Alex Rudinger - STORM (Kaz Rodriguez)

If you'd like the drum transcription for the parts I wrote to this track, please click the link below! In addition to the transcription for this song, you'll also receive 100+ full drum transcriptions for songs by various artists that I've worked for (or covered) over the years. I basically compiled every drum transcription I've ever made (at least, the ones I could find!) & am selling them all as a unit for only $5.99.
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"STORM" is a track off of Kaz Rodriguez's latest album 'Synaesthesia, Vol. IV'. This is one of my favorite drum compositions that I've written as of late, so big ol' shoutout to Kaz for continually keeping me inspired & making me want to challenge myself. For whatever reason, his writing always brings out the best in me. If you haven't, check out some of Kaz' music (link below) - everything he writes has no drums, & is intended for drummers to download & use as interesting content to jam along with.
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Mixing duties were handled by GOOD-BUDDY / Super-sickest-of-guys / BUSINESS PARTNER / fellow Tama, Meinl, Evans, & Vic Firth Artist... the ONE & ONLY... LIVING LEGEND: Anup Sastry (yes, I know that was dramatic. But Anup is a REAL SICK GUY). Drums are 100% natural (aside from EQ & compression). For engineering, recording, & mixing inquires, please contact Anup using the email address below!
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This is also my first upload with my new Tama Starclassic Maple Kit. Specs are below!
Tama Starclassic Maple (in Satin Aztec Gold w/ Satin Black Hardware):
10x6.5
12x7
14x12
16x14
22x16
14x6.5 John Tempesta Signature Snare
Meinl Cymbal Setup (from left to right if sitting behind the kit):
18" Byzance Brilliant Medium Crash
14" Byzance Traditional Medium Hi-Hats
10" Byzance Brilliant Splash
19" Byzance Brilliant Medium/Thin Crash
10" Byzance Traditional Medium Mini Hi-Hats
21" Byzance Traditional Heavy Ride
18" Pure Alloy China
14"/16" Stack (Comprised of a 14" Pure Alloy Medium Hi-Hat Bottom & a 16" Byzance Vintage Trash Crash)
Evans Drumheads (did a bit of experimenting!):
Coated Heavyweight over Snare-side 300 on Snare
Coated EC2's over clear G1's on Toms
Coated UV1-EQ4 over Tama Logo Head (EQ4) on Kick
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As always, thank you for watching & stay tuned for more!

[@madfinnishgamer38]

This is officially some of the craziest shit I've seen in my lifetime.

[@AP02112]

Agreed, this man is astonishingly talented.

[@danielmikesell2104]

Check out Eric Moore

[@bebettoninja]

Probably the hardest song you ever played by Kaz! By the way... You naaaaaaaaaaaailed it!

[@IuryBenicio]

Rüdinger é um monstro beto kkkk ele é inspiração e objeto de estudos para todos os niveis

[@drumerboy456sx]

Fuuuucking A he did!!!! Daaamn

[@alexandermesiti]

More Kas Rodriguez tunes, please. He brings out the best in you.

[@MusaTariq25]

For real! Alex’s skill truly shines under Kaz’s tracks. I’ll always love the tech and metal stuff, but his drumming is much more than just that!

[@luanwmatos1]

I'm here again, 5 months after the first time that I watched this performance. I have to say: looks more incredible with each passing day.

[@Ryguypie17]

I legitimately can't believe someone actually wrote and played this. IT'S TOO PERFECT TO BE REAL

[@JETFILMCHANNEL]

I've been drumming for 26 years and that is some of the best drumming I've ever seen. Dude is a machine

[@neutronstar6]

this dude has gone from beyond sick to one of the greatest drummers to ever live....

[@AkzeyVEVO]

I just love your evolution from smashing complicated covers to write the craziest of drumplays and play them by yourself like it's nothing!

[@luanwmatos1]

What a beautiful song and performance! You rule Alex!!

[@loganhenshall1839]

HOLY BALLS!!!

[@markashray2087]

The second half got me going nuts!!!

[@themadone_3434]

I’ve been subscribed and watching your videos for a number of years now. I don’t remember if I’ve ever commented before or not, but I felt very compelled to comment now and say that you are a fantastic drummer. Your ambidextrous abilities never cease to amaze me. Thanks for sharing your talent with us and I look forward to many more videos. They are truly inspiring. \m/

[@nemesisproject399]

Wow! That is some kinda color on that kit!

[@TheBadThad]

I believe that was the most complex thing I've seen you do! BRAVO!

[@bl00ber99]

unbelievably good Alex, your hard work is deffinetly appreciated!!!

[@diehippie1]

Speechless...

[@caseygroves3046]

NAILED. IT.

