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[Concrete Bullet]

great drummer, in my opinion...

ever give Iris and/or W,D a shot for kicks? STILL have not seen any drummer play either well, and I've witnessed many attempts...I've got them semi-worked out (obviously Iris being the most challenging), but I cannot come close to playing either accurately, let alone well

Feel like i've done a decent version (but that only in my opinion), don't think W,D is that tough, just pure energy! Iris is much tougher, but if you use the extra Tom on the left side of the kit (for RH's), then life becomes easier. Either way, after finishing these two songs...i need a shower! So rock'n'roll!

[DrumSolo]

Feel like i've done a decent version (but that only in my opinion), don't think W,D is that tough, just pure energy! Iris is much tougher, but if you use the extra Tom on the left side of the kit (for RH's), then life becomes easier. Either way, after finishing these two songs...i need a shower! So rock'n'roll!

Yeah I'd say with Gracey the hardest thing is just working out which sticking combinations he's using- from there, as long as you have the chops (and the feel!), it's ok.

I've noticed he enjoys using the same variations of rhythms a lot, the same fills, stickings etc. but he applies some of them really well to a lot of songs, so that it takes a while before you notice the similarities and realise 'hey! W.D. and s**t towne are almost the same!!'

Like with any instrument, learning the licks of another musician can really help you appreciate how innovative they are and even further, how they might approach their songs technically.

Looking at their gear is fun too...(slinks back to thread topic)...

My 20inch Stagg Myra crash cracked last week so I took it back to the shop today to see if it's covered under warranty. Hopefully I get another one, I've had it for just 2 months!!

My ZBT hihats have also developed cracks so looks like I'll have to be getting some new ones soon too...in the meantime, using my old no name pearl hats that never dent, they just BEND with each hit!

Drumming is fairly expensive, ay...

[SC28FIRE]

I play the drums and have a few kits.

1. DW Collectors Series Maple wrapped in royal blue diamond. 10, 12, 14, 16 Toms, 22 bass, 14 snare. All DW hardware and pedals and Zildjian K Custom 14" hats, 22" ride, 8 & 10" splashes, 14" china and 12, 14, 16 crashes.

2. Ludwig Classic Maple wrapped in silver sparkle. 10, 12, 14 toms, 18 bass, 13 piccilo black beauty snare. All Dw hardware and pedals. Paste signature series 13" hats, 20" ride, 14 & 16" crashes.

As for playing Live songs, I can pretty much play anything. Ive been playing for about 15 years and have grown up on Live.

[DrumSolo]

I play the drums and have a few kits.

1. DW Collectors Series Maple wrapped in royal blue diamond. 10, 12, 14, 16 Toms, 22 bass, 14 snare. All DW hardware and pedals and Zildjian K Custom 14" hats, 22" ride, 8 & 10" splashes, 14" china and 12, 14, 16 crashes.

2. Ludwig Classic Maple wrapped in silver sparkle. 10, 12, 14 toms, 18 bass, 13 piccilo black beauty snare. All Dw hardware and pedals. Paste signature series 13" hats, 20" ride, 14 & 16" crashes.

As for playing Live songs, I can pretty much play anything. Ive been playing for about 15 years and have grown up on Live.

Cooool. What kind of DW hardware? Are you a hard-hitter? Does it hold up well or do you have problems with the booms/clamps slipping?

[SC28FIRE]

All 9000 series hardware, very heavy duty even when heavy hitting. A little pricey but well worth it in the long run especially when on the road.

[DrumSolo]

All 9000 series hardware, very heavy duty even when heavy hitting. A little pricey but well worth it in the long run especially when on the road.

Ah, awesome, thanks.