Yes this is the show where the band decided not to sell merch due to high merch cuts. This causes the band to have to raise prices which ultimately comes out of your pocket. We dont play that game.
The techs and roadies are the unsung heroes of concerts. They gotta show up before everyone, set everything up, then are the last to leave after tearing it all down. I imagine it's an even longer day for headlining bands since their stuff goes up first and comes down last.
I don't know how feasible it would be for you to do, but I think a video where you talk to other people on the tour and have them share a little bit about what they do would be super interesting
Thank you for taking us with you!!! The videos were incredible!! As a drummer it's very interesting and addictive to see this other side, I felt like I was on tour with you!! Thank you very much indeed!! Greetings from Brazil! Sorry for the bad english...
Just now tuning into this channel. I played this venue three weeks ago, and it was def my favorite spot on the run. Green room was very cozy, hands were helpful and efficient, crowd loved the show. So sick
Hope you had fun in Minneapolis, my hometown! That venue is where Prince filmed the video “1999” video and Aerosmith filmed the video “I don’t want to miss a thing.”
These were some of the best vids to fall asleep to. And the rain just aided that fact even more so. Side note- I now only sound check my kit with in bloom since following you. ITS PERFECT. And nirvana.
If he ever does, the day Luke retires this kit for a new one is going to be such a sad time. Haha this kit is as popular as he is nowadays! Such an amazing kit! Matt thanks for all the videos you share with us! I look forward to these when they come out! 🔥🙌🤙
I watch every minute of every one. Fascinates this ol guy, even gave some of their music a listen. Love the drumming, naturally, but gotta say, not nuts about the rest, but I’m pushing 72. Old dog, new stuff not settling in well.
@@andrewzvara6102 Remember my mom saying (around '64-5) that she couldn't wait till all this rock'n roll and long hair was gone. Funny thing, my band was Dave Clark 5 and I'd catch her bee-boppin' to 'em. She'd have been 50-51 but old school country farm girl. Our house wasn't exceptionally large but she let my band practice whenever we wanted. Never complained once.
This show is the same thing over and over again. I dont know why i keep watching. Its addicting and comforting in some way. If you've ever toured, its like being back there.
I am so amazed at the budget a band has to have even at this level. The only reason I know of that band is bc of Luke and You Tube. How is there anything left at the end of day. Great videos but it's also a testament to how professional you are that the band lets you do these. Plus you know what you're doing so that helps. Merry Christmas. 🤘
I'm not into any vlogs and things like that, but I look foward to your videos, so relaxing, informative and fun. I used to play drums for a couple of years, but never wanted to go pro as musician, tech or anything like that, just for fun, but I still enjoy watching some drum content here and there, and your content is just great.
Fascinating, thanks for sharing. All work, no glory for the crew, although, the Loews is a 5-star hotel, so this band is providing high-level accommodations for their crew, much respect.
You just cannot beat DW in the hardware world, at least in my opinion. I have a 9000 rack and love it to death, everything is so easy to setup and tear down, and all DW components fit together like Lego bricks. Their drums are amazing to me as well, have a Collector’s copper snare 5.5x14, best snare I’ve ever played. I love watching all these videos Matt, keep up the great work!
Just found your videos and I am obsessed! So cool to see all the behind the scenes footage. Plus your inside knowledge of drums is awesome. Also, I’m start to finish crew candidate, I hope 😃 Keep em coming bro! Cheers from the south coast of England 🤘🏼
Thanks Matt, this has been a great watch. Used to be a drummer setting up my own stuff. Would have loved to have such great support. Cheers from Germany!
"The Lakers" was to reflect the Minnesota state nickname, “Land of 10,000 Lakes". Sucks on that massive merch cut. Armory is one of my favorite venues in Minneapolis.
I've seen a few shows at this venue now. My first show here was Slayer on the first leg of their final world tour. Amazing show that night. Thanks for these videos. Really cool to see what happens BTS of a tour. Also, I've watched several of your videos now and I always watch to the end. 🤘
Love your videos. Always watch 'till the end. I carry my own drums, so i use the lightest, sturdiest hardware available, and that's the Yamaha 710 series. Hi-hat stand and cymbal stand. I play mostly very heavy cast snares, so I use a DW5000 snare stand.
I’ve already rewatched a few of these videos, the whole process is just so good to watch through. Can’t wait to see what new stuff will you give to us next year!
