That's so amazing. I can envision that first show and being so nervous to even sit behind the kit and hit that first note but you did it successfully and got the thumbs up from Shania. I can just picture that. Thank you for being you and showing the world that females can rock behind the kit on a professional level. You now have a new fan. Take care.
So glad you are back!! Please keep the vlogs coming! Please please please post more drum cam shows!
You inspire me, your such a great drummer and person. And remember, you aren’t lucky to be there because you earned it. What you are is blessed and deservingly so! ❤
You're gonna be a SUPERSTAR!...your talent speaks for itself, your work ethic is what will set you apart...a lot of people play the drums real well, not may 19 year olds land a job with Shania Twain!
Never forget , advantages are taken, not handed out!...Rock on young lady!!
YOU are SOOOOO AMAZING! I've been playing for decades and have had much great experiences and support AND WILL SEE YOU TOMORROW IN ST JOHN'S with my Daughter who is much older than you haha. Cannot Wait. YOU ROCK MY FRIEND! Much love and respect to you Elia!
Elia hasn't played for Twain since September of 2022. Twain's entire band is no longer there. Elia has a side business and currently not on tour. If Rush had thought to reform, Elia would have been my first pick. Her Outta Here video cements that opinion. Utilizes the same outside dual crash cymbal attack Peart used. While Teddy Lamson had improved, every Twain song had to be dumbed down as the skill set just isn't there.
If I could live my life over again, starting at age 17, I would have followed your path verbatim. You're a great inspiration. Please keep sharing content. You're really great at it.
You are currently one of the drummers I study when it comes to technique and stage presence. I've been drumming for 30+ years and still can't stand to watch myself play. I hope to come away with just a little slice of the presence, joy and movement that appears to come very naturally to you. This vlog, btw, was really good. If people think what you're doing is simple just because of the time signature, they have a thing or two yet to learn. I'm glad to hear the humble appreciation from you regarding this gig. It really is a once in a lifetime thing for most.
I won’t lie, I almost never post on these things…but in this case I feel I must. You are an absolutely phenomenal musician. Hands down, without debate. But I wanted to comment more on the amazing person behind this vlog. Words like humble, and thoughtful come to mind, yet I don’t feel they do you any justice. There is a genuine, honest, brave, and super sweet person behind that rockin exterior. I really like your music but I am a super fan of you as a person. Im not sure married 40 year olds with PhDs in religion are your typical musical or personal fan base, but you definitely have both me and my wife over. Keep doing you, and everyone will keep loving it!
Thank you for sharing this vlog! You look like you are having so much fun when you play, I really hope to catch one of the shows some day. I last saw Shania in 2013.
Yes please make more. Talk about how you got started in drums. Talk about your kits. I enjoy hearing you play. Also very much enjoyed this video. Thanks. Enjoy your time off.
Some people are molded, formed even for what you do. It's not for everyone. You obviously were meant for this! The amount of dedication that tour musicians put into the music is remarkable. Unless you do it, you'll never know. I'm a drummer and primarily a guitar player in a regional band. I did about 80 shows a year between March and November for 6 years. I get it. I've been watching your videos from the sidelines and have always loved your glow as a person and your tenacity as a musician. It's really great that you're opening up and willing to cultivate those "scary things". Thanks SOOOO much for putting this out there. I look forward to the next installment. peace and much love
Fantastic Vlog Elijah. Please do more on your drumming and more backstage stuff when you guys start in LV again in the New Year. Hopefully more drum cam’s please. Have a great break and best wishes for Christmas and The New Year.
You live in such a different world. It is a real pleasure to get a sense of what it is like to be a part of something so outside my own frame of reference. I hope that you will do more of these.
Gr8 vlog Elijah! Like seeing the "behind the scenes" stuff! I've been a pro musician (bassist) over 40 yrs now and it's cool to see what others have gone thru to get where they are! Good job and best of luck in your future!
Elia
I loved your vlog! Please keep doing it! Also I loved the drumcam because we can see a little of how is to be at the top
Hate to sound like a million others here but you are a serious inspiration to thousand’s of others that are dreaming right now of that one opportunity and practicing until you cant even pick up ur instrument. Please keep these vlog’s coming cause evan an old guy like me is inspired by them! Love it! ❤️
I loved hearing about how you got the spot on the tour. It's great your dreams are coming true. Seeing someone work so hard, and with so much talent getting what they deserve is great to see.
Yes please do more vlogs of you on tour and playing the drums!! Amazing story. Congrats! 🎉🎊🎉🎊
I never saw any Drummer play with the energy having fun enjoying happy , just love to watching you playing with humbleness, I would love to watch you play the Drum again
Thank you very much for sharing some insight. You are living your dream. Don't stop. Keep going. Be proud. Your drum playing sounds fantastic!
Great vlog, very interesting - looking forward to the next one!!
Thanks Elijah! Like others, I was delighted when I saw a new video pop up. Any and all content would be great, especially drum-cam and behind-the-scenes. You’re amazing!
Great to hear about the behind the scenes things that no one ever hears about, thank you so much for that. Stay strong enjoy your time and I hope you and the crew have a better 2022.
Love this vlog!! Love the whole story and background explained!!! Looking forward to watching more vlogs from you. Great content
Love the vlog! You look great! You know I'm subscribed! Miss you and glad to see you're doing well!
You´re doing just fine with this! All backstage related material is interesting! Keep up the good work and congrats to the gig!!!!
Thanks for sharing your story. You are so impressive as a drummer and fun to watch. You look like you are having the time of your life. You go Elia!!!
Totally enjoy watching you play! Great-full that you made it. Every Drummer’s Dream!
This was great, Elijah! Thanks.
