This is the kind of stuff I wish kids would pay attention to... Superb, Steve! Thanks for this.

Cool. Thanks for the insight! ;) I used to hit really hard about 12 years ago, but between studying with Mangini and watching the Peart/Gruber stuff about playing off the drum and not through it, I have all but abandoned that. Certainly entertaining for the kids in audience, though! ;) Cheers! Best ...

Jesus, Dave. I don't think I have seen anyone hit that hard! How do you not destroy heads and cymbals? Like your playing a lot, but makes me wonder... Do you ACTUALLY hit as hard as it looks, or is it more of a showmanship stage kinda thing where it just LOOKS a certain way?

Thank you!

WTF did I just watch????

Well, if anyone is willing to share a downloaded version of this, please let me know in private!!

Good God, why can't they announce the new guy already and put this silly drama to rest? Way to kill excitement in your fanbase. I know many who don't even care anymore.

Thanks Christopher. Way cool of an experience. He will be missed. He had such amazing musicality to his playing. He had chops too, but would use them in such a catchy, musical way that you couldn't help but tap your foot to his rhythm! I am envious of you because you have had THAT guy as an instruct...

Christopher, care to share any memories/experiences?

Wow. Today is my birthday, which is supposed to be a great day, but what shitty news to wake up to as your birthday present - a favourite of yours passed away. RIP, Joe.