10 Pros & Cons Of Being A Touring Drummer | Drum Beats Online

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@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
What do you think would be your biggest pros & cons of touring?? Let me know below!
@jessysuresh8913
@jessysuresh8913 6 жыл бұрын
Drum Beats Online touring
@GSA_Drums
@GSA_Drums 6 жыл бұрын
Other People Breaking your stuff Or them Being unprepaired. Great vids dude :)
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Haha that’s definitely one to look out for!
@provy011
@provy011 6 жыл бұрын
Drum Beats Online definitely trying to find a place to poop and shower (especially with long hair) were the worst but did end up making some of the funniest and most memorable moments. Van rides were tough especially in the pre mobile internet days but meeting new bands and getting their CDs got you from City to city. The best was definitely networking. Meeting people and talking music with folks you'd never meet in normal life was amazing.
@christopherjobe2260
@christopherjobe2260 6 жыл бұрын
Past band con : bass player blowing $400 band money on coke the 4th day on tour Current band con. Better gear, More members, more gear = better gear that you worked hard to upgrade to getting beat up without your consent either while piled up in the trailer or oops from the careless stage hands Past band pro: traveled to more states had more time to have fun between shows Current band pro: plays 2-3 shows a week and actually makes enough money to maintain gear and even eat regularly 👏🏼 If you’re reading this and you dream of the day of touring with your band, and actually like your band I encourage you not to. “Never meet your idols” It’s not glorious, you will probably hate your bandmates the first week in. Stuff will definitely go wrong✅
@thomyyyyyy
@thomyyyyyy 6 жыл бұрын
The amount of work you’ve put into this video really pays off, its really great
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Dude this is one of my favorite comments ever. Thank you!
@jeremywarf8784
@jeremywarf8784 6 жыл бұрын
I've been playing for 16 years now and I've never been able to find a stable group of musicians. That's a con on it's own.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Definitely, I’ve been there that’s for sure.
@jeremywarf8784
@jeremywarf8784 6 жыл бұрын
Well if you ever feel froggy, feel free to send some people my way haha. Play dominantly metal music.
@Shredfiddle
@Shredfiddle 6 жыл бұрын
Stable metal musicians? Lol
@zacdrake
@zacdrake 6 жыл бұрын
I have played in many bands and DAMMIT, musicians are a quirky bunch!! It's hard AF to find 3 or 4 that A: can get along, B: Are on the same page musically, C: Are close to the same talent level, D: have schedules that can accomodate regular practice times, E: Don't have head swelling egos, F: Don't have GF's or spouses that are intent on causing problems!! G: So many other issues!! Feel free to add to this list!!
@nicknottelling6636
@nicknottelling6636 5 жыл бұрын
Same here man! I may have luck on a guitarist though 🤘🏻
@JeffRandallDrumming
@JeffRandallDrumming 6 жыл бұрын
Love it dude! I’ve experienced many of the same things. It’s the down time that kills me on the road. Staying busy with something productive day to day when I’m not working has been key. Seeing new places is my favorite part. Stay well!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude!! Haha I try to stay productive on the down time as much as possible, but the distractions make it difficult!
@jakekennedydrums7868
@jakekennedydrums7868 6 жыл бұрын
At this point in my life, all I want to do is play music for people everywhere. Anything else on top of that is a bonus:). One day I’ll be out on the road!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
That’s the mentality of a successful musician right there!
@rhythmrealhigh3250
@rhythmrealhigh3250 6 жыл бұрын
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@JeremyLeech
@JeremyLeech 6 жыл бұрын
You and me both man!
@GoodAttitudesServices
@GoodAttitudesServices 6 жыл бұрын
When I toured Europe with my band it was in a station wagon . So we had to load all the gear on the racks on top of car and strap the drums on top every night. And after show we sometimes had to drag all the gear upstairs to someone's apartment and then drag it all downstairs the next morning . And most of the time we slept sitting up in the station wagon . Or when it was cold we slept under the car . Or on a park bench. No showers and no laundry . It was rough and I felt and looked like I was homeless. But that was when I was young . I couldn't take that ruggedness now in my 50s,. But all and all it was a life changing experience .
@zacdrake
@zacdrake 6 жыл бұрын
As a former touring musician/drummer ( back in the 70's) the biggest con was definitely the downtime! We spent an average of 10 hrs a day on the road driving to the next gig. There were no computers, iPads, video games, cell phones or even TV on the bus. So listening to music, the lost art of handwriting letters, chatting with the group and sleeping was about all there was to do! We did meet lots of people but 90% of the time, we were back on the bus right after the show and headed to the next gig. No real time to develop relationships, hence the letter writing! Pros were playing to the large crowds, seeing the country(mostly out of the bus window at 70 MPH), honing the show to perfection and feeling somewhat like a "star" It was far from perfect, but created priceless memories and some lifelong friendships. Oh, yeah, CON: Denny's and Truck stop food!
@OneMansLoss
@OneMansLoss 6 жыл бұрын
When you're a drummer, everything is drums. Proof: 3:47 - the shadow of your weight is a cymbal on a stand.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Haha heck yes
@LemonRumor
@LemonRumor 6 жыл бұрын
I'm going on my first tour as a drummer in two weeks and loved this video!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome Ryan! Good luck dude!
@Blaver
@Blaver 6 жыл бұрын
How did it go?
@joelmccoy1989
@joelmccoy1989 6 жыл бұрын
I totally feel you on the being stuck in not so great places. I did an out of town gig with a tribute band once in a small town in Nebraska. There was absolutely nothing for miles AND no phone signal. (This was before smartphones) so I couldn't even call or text friends back home. I was stuck there for 2 days.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah, happens all the time.
