konaboy
Pioneer Member
Was having a conversation with a talented drummer from the John Reuben band tonight when he finished playing. Was really impressed with his playing and versatility and the fact for a hip hop/r&b artist he plays mostly traditional (they were opening for Superchick) I commented to him on his style, feel and the fact he wasn't just bashing the crap out of the kit. We got to talking about heavy hitting and he made a comment that after more thought I think is true. There is a point where you hit so hard you actually start losing volume. As Superchick was playing I was focused on the drummer (surprise there) and he was absolutely wailing on the cymbals on a couple songs and honestly he lost the tone and to a degree the volume from the cymbals because he was hitting so hard. When he dialed the bashing back to what could be considered a regular/reasonable playing the cymbal's sound opened up and sounded nice.
Not to mention how much additional energy is expended by playing harder and the bigger chance of losing the beat because you are creating such a large space between hits.
Just something to think about and have discussion on.
Not to mention how much additional energy is expended by playing harder and the bigger chance of losing the beat because you are creating such a large space between hits.
Just something to think about and have discussion on.