Thanks for taking the time to edit your vids and show the world. I'm glad FIR as a band and specifically Luke let's you do these vids. Stay good MuthaFkr
I've been parking underneath this building in their heated garage for years during the week (my job is a block away). I've never actually seen inside this place before. There's a door seen @35:46 where you scan a pass using that flashing red light to access the parking garage. In MPLS, a heated indoor parking garage is a godsend.
Love your videos, I find them very therapeutic and they make me want to get out the drums right after I watch. I don't know if it was part of your intention, but due to the CC, it forces me to give undivided attention, I cant be doing other things while watch your vids like I normally do! Funny, I saw FIR at The Armory in San Francisco in 2018 with TDWP, ADTR, and Papa Roach. That building is even cooler looking, it looks like a castle in the middle of San Francisco. Too bad they stopped doing shows there, it was fun.
G'day from Australia, hope to see more video's in the new year have learnt a lot especially with the way you pack everything . All the best for Christmas and a safe new year .
Hey can you make a video about touring etiquete? Like what to do and what not, and maybe explain some more terms for teching like "upstage" and so one. Love the videos, keep it up.😄
Been a bit, but I saw Gentle Giant open for Black Sabbath's Iron Man tour in 1971ish possibly 1972. Have not see this venue since, great memories. thanks
dude i love your videos, i really like the behind the scenes look at set up, i play in a band and do studio and production work and these are so cool to watch. love to see every ones secret to a quick and consistent set ups. i play electronic drums and use all dw 9000 hardware, except kick pedals pearl demons all the way lol. keep up awesome inspiring work yo
Love all your videos man! Always so entertaining. I’m an educated Event Technician so I love watching these kinds of videos. I’ve also always admire drum techs and their work. Greetings from Greenland! 🇬🇱🇬🇱🇬🇱
Hey cheers for the fun vids bro. As people say, they are very relaxing. As for hardware, apart from Hi Hat, Pearl Flatbase all the way. If flatbase does not work, you can reverse the legs. Brilliant. Double braced is such a con, single does the trick every time and is SO LIGHT.
DW hardware is the move! I’ve had mine for over 10 years and no issues. Durable? Obviously! Heavy? Yes. But I’ll take that over buying new hardware every couple of years.
Hey Matt ! I I'm really enjoying your channel a lot. Could You make a video showing your E.D.C and your personal equipment that you take on tour? Tools, flashlights and other trinkets that we love to see? Greetings from BRAZIL!
By the way, my favorite unique thing about The Armory as a venue is that there are literally ~20+ bartenders, with bars that line the entire length of the venue on both sides. it's extremely convenient!
Just discovered your channel today! Very cool video! Looks like a very interesting way of life! Just subscribed. I was just watching some boxing on TV the other night from the Armory. Cheers from California 🍻🎄
I always love these videos, I'm a lighting tech from the UK and its really cool to see the US side of things and a different job on tour. I noticed there weren't many (if any) local hands helping on the load in, why was that?
Always watch all of the videos and they are great! Peter Criss famously said "When KISS started out, I had to lug my drums on and off the subway by myself. I always said that if we ever made it big, and I had a guy to set up my drums for me, I would kiss his ass!" Having opened for a few big names with our band, and having one of their drum techs set my Ludwig's up, I know exactly how he felt. Thanks, guys, for taking care of this dumbass, and being so damn good at what you. I'll never forget you. M
Great video as always. As for hardware I'm team Gibraltar, affordable, sturdy and reliable. For the kick, I'm really light on muffling, just a rag touching lightly both heads and LOW tuning, ATW.
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Yes this is the show where the band decided not to sell merch due to high merch cuts. This causes the band to have to raise prices which ultimately comes out of your pocket. We dont play that game.
Fuck any merch cut that goes above 5%!
@@_-TCfuck merch cuts in general. The venue is already getting cuts from ticket sales, parking, and alcohol
Sorry if that question sounds dumb. But what does "merch cuts" mean? Does the venue require you to pay for selling merch? (Greetings from germany)
@@TinoSchulz1990 it’s where the venue takes a percentage of the bands merchandise sales for the night for allowing them to sell at the venue
That's just too crazy. 😀But good response to then not sell any merch at that show at all@@aaronfisher7159
The techs and roadies are the unsung heroes of concerts. They gotta show up before everyone, set everything up, then are the last to leave after tearing it all down.