Coolest drummer ever! Xoxo
Hello, I fell across your videos and was captured by your enthusiasm. I just watched your Vlog #1, well that was an extremily fast 15 minuts in the best way. I needed to witness someone’s success story and you delivered. I have been finding the same story of “getting it right!” Play like no body is listening and grab that 1% that will fill your life. Just a young at heart 65+ yr old kid with a guitar. Peace and Maximum Respect
Love the videos and now vlogs. Please keep them coming. Keep us updated. Also, can you add more gopros to your kit? You need at least 4.:)
Im very proud of you. I wish I could catch one of your shows. I've watched your videos so many times. I really enjoy watching all your energy.
Good stuff. Love the back stories and inside take. Be well. 🙂 ❤️ ❤️
Amazing, thanks for sharing this moment with us!
Awesome Drummer and performer, glad to see you back!!!!!
Great job, Elijah! I'm a somewhat newer fan, an old, retired jazz drummer from the 60's and 70's! Like your style and time and hope to hear more from such a talented young drummer!! Good luck in your future!!
So happy to see you making videos again. I love your drumming.
Thank you, very interesting perspective and insights. I'm looking forward to more vlogs.
YOUR 2 AND 4 AND 1 AND 3 IS SOOO IN THE POCKET, FIRST THING THAT BLEW ME AWAY WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS. I also play bass, guitars and pretty much everything. I have produced and recorded over 200 albums here in Newfoundland, with artists from all over the country. KEEP ROCKIN'
Absolutely brilliant! Love watching you play, your energy and fun always make me smile. Great hearing about how you got the gig, and it’d be good to see more back stage stuff.
You are so not rambling,. but more of an inspiration to so many. I hope most of us can learn from your experience, to not sit around and complain about meaningless things, (Just get it Done). Fantastic job and thank you for posting. i really enjoyed watching and am not even a drummer.😎👍🏼 Keep on rockin and God bless your journey.
Great stuff! Glad to see your excitement and how humble you are. You are great at this by the way and will inspire a large amount of people, especially girls, to follow their dreams. That is one of the main reasons you got where you are. Congratulations!
Absolutely awesome vlog! Keep telling us your journey. Always stay grounded - but know you've got this!
Very well done vlog, good length, clipchoice, cut and you are obviously a great storyteller! Be well, living your dream!
Your attitude during the tryout process was superb!! Very impressive. Musicians want to play with other cool musicians that are pleasant to be around. That’s obviously you. Love the video!
Thanks for sharing Elijah, your one of my favorite drummers. It was interesting to hear about your injurie and how you manage it. I have some leg and knee issue who give some limitations who have made me thinking if starting up again with drumming is a waste but i decided to go for it and are currently setting up a simple home studio for my drumming. Looking forward to more vlogs.
Thank you, Elia, for sharing. One of the things I really like is you playing the drums and having a great time doing it while sharing the experience with the audience. Way cool!
Great job Elijah, Very enjoyable and interesting to watch. Keep the vlogs coming. Well deserved success from a fellow drummer in Connecticut.
Elijah, brilliant vlog! As a drummer and Shania fan when i went to see her in Birmingham UK I was not expecting an amazing drummer. The first thing I did when I got home was found you. You are amazing and this vlog is brilliant.
I wonder if you could include more about your personal journey through life and potential challenges you have had along the way.
His Father is a Musician in Trans-Siberian Orchestra. He grew Up with music. It’s in his Family and his genes.
I've been a big huge Shania fan for a long time
I've been seeing your videos playing and have became huge fan of your playing your energy while you play is just amazing and yes please make more videos love the history and how you started very very awesome
Elia - this is an amazing vlog - a mentor journey story that is grounded, humble, real and from your heart!!! The opportunity that you have been given (and worked hard at) and never took it for granted and still don't!!! Your character and attitude shine through and this would most definitely resonate with Shania (E) as a woman to woman - supporting women but beyond this, a break that is few and far between especially for women - E saw right through that... to your heart and natural gifted talent (to further develop and build on) and that my dear is priceless in women leadership!!! You are amazing and play from a place deep in your soul - educating yourself on self-care as well and sharing this is so important for those who wish to follow or dream of one day playing in a band and tour of Shania's scale - Keep being you and sharing you cause this journey thus far from 19 to 25 is so inspiring for those aspiring!!! Well Done!!! Keep up the great work!!!
Merry christmas and a happy new year. I wish you, love, happyness, and a strong health in 2022. You are a wonderfull artist❤️🌹🌷
Your an awesome inspiration not just for drummers for all different walks of life... I myself found a drumming video of yours and have loved watching you perform... I love learning about different musicians and what makes them tick....
You can ramble as much as you want will all be listening. Much respect and thank you for sharing part of your journey.
You’re doing great and living the dream, love the videos, keep ‘em coming
Wow just wow! Can’t believe I’m just seeing this now! Can’t wait to see where you go next!! Please keep vlogging!
Love these feel good videos of success, much like ‘Don’t Stop Believing’. I have several dozen questions, but I’ll continue to check the videos.
Hi Elijah!! GREAT VIDEO!! please keep making these. I'm a drummer also and a huge fan of yours!! keep it up!!! your the greatest.
I got hooked from the "Blue Storm" piece . Great work , good job and HAVE FUN ! Cheers !
Glad to see a new video!! Please keep them coming!! Also, you are an inspiration in drumming and also with helping accepting myself and finally becoming who I’ve always wanted to be.
I love your drum cam videos and you deserve all the accolades you get👍
I loved this Elia!! Learned a lot n i loved hearing your point of views and get an insight to you n who you are!! Really cool!! Wonderful job too btw!! perfect vlog!! well done!!! 🙌👊👊👍🥁✌️