[@saulmighty]

Impressive accuracy between hands and feet, interesting song, consistent hits, never getting dull...👌

[@bryanherrera5751]

Amazing as always. Great playing, but seriously, I’ve loved your kits throughout the years and this ones my favorite!!

[@mdterps1042]

Hahaha, thank you!! & HEK yeah dude, I love this SC Maple !!!

[@CesarLorenzon]

Cuando creí que no podías ser mejor, aparecés con este video. De todas tus canciones, creo que esta es la mas compleja que jamás he escuchado. Te felicito, jamás vi un baterista con tanto talento como tu.

[@renatoarthuraraujodejesus2581]

Maravilhoso ver a evolução do ser humano!! Inspirador.!!

[@geneticcanvasexotics9365]

Rudy!! You are a frikn mad man!! Insanely talented bruh!!

[@leroykramer2627]

Perfect as ever. Simply astounishing.

[@eyeinthesky6372]

I can't say enough good things about Alex. You won't find a better drummer.

[@marcusbrown87]

This is AWESOME

[@johnnyboy5004]

"I don't know why I do this to myself" :D

[@stevevorass]

That was insane!

[@recmydream]

Ooooth!! The final)))

[@Devikah]

Love it, Alex. Just absolutely love it. Thanks for this treat. ^_^

[@BurnTheNuance]

Hey it's you xD

[@Gustardust]

WOOOOOW!!!

[@danielreeves4171]

this is straight up wild

[@thequiethive]

Well done Rudi! What a great performance ! And all of this with this human approach/feelings. Thank you

[@KevinCorkran]

those stack patterns were insane!! they fit SUPER well. and the linear tom + alternating bass roll was NASTY. killed it!!!!

[@seanwins379]

Best drum video I’ve seen. They sound MASSIVE and unbelievably natural. Bravo 👏🏻

[@ericracine7472]

That was fire!

[@XZXZ142]

2:10 is that.. the old X Men theme?

[@mattbowden1981]

SchnitzelOnDefence OMG! It’s so close. Good call

[@djentmas867]

Can’t unhear it now! Omg man, my favorite theme song. I remember watching the VHS’ with my dad and at the end they would talk about the comic with the illustrators, Stan Lee, and Jack Kirby (sometimes if you were lucky).

[@kostazarikos3383]

Was just thinking that

[@graycenhunt486]

I thought that same thing!

[@Sim0nDrums]

So good

[@PedroDVC]

You're an amazing drummer. You have everything a drummer needs hehe

[@TaoGroovewitch]

Good gods...how you do that over 7's is just astounding! You rule!

[@roybenavidez6098]

Awesome drummer

[@alreadyfuktup672]

Kaz is brilliant. Alex is still the best...imo. Thanks for introducing me to this amazing drummer last year Alex. Keep the videos coming dude, always the greatest!

[@n-hot9377]

Awesome 🤘

[@caliokiegrownoklahoma4119]

Absolutely incredible!

[@jeremybonneau6892]

Amazing

[@Daniel-zh2fl]

Absolutely incredible

[@jaimiday7048]

Respect of the upmost jamming with the Kyrie gear on. I shouldn't have to say this now but kick ass drumming to slick.

[@TheMrbigturtle]

That stack is crispy

[@rodcssilveira]

This is NONSENSE! HOLY JESUS! Man, you're amazing, please, keep it up!

[@michaelkim5630]

1:44 is so god damn clean and played with so much finesse. Take notes, children.

[@8bitbuffet]

When Alex go's Whoo! That means that shit is tough to beat!

[@gualtercouto]

It's my favourite video from your catalogue! Man, you are fantastic, absolutely amazing skills, sound, performance! World class at least! Cheers Alex!

[@SJgunguy24]

Amazing, you never cease to amaze me with your talent.

[@Centttttt60]

3:35 waaaaaaaaaaaaaah 🙀🙀🙀 It is so incredibly hard to get these hand feet alternating singles clean at that tempo and you nailed it!!! 😍

[@wildanS]

I know right!? I beat myself over it cause it's SO simple and yet so hard to execute at higher speeds. For me mainly because of old patterns wired into my brain where I'm used to play R L on hands then K K with feet, but not being used alternating in between them.

[@Ryguypie17]

@@wildanS something that helped me learn how to do it was instead of trying to follow my right hand with my right foot, do right hand left foot, left hand right foot. In other words, after you hit with your hand, hit with the opposite foot. Start slow and try to slowly build up to faster speeds. The hardest part is becoming able to play it, but you'll get it for a few seconds after awhile, and then you just keep working on it. The crazy thing is that Alex plays his Right hand right foot left hand left foot, which is much harder to do imo

[@kazroddrums]

My guy!!🤘🏽

[@epiczeven6378]

Holy SHIT! Thank you for sharing these vids Alex, a true joy to see and hear!