I imagine it's an even longer day for headlining bands since their stuff goes up first and comes down last.
The Armory -Home of the original Minneapolis Lakers NBA team.
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I don't know how feasible it would be for you to do, but I think a video where you talk to other people on the tour and have them share a little bit about what they do would be super interesting
Honestly a sit-down with Luke would be sick 🤙
He’s definitely not very personable
Thank you for taking us with you!!!
The videos were incredible!! As a drummer it's very interesting and addictive to see this other side, I felt like I was on tour with you!! Thank you very much indeed!!
Greetings from Brazil!
Sorry for the bad english...
Uhuuu Brazil lol
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Dude your English is fine. 🤘🏻
Just now tuning into this channel. I played this venue three weeks ago, and it was def my favorite spot on the run. Green room was very cozy, hands were helpful and efficient, crowd loved the show. So sick
Matt what you do is hard work...thanks for sharing with all of us
Hope you had fun in Minneapolis, my hometown! That venue is where Prince filmed the video “1999” video and Aerosmith filmed the video “I don’t want to miss a thing.”
Shout out to the Armory, a fucking sick venue. Big as hell, like 100 bartenders, and no real bad spot anywhere in the building for sightlines.
That might be true if the floor was graded. If you're short like me, the Armory is god awful. Sound is pretty decent though.
W for Dan. Thank you Matt for taking us on the journey as a drum tech! Road crew❤
These were some of the best vids to fall asleep to. And the rain just aided that fact even more so. Side note- I now only sound check my kit with in bloom since following you. ITS PERFECT. And nirvana.
If he ever does, the day Luke retires this kit for a new one is going to be such a sad time. Haha this kit is as popular as he is nowadays! Such an amazing kit! Matt thanks for all the videos you share with us! I look forward to these when they come out! 🔥🙌🤙
I watch every minute of every one.
Fascinates this ol guy, even gave some of their music a listen.
Love the drumming, naturally, but gotta say, not nuts about the rest, but I’m pushing 72.
Old dog, new stuff not settling in well.
I really appreciate that you gave it a shot. Too many people are afraid to try new music
@@andrewzvara6102 Remember my mom saying (around '64-5) that she couldn't wait till all this rock'n roll and long hair was gone. Funny thing, my band was Dave Clark 5 and I'd catch her bee-boppin' to 'em. She'd have been 50-51 but old school country farm girl. Our house wasn't exceptionally large but she let my band practice whenever we wanted. Never complained once.
This show is the same thing over and over again. I dont know why i keep watching. Its addicting and comforting in some way. If you've ever toured, its like being back there.
The "Lakers" being there makes since when you consider one of the states nicknames is "Land of 10,000 Lakes". Even though it's more around 11,000. ;)
We use to park inside the armory there was broken windows everywhere and holes in the roof. It's crazy how nice they made it
I am so amazed at the budget a band has to have even at this level. The only reason I know of that band is bc of Luke and You Tube. How is there anything left at the end of day. Great videos but it's also a testament to how professional you are that the band lets you do these. Plus you know what you're doing so that helps. Merry Christmas. 🤘
what band is it?
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I can’t wait to see what you have in store for 2024! Thanks for making these great vids!!
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I'm not into any vlogs and things like that, but I look foward to your videos, so relaxing, informative and fun. I used to play drums for a couple of years, but never wanted to go pro as musician, tech or anything like that, just for fun, but I still enjoy watching some drum content here and there, and your content is just great.
Fascinating, thanks for sharing. All work, no glory for the crew, although, the Loews is a 5-star hotel, so this band is providing high-level accommodations for their crew, much respect.
That was a cool venue. Watched to the end as usual. Have a good holiday, looking forward to next year
Was a great winter here, so you guys got lucky. Could have been -20 with snow. Thx for the video, Matt! 😊
From beginning to end! From setting up to tearing down! I love watching your videos!!
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GO FOR SHOW... so exciting!! The atmosphere becomes electric
I used to work as local crew here until Covid hit and this makes me miss it🥲 Hope things run smoothly and you guys have a good show!
Cool videos, thanks for sharing. Shout out to all the working drummers who can't afford a tech.
Great to see a video from my hometown! I have been to a few shows at the Armory. Interesting to see it from this perspective.
This was really cool to see, and not a perspective I had thought much about before. Next show I'm at, I certainly will! Very cool!
