Youve seen the commercials for GoPro right? A surfer catches a huge wave…GoPro! Some crazy guy jumps off a cliff…GoPro! Swimming with a shark..GOPRO! Well, I dont do those things..EVER! Heres what I do..DRUM! Continue reading
When this man talks, you listen.
Heres a great clip of Buddy Rich discussing why he uses traditional grip and how drummers who use match are WRONG.
Motivation to learn traditional!
Don’t just play drums, play music.
Maybe I’m getting old. Maybe I’m just cranky.. But fancy drum fills and drummers who base their reputation on “look what I can do” make me sick.
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The trick, change shoes
Played two gigs with Luke Wade over the weekend. Wanna know the difference between those two gigs? My shoes. Bam, said it, secret is out!
Of course I want to play with fire!
If Kenny Walton ever calls you and offers to take your photo in or around fire..SAY YES!!
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The mile sigh club
Everyone has seen the videos or photos of the Beatles getting off a plane and being greeted by mobs of adoring fans. They cant help but wave and grin while they take in, what can only be described as a rockstar moment. This past weekend, I decided that much like the moon landing, the Beatles footage was staged. Continue reading
Is the Texas Music scene based in Fort Worth?
Normally, traveling and playing gigs means I drive in to town, play a gig, sleep..then drive again. There is not much time spent enjoying the town. My recent trip to Forth Worth allowed me to venture out and I’m so so glad I did! Continue reading