[@cscrignaro]

Difficulty over 9000!

[@icemandl1486]

had to comment on this insanity! amazing job man!

[@kyleboggs1966]

That is a pretty drum set!

[@swervy_auold6441]

Love the Kyrie shirt

[@Audovic]

You continually prove yourself to be the best drummer i've ever seen. I am more impressed every time I watch a new video! Your practice and chops came through for you here big time dude.

[@MusaTariq25]

Been waiting to hear your new kit in action! Sounds amazing. Lovin’ the Evans heads :D

[@frozd58]

Awesome playing and very nice mix . The snare drum is perfect . Also , this finish of the new kit is stunning.

[@martinschackjensen1385]

NICE!!!

[@jimwinters3986]

Intense!

[@KardSore]

This snare!!! WTF? What a great sound. Congratz, man!

[@olivierouimet5686]

Soooo epic!!!! :D

[@mattbrown4207]

He speaks. Intense playing man.

[@superbenja25]

Dude this is amazing, i'm listening to this everyday

[@jrsmoots]

Love it! Snare sound is outstanding too!

[@Metzok]

Jesus Christ!! That was really impressive 😲

[@HHGdrums]

That SICK BRO!! Beautifully executed as always

[@queenofmu]

Amazing performance! Congratulations.

[@thoikhunjaoba7782]

Killer man

[@rattygonzalez1051]

Una obra de arte con brutalidad lml me encanta el sonido mas real y natural tambien

[@Menoetius.]

This man has no limits. The embodiment of limits come to him for advice.

[@reneedosreis8640]

The sound! I missed you dearly. Great! The favorite notification. I came to see you soon. I love this natural sound of box and battery. One of the cleanest soils you can pick up. Hugs! Sorry for the english kkkkk Using the translator.

[@toml4288]

This video made my brain hurt. Wow!

[@fabianobas]

everytime I watch your videos is like omg, omg, so awesome sound, you are the best dude !!!!!!

[@NabilKarsheh]

That drums looks so awesome

[@VitaE4Life]

I would absolutely love to see you and Chris Coleman jam this one out. Not a battle, just taking the tune to your separate practice sessions and then merging them.

[@carpantra]

That John Tempesta Snare sounds great!

[@gambj]

Dude, insane. Bravo

[@Shane-zo4mg]

I came here for 3:26

[@ND-iz6dd]

I came at 3:31

[@Ryguypie17]

I came here for the whole song and came at that part

[@Shyrest]

Show me better linears, I'll wait

[@King_Smoked_Meat]

This is getting saved to favorites. You were playing some seriously creative stuff! Inspiring!

[@SandbagBouldering]

Still miss the old mixes. Who ever did them previously was gold.

[@lukebogartmix]

Define "old"

[@mdterps1042]

Yeah I mean, everyone I've had mix my videos recently has mixed older ones too. The last upload I posted was mixed by Nolly (Stabwound), & he's mixed a ton of my stuff for years. So I'm not sure what ya mean by "old" mixes. But sorry if ya don't dig this one as much - wanted to go for a slightly more organic / less processed sound, & I think Anup killed it!

[@SandbagBouldering]

Alex Rüdinger don’t be sorry all creative choice. I am talking about animals as leaders times which has been a similar mix for a few years. Deep big toms etc. Just don’t like the drier less produced sound. But as say not a dig just a choice.

[@LeighDZ87]

Those toms 🤤

[@jdozer96]

bloody tremendous!

[@Petergainer24]

Alex as Usual destroyed the system 🤟🏿🤟🏿🤟🏿

[@zachedge9262]

Holy smokes!

[@AlexiefDelbes]

Nicely played man

[@antonslonkin]

Wow its perfect!!!

[@ND-iz6dd]

Amazing job alex! You killed this track! I also see you loving the EC2 heads! Everything sounds amazing.

[@JCMJustin]

This is unbelievable! Well played man!!

[@frokeasbuck2068]

Damn good sir.

[@MitchyTheKiller]

Gotta love a good 7 feel.

[@mdterps1042]

Yo furreal 😂

[@victorcortez5016]

Awesome dude, great technique. You never let down.

[@MadiUk77]

"ye but metal players have no dynamics" .... ye .. right .... this was mindblowing !

[@brandenbright457]

He plays very consistent. Every hit besides the ghost notes are the same force. There really isn't any dynamic but honestly I believe the power and consistency sounds better and a lot more energetic.

[@danielbh7378]

Grande Alex rudinger!🤘😎

[@pgF3RN]

I’m a drummer of 13 years but I came because that Kyrie Shirt caught my eye 😍

[@TheSergeant666]

this inspires me to be a better drummer