I'm a Tama guy man, out and out. Absolutely love their hardware and drums!
Made to the end as always. Keep the videos coming! Helps me get through my desk job day after day!
You just cannot beat DW in the hardware world, at least in my opinion. I have a 9000 rack and love it to death, everything is so easy to setup and tear down, and all DW components fit together like Lego bricks. Their drums are amazing to me as well, have a Collector’s copper snare 5.5x14, best snare I’ve ever played. I love watching all these videos Matt, keep up the great work!
Just found your videos and I am obsessed! So cool to see all the behind the scenes footage. Plus your inside knowledge of drums is awesome. Also, I’m start to finish crew candidate, I hope 😃 Keep em coming bro! Cheers from the south coast of England 🤘🏼
It's wild seeing a POV of a venue I have worked in myself! Thanks!
Thanks Matt, this has been a great watch. Used to be a drummer setting up my own stuff. Would have loved to have such great support.
Cheers from Germany!
"The Lakers" was to reflect the Minnesota state nickname, “Land of 10,000 Lakes". Sucks on that massive merch cut. Armory is one of my favorite venues in Minneapolis.
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I heard about this show FIR decided no to sell merch here because the venue would take a cut
I've seen a few shows at this venue now. My first show here was Slayer on the first leg of their final world tour. Amazing show that night.
Thanks for these videos. Really cool to see what happens BTS of a tour.
Also, I've watched several of your videos now and I always watch to the end. 🤘
Great to see the "behind the scenes", so interesting, thank you so much !! :)
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anyone mention stages used to be slanted, way way way back when???..... so thats why front is down and back is upstage. THANK YOU Matt!
Loved seeing John in this video. He's good people for sure
Lmao the sigh at the beginning of the stairs to pull up the skb case.. I feel that sigh in my soul every time too I have to do that too hahahahahaha
Love your videos. Always watch 'till the end. I carry my own drums, so i use the lightest, sturdiest hardware available, and that's the Yamaha 710 series. Hi-hat stand and cymbal stand. I play mostly very heavy cast snares, so I use a DW5000 snare stand.
Hell ya Matt. Love it! Very informative!!😊
Man! I have been watching your videos for 2 full days, studying and correcting my Drum Tech skills.
Congrats Kirk on single handing the Kelly SHU lol. Hope you guys have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
I’ve already rewatched a few of these videos, the whole process is just so good to watch through. Can’t wait to see what new stuff will you give to us next year!
Thanks for taking the time to edit your vids and show the world. I'm glad FIR as a band and specifically Luke let's you do these vids.
Stay good MuthaFkr
Thanks for taking us with you on the last show of the tour!!
I thoroughly enjoy watching these videos man, I've went back and got caught up. Cant wait for the next one! Merry Christmas 🎄and Happy New Years! 🎆
I've been parking underneath this building in their heated garage for years during the week (my job is a block away). I've never actually seen inside this place before.
There's a door seen @35:46 where you scan a pass using that flashing red light to access the parking garage. In MPLS, a heated indoor parking garage is a godsend.
Love your videos, I find them very therapeutic and they make me want to get out the drums right after I watch. I don't know if it was part of your intention, but due to the CC, it forces me to give undivided attention, I cant be doing other things while watch your vids like I normally do!
Funny, I saw FIR at The Armory in San Francisco in 2018 with TDWP, ADTR, and Papa Roach. That building is even cooler looking, it looks like a castle in the middle of San Francisco. Too bad they stopped doing shows there, it was fun.
Such a cool venue and man, that is one beautiful kit 👍🏻👍🏻
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G'day from Australia, hope to see more video's in the new year have learnt a lot especially with the way you pack everything . All the best for Christmas and a safe new year .
Love your vids man!, keep going
Hey can you make a video about touring etiquete? Like what to do and what not, and maybe explain some more terms for teching like "upstage" and so one.
Love the videos, keep it up.😄
Been a bit, but I saw Gentle Giant open for Black Sabbath's Iron Man tour in 1971ish possibly 1972. Have not see this venue since, great memories. thanks
W for Dan! Love your videos dude! Keep it up. Find it fascinating!
The thing with the hardware is so damn true! I go for Tama hardware. Simple but strong and lot of variety. Such nice videos! Keep it up :)
New to here and I’m loving the videos! Thanks for letting me see all the work involved!!!
