Drummers Who Compose | Part 4 Of 4
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- Опубликовано: 4 окт 2024
- This show dates back from June 29, 2012, it was part of LA Music Academy's 3rd Drummer Reality Camp. The loss of Neil Peart is devastating on two levels. First, of course, to the entire drumming community. As Jimmy Chamberlin recently commented, “A piece of Neil lives in nearly every contemporary drum part in rock- whether people realize it or not.”
Secondly, on a personal level. Before every tour Neil would block out a Drum Channel studio for a full month to practice before Rush rehearsals even started. One big lesson I definitely learned from Neil is always be prepared.
While he was at DC we would have lunch every day in my office and he would always want to know what other drummers might be coming in to visit or record. It was always amazing to me that he was just as excited to meet his drumming idols as they were to meet him.
There are so many great memories. I once bought a light at Restoration Hardware because I thought the wing screw design would be perfect for the Time Machine set- and Neil agreed.
When he liked something he would just light up. If he thought something was not quite right, he would never say he didn’t like it. He would just say, “Let’s try something different.”
Neil cared greatly about education for drummers and the importance of having a good private teacher. He almost quit drumming at one point but his teacher encouraged him to keep going.
There is a lot that we can learn from Neil as a person and a drummer. We will do our best to continue our mission... as he wanted it.
- Don Lombardi
Doane explains a very easy way to start composing and the importance of getting out of your comfort zone when practicing. Neil discusses practicing while hearing music in his head to play along with and how he thinks of drum parts as rhythm with words. Jim discusses the importance of being a good listener and the importance of playing other instruments and singing while you play. The discusion ends with words of wisdom that only come from “hanging out” witht the best drummers in the world.
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Neil was so damn humble....never acted once like the super star of this group interview which he clearly was.
the fact that these drumming icons are speaking about Phil Collins should remind us just how HUGE an influence and trailblazer Phil was. that aspect of his career continues to get overlooked.
Neil was a big fan of Genesis and their theatrical style of prog rock. Phil Collins gave early-Genesis its soul. He’s definitely a must-listen for any musician.
"You can't know too much, you can't feel too much, and you probably can't practice enough." -NP
practice too much that is :-P
We all lost Neil the drummer when he retired. I generally morn the man, the writer, the widower, and mostly for his surviving family, his daughter and band mates.
Boy the Professor really shines in this video- what a usage of literary lexicon to explain the passion of drumming & its intricacies
Neil is a SUPER genius. You’re favorite drummers favorite drummer. A Man’s man if you know what I mean.
I was devastated when I heard he had passed. He was such an inspiration to me and millions of others. I am thankful to Drum Channel for capturing his genius on film for future generations.
Love to hear Doane and Neil share their ideas. RIP Neil
I remember in the early 80’s a little work shop with two cool dudes making pedals, hardware? (and maybe drums?) in a small industrial unit in NP next to the place I would often get my VW Van repaired. They would graciously give me free drum sticks as I would peer into the small shop in wonder at their innovative creations. Pretty sure they turned out to be DW drums as it is known today. Grown organically through heart, sweat, skillful work, and a never ending child like stoke of inspiration. Sorry for the loss of your friend. You are so fortunate to be a part of Neil’s journey. Since Caress of Steel he captured my admiration. Thank you for sharing these and giving insight to what a kind human and remarkable humble talent Neil is. Appreciate it very much.
On a positive note off of Neil... What we listened to here was wisdom from three very solid sources... I will listen to this 4 part series again... And if I need to... again and again... I miss Neil yes, but I cant bring him back... There comes a time when the torches pass and we have to pick it up, and continue to pass it... This whole production/discussion is a complete gem! Thank you all for putting this forth!
I love all the studio players like keltner Jim Gordon Jeff porcaro Steve gadd Bernard purdie Russ kunkel Rick marotta!
I know these men enjoyed so much being able to talk shop with equally skilled percussionists and throw ideas to each other and maybe learn something new to bring to their craft. The students probably were on cloud 9.
This might very well be the best thing that exists on the internet. Thank you so much for sharing this with all of us.
It's great to listen to these great drummers sharing their insights on their craft. Good stuff. This video series will help to keep Mr. Peart's legacy alive. Thanks for posting it.
Love this. Watched the first 3 then couldn’t find #4. Thanks for this.
Nice to talk about some young drummers who compose. Pau from the warning comes to mind
be a sponge, a sponge is good
Excellent!!!!.
Neil is on another level technique wise compared to jim keltner! But I love both their playing! You can take something from both drummers and apply it to your playing styles!
I want to be a drummer just to be a part of that world
Suddenly, you were gone from all the lives you left your mark upon.
Little wonder they called him "The Professor".
Neil seems to talk a "tad bit above" the others, if ya know what I mean.
He was much more studied than the others. He was also very humble and gracious to share his expertise and practical knowledge. It’s good to hear and learn from a “professor” when you’re a student like the young audience was.
Absolutely! A geniuses genius!