Honestly...it feels weird to me watching jazz exercise videos like this one (even if the exercises are great)...it doesn't swing...a consistent pulse and a great feel should always be the unconscious lesson, no matter how complicated the exercises are. I agree... I'm sure in the long run, something...

I never got the chance to experiment with different heads on them, but I would also try going with a plain clear ambassador on the bass drum. I'd suggest a coated ambassador on the kick... I use one on my Starclassic Birch 22x18 and I've never been happier with my kick sound... tuned wiiiide open w...

Well it looks like I'm going to see Kenny Garrett while I'm there!

.... well, besides the obvious stuff! :mrgreen: I'm heading into DC at the end of the month to attend this rally that Jon Stewart and Colbert are putting on. I'm staying near the airport but have a rental car so I've no problem driving around for some stuff. I plan on hitting up all the national stu...

...I should also mention that since I am playing rock, R&B, and basically dance stuff...I usually play with the butt-end in my left hand and rimshot the back beat. Gives added strength and ballsy pop that is really noticeable if someone else sits-in for a few tunes and plays without the rimshot...

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Gary really rocks it here! My trio is going to be playing this tune... Gary plays a great homage to Ginger Baker.

EDIT: der... why won't it post the video?

You know, I've always wondered why Virgil doesn't play two kicks... I mean, sure, he's allowed to prefer the feel of the double pedal, but still, you'd think that with his technique he'd really be able to utilize the two kick drums more than others. Maybe when he lands the Dream Theater gig? haha

Goodness.... I hope there's some sort of record coming out with this lineup! I bet it'll be sick!

Saw this one a few days ago... nothing but impressive...

Nicely done!