Since I watch your videos, I have the feeling I'm on RUclips every time I set my drums up !
dude i love your videos, i really like the behind the scenes look at set up, i play in a band and do studio and production work and these are so cool to watch. love to see every ones secret to a quick and consistent set ups. i play electronic drums and use all dw 9000 hardware, except kick pedals pearl demons all the way lol. keep up awesome inspiring work yo
Love your videos!!! See you in Evansville,IN in a few weeks!
Love all your videos man! Always so entertaining. I’m an educated Event Technician so I love watching these kinds of videos. I’ve also always admire drum techs and their work. Greetings from Greenland! 🇬🇱🇬🇱🇬🇱
Came here to see Alice in Chains awhile back loved that show, also props to you for making sure stuff sounds good when the show starts
Thanks for the video! Amazing! Happy holidays🥂
don't know the band, but I'm from Minneapolis and just watched a show at the Armory! Fun video!
Amazing drum technique, greetings from Bolivia. Incredible!!!
Ohhhhh stairs and practice kit combo, I know it all too well 😂 great video as always bro!
Hey cheers for the fun vids bro. As people say, they are very relaxing. As for hardware, apart from Hi Hat, Pearl Flatbase all the way. If flatbase does not work, you can reverse the legs. Brilliant. Double braced is such a con, single does the trick every time and is SO LIGHT.
Youve quickly become one of my favourite channels, this stuff is damn cool to watch. Happy holidays!
Happy holidays to you too! Thanks for watching!
i really like your videos matt and your are one of my biggest inspirations!
Thanks dude! Glad you like the video!
The CC at 0:39 completly agree with ya I love those video so much id take any roadie video anyday 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Fun fact:
The Dallas Stars hockey team originated as the Minnesota North Stars.
Love the Wild pun @ 17:01 😁🙌🏻
DW hardware is the move! I’ve had mine for over 10 years and no issues. Durable? Obviously! Heavy? Yes. But I’ll take that over buying new hardware every couple of years.
That drum solo was great!
I LOVE these vids !!!
Real & spot on !!!
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I'm really enjoying your channel a lot. Could You make a video showing your E.D.C and your personal equipment that you take on tour? Tools, flashlights and other trinkets that we love to see? Greetings from BRAZIL!
Another awesome video. My man loves him some salad. Sad to see the tour end. Get some well deserved rest. See you next tour brother.
By the way, my favorite unique thing about The Armory as a venue is that there are literally ~20+ bartenders, with bars that line the entire length of the venue on both sides. it's extremely convenient!
Another awesome video! These are the best!!!!
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Just discovered your channel today! Very cool video! Looks like a very interesting way of life! Just subscribed. I was just watching some boxing on TV the other night from the Armory. Cheers from California 🍻🎄
Your videos are always top notch Matt! Keep 'em coming bro!
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Matt!!!
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Another great video Matt, Thank You 👍👍
I always love these videos, I'm a lighting tech from the UK and its really cool to see the US side of things and a different job on tour.
I noticed there weren't many (if any) local hands helping on the load in, why was that?
Always watch all of the videos and they are great! Peter Criss famously said "When KISS started out, I had to lug my drums on and off the subway by myself. I always said that if we ever made it big, and I had a guy to set up my drums for me, I would kiss his ass!" Having opened for a few big names with our band, and having one of their drum techs set my Ludwig's up, I know exactly how he felt. Thanks, guys, for taking care of this dumbass, and being so damn good at what you. I'll never forget you. M
Ahh the lovely sound of rain and birbs. As always Matt, keep up the awesome work, love the videos! Also you are a glutten for Salad XD
Great video as always. As for hardware I'm team Gibraltar, affordable, sturdy and reliable.
For the kick, I'm really light on muffling, just a rag touching lightly both heads and LOW tuning, ATW.
Matt, just felt the pain with that pull rod on the high hat stand 😢 love your vids mate, been looking forward to the next one, well… this one 😂
Cool! Can’t wait for more plaisant videos ! Take care
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J'adore tes vidéos merci beaucoup de nous les partager Joyeux Noël à toi aussi 😉
🤘🎅🤘Merry Christmas Matt!
Uh oh 👀😂 excited for your vids!
excelente video...muchas gracias por compartir tus experiencias...algo nuevo se aprende con tus videos....feliz navidad y mucho trabajo y mucha salud para este 2024....un fuerte abrazo desde Veracruz,Mexico...
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Love your videos dude! 🤟🏼