That happened to me last summer. Auditioned for a group that had some really solid songs. The guitar player/singer tells me straight off "I am a drummer".......umm okay. He kept trying to one up me on drum trivia and gear selection. I passed on the gig because he was looking for a drummer that wasn't better than him. Mike is an incredible drummer. "Pressure and Time" is a killer drum groove song!
Early on, I was ready to play with just about anybody, anywhere.just to get out and get experience. I've sat in for "a couple" of songs that ended being several because the singer really liked what I was doing. I've finished the night for a drummer friend that decided to party hearty because he knew I could do the gig. Attitude is as much or more important than totally awesome technique. I'm more of a Ringo/Charlie type although I used to be more busy/heavy when I was younger.
Steve Goold is so great! I took lessons from him during the pandemic - he helped me prep for my audition for Berklee until he had to go on tour with Mat Kearney. He also taught me how to set an Ableton session for a professional show, which was great not just because the drummer often gets that job, but also because my band was getting ready to do a bunch of shows and we were going to use Ableton
We do them monthly with my online students. As well, jump over to the podcast channel linked in the description. This is the type of content I'll be putting up over there.
Really enjoy the RUclips version of the podcast….Big fun to listen to all the questions and answers. Found the Rival Sons back in 2018 great band and vibe….
Pantera Dude play fucking ac dc yo. Stay away pantera. Thats another level ur not on gear wise. Dave grohl completely fucked up 0laying rush rock roll hall fame his toy kit. Cqnnot be done. Its slop
It is all about the spice and flavor that a drummer can add to a band as a new comer, and when to add that spice and flavor :) I really dig Rival Sons music too, great band.
That happened to me last summer. Auditioned for a group that had some really solid songs. The guitar player/singer tells me straight off "I am a drummer".......umm okay. He kept trying to one up me on drum trivia and gear selection. I passed on the gig because he was looking for a drummer that wasn't better than him. Mike is an incredible drummer. "Pressure and Time" is a killer drum groove song!
Early on, I was ready to play with just about anybody, anywhere.just to get out and get experience. I've sat in for "a couple" of songs that ended being several because the singer really liked what I was doing. I've finished the night for a drummer friend that decided to party hearty because he knew I could do the gig. Attitude is as much or more important than totally awesome technique. I'm more of a Ringo/Charlie type although I used to be more busy/heavy when I was younger.
Could you comment on how you rehabbed after injury? Not discussed much - since I think we all fear the injuries and don’t want to talk about it
Which injury? I've had a lot of them over the years haha
Steve Goold is so great! I took lessons from him during the pandemic - he helped me prep for my audition for Berklee until he had to go on tour with Mat Kearney. He also taught me how to set an Ableton session for a professional show, which was great not just because the drummer often gets that job, but also because my band was getting ready to do a bunch of shows and we were going to use Ableton
Now this is where you'd get so much advice and wisdom from a great. Love the sense of interaction, would love to see more of events like this.
We do them monthly with my online students. As well, jump over to the podcast channel linked in the description. This is the type of content I'll be putting up over there.
@@StephenTaylorDrums Awesome. Love to see the anecdotes and conversation.
Hey thought I would just say that your videos are helping my process in drumming a lot, I really appreciate ALL of your videos!!❤
You made my day. Thank you for taking the time to say that.
Thank you Stephen, you are such an incredible resource! You are much appreciated.
Thank you my friend!
Really enjoy the RUclips version of the podcast….Big fun to listen to all the questions and answers. Found the Rival Sons back in 2018 great band and vibe….
Killer content guys,
great advice.
Keep it up!
Long time follower, thanks for everything you do!
Pantera Dude play fucking ac dc yo. Stay away pantera. Thats another level ur not on gear wise. Dave grohl completely fucked up 0laying rush rock roll hall fame his toy kit. Cqnnot be done. Its slop
Love that Ringo fill advice 😊 and this whole video, the most informative advice from everyone here, splendid stuff Stephen and Mike
I’m going to see the Rival Sons on the 7th of November in the Netherlands! 🤘🏼
Michael Miley is such an awesome drummer. Rival Sons is one of my favorite bands. Seeing them twice in a row next week!!
Set up that toy kit two cymbals. Yeah man lets rock that kit yeah
It is all about the spice and flavor that a drummer can add to a band as a new comer, and when to add that spice and flavor :) I really dig Rival Sons music too, great band.
This was cool hearing you guys chat and talk some drum. I enjoyed it.
That makes me feel better. I guess I’m not getting any gigs cause I’m just too damn good!
Great listen, thank you Stephen!
You’re one consonant away from my dad’s name.
Make music swing !
Facts 💯
The secret is the pre-gig potty run
Truth. And sometimes I still have trouble making it 100+ minutes
El Estepario Siberiano. He's someone almost every drummer could learn from.