ModernDrummer Posted July 18, 2001 Share Posted July 18, 2001 Greetings To ALL! http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/biggrin.gif I guess I'm the Newbie on the block here. First time visiting this forum, being referred here from a fellow drummer and good friend. I've checked out some of the postings already, and there seems like a ton of great information here. Hopefully, I can learn a few things, and perhaps lend a hand to someone else with a few of my own experiences. For the record, 'cause it seems new folks always get hit with the same questions, perhaps I can jump ahead a bit, LOL. http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/wink.gif I live in Chicagoland area, U.S.A., I'm 44, I've been playing, off & on, approximately 30 years, most of that in live gigs. I took about a 15 year hiatus and just returned to drumming some months ago. Didn't even pick up a drumstick. It feels great to be back. Though I'm having to catch up on some things! And of course, brush up on the chops!! http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/smile.gif I'm currently with a band that plays a combination of progressive and hard rock. Some originals, some covers. We're in the early stages of recording and performing. So we've some real work ahead of us in the ensuing months. Though I've had drum kits from several different manufacturers over the years, I currently use Pearl's, with an array of cymbals from Sabian, Paiste, Zildjian and Wuhan. Oh, and O currently use 5B sticks. 'Cause for some reason, I get asked that a lot. I dunno, they fit my hand, LOL. I use a combination of Traditional, Matched, left handed Traditional and whatever the heck else I can figure out that'll enable me to hit the doggone drums and get the sound I want. I don't care, throw pencils at it! Whatever works, WORKS! Of course, in my own opinon. Wonderful to find the forum. I look forward to getting a chance to interact with some of you here. And hopefully, expand my horizons. ThanX A Million, J.B. Blank ModernDrummer@mtv.com If you always do what you've always done, you'll always have what you've always had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bb thomas Posted July 18, 2001 Share Posted July 18, 2001 MD great to see you! It's BB Thomas..Man! you are a great addition, glad you made the trip...Welcome! bb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray_dup6 Posted July 18, 2001 Share Posted July 18, 2001 J.B. I see it didn't take you long to get over here, huh? LOL I see quite a few familiar names already. I'm looking forward to the visits here. Ray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moo Posted July 18, 2001 Share Posted July 18, 2001 J.B. However much i try to run away from you you just keep popping up!!! Good to have you here! Moo!<>< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ModernDrummer Posted July 18, 2001 Author Share Posted July 18, 2001 Moo - You can run, but ya can't hide, baby! http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/biggrin.gif If you always do what you've always done, you'll always have what you've always had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mightydog Posted July 20, 2001 Share Posted July 20, 2001 Oh man! MD, you're everywhere!! I can't complain, but sometimes I still do... --Joe Walsh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elektro Posted July 20, 2001 Share Posted July 20, 2001 Hello. I was also forced to come here... hehe Elektro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrummerCafe Posted July 20, 2001 Share Posted July 20, 2001 Welcome to the Drum Talk forum. ------------------ Bart Elliott http://bartelliott.com Drummer Cafe - community drum & percussion forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ModernDrummer Posted July 20, 2001 Author Share Posted July 20, 2001 Hey Mightydog! And Hey Elektro! LOL, Elektro. I was coerced by Ray myself. LMAO! But that's O.K., we ALL need to keep an eye on Moo anyway. 'Cause you KNOW she's gonna misbehave if we don't watch her like a hawk! http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/biggrin.gif Thanks for the warm welcome. Bart. We all know each other from postings at other forums, notably the Evans and Remo boards. So we've all been online friends for some time now. I can tell you from personal experience that bb, Ray, Moo, Mightydog & Elektro that are also listed above in this thread are great additions to this or any other forum. Their level of knowledge and enthusiam seem boundless and always encourages me to try and work at a higher level. J.B. If you always do what you've always done, you'll always have what you've always had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian1642605905 Posted July 20, 2001 Share Posted July 20, 2001 I knew your handles sounded familiar!It is a bit more civilized over here...most of the time!LOL Welcome guys & gals! ian* ian* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mightydog Posted July 20, 2001 Share Posted July 20, 2001 Okay, ModernDrummer, the deal was that we pay you $50 everytime you say something like that about us? Wasn't that it? I can't complain, but sometimes I still do... --Joe Walsh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ModernDrummer Posted July 20, 2001 Author Share Posted July 20, 2001 Yeah, Mightydog. That was the deal. http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/wink.gif And Hey! I almost have enough now for that new custom drum set I want! http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/biggrin.gif If you always do what you've always done, you'll always have what you've always had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray_dup6 Posted July 24, 2001 Share Posted July 24, 2001 MD - Check is in the mail! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ModernDrummer Posted July 24, 2001 Author Share Posted July 24, 2001 Hey that's GREAT, Ray. Now I can start upgrading on my little 5 pc.+ kit. ThanX! http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/biggrin.gif If you always do what you've always done, you'll always have what you've always had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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