@Eric-ro8bw
@Eric-ro8bw 6 жыл бұрын
If you’re not a touring drummer this video is called “20 pros about being on tour.” 😬
@LoadingSet7
@LoadingSet7 6 жыл бұрын
HHAHAHAHA I KNOW RIGHT!! Fuuuuck I wanna tourrr
@jedidrummerjake
@jedidrummerjake 6 жыл бұрын
I did too and gotta say; You gotta LOVE LIVING out of a suitcase. We toured our asses off for the simple reason we could and didn't care what happened the next year. Success is like a hollow tree. I'm lucky enough to teach percussion now as my career. Never the less, its the best job in the world. If you're young, go for it. Just have a back up plan.
@bhaveshsolanki6485
@bhaveshsolanki6485 6 жыл бұрын
This is brilliant to watch especially for guys like me who can only dream to go on tour would have loved to experience this!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you liked it!
@tommyestrada2986
@tommyestrada2986 6 жыл бұрын
When band mates replace your IPA with Coor's light. When the house sound tech is constantly hitting on you (and you're not gay). When the bus driver is tired (drunk/high) and now you have to drive while everyone else sleeps.
@verryondrums
@verryondrums 6 жыл бұрын
I went to a concert yesterday and told my friend who went with me "I would love to know how it feels to be a tourdrummer, playing everyday, having a crowd that loves what you are doing, sleeping in the nightliner, traveling...". So this video popped up and gave me a short introduction to it. I still want to go on tour one day =D! Thanks for that :)! Really good video!
@vincentm614
@vincentm614 5 жыл бұрын
This video really applies to any musician actually as Im a bass player and learned from it. Im much older than you and at this stage in my life Id probably not enjoy sleeping in bunk beds and smelling sweat after a gig. But for a young strong guy this seems perfect.
@drumteacher43
@drumteacher43 6 жыл бұрын
I spent a lot of time on the road! It’s a lot harder than people think it’s not all fame and glory! Having a good roadie is everything!! Nothing better than not having to haul, set up and tear down and haul all your gear! Being away from family is really tough! I really miss my wife/ kids on the road! Also bandmates can be really annoying or really awesome! Annoying being higher! Lol! Gigs are fun travel is exhausting! Fans are fun too, but often they don’t understand how much work tours are!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
I’m totally with you!
@Rockin_Ross
@Rockin_Ross 4 жыл бұрын
You’re spot on with all of these! Touring with guys you don’t want to kill after 3 shows is always a gift!
@modernpilot233
@modernpilot233 5 жыл бұрын
Toured back in the 90's and loved every damned minute!! We always booked venues that provided either a hotel or other housing. We stopped for laundry twice a week. If we were travelling and between hotels, most larger truck stops have surprisingly clean shower facilities. Our rules were simple; no drugs, bathe everyday, be a team, eat good food, and have a damned good time. It was the best time of my life!!
@johngavin1448
@johngavin1448 6 жыл бұрын
Bro you deserve way more than 100K subs. This video is SICK!! Bless up
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind words John! Feel free to spread the word 🤟
@JohnPaulsEuropa
@JohnPaulsEuropa 6 жыл бұрын
The biggest pro was seeing and meeting so many talented bands and musicians; it was humbling and very inspiring at the same time. Con was no budget with little pay, and equipment sponsorship wasn't in the cards for the indie market. This was late 80's early 90's no cell phones, no Googling it, pre-internet......no tour bus, no planes just a Ford van, a lot of gas stations and you better know how to work on a V-8 and change tires. Timing is everything.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
That makes a lot of sense!
@skullkid112
@skullkid112 6 жыл бұрын
That boxing ring set looked pretty sick my guy.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Haha yeah that was a fun tour for sure!
@jantonions
@jantonions 6 жыл бұрын
Pro: Networking Con: Sometimes I wish I had the oportunity to play these shows with that crap punk band I had made by friends who really liked the same stuff as I do and that would love to play, party and tour with me (maybe that's why it never got that far), instead of some other people that have different hobbies and tastes. Sometimes I find myself having better connections with the other bands' members than with mine
@williewhite7037
@williewhite7037 6 жыл бұрын
This is my last 1 because I know you are replying to so many people, but you are giving me info that I have always wondered about every since I was a little boy. I'm 55 years old now so i go all the way back to the 70s during years of the big band era and every since I was a little boy and I still do to this day love watching drummers who have really mastered this thing, like yourself perform. For me, that is the ultimate entertainment. Me myself, I'm a decent drummer but I could never come close to what you guys do. There is nothing like the sound you get from the drum kit at a professional setting. I always thought that when you are touring that you didn't have to use your own kit. I thought the production company or who ever is sponsoring the tour would pay for those things, shows you how much I know. I've always notice that it's seem like the drum equipment y'all seem use was the best equipment, for example, I never seen a drummer with any cracked cymbals or using thin cheap cymbals stands at a concert. But I have witnessed this in the some clubs or even at some churches. I know that can be expensive. I think this is my last one. Thank you so much for this extremely interesting topic. It was very enlightening. Thanks again and keep em coming.
@kai9339
@kai9339 5 жыл бұрын
My dream is to Tour and drum and make music for people, you and iprevail inspire me!! Keep up the good work Gabe!! Your lessons “to be a rock drummer” are going great so far!!
@troytree123
@troytree123 6 жыл бұрын
Pro: u get super good, in the pocket with energy and u become a great listener. Ur playing reaches an entire level above when u started. Con: most venues did not have great monitors and sound guys can careless if your opening for the main act to accommodate. However, this Did not keep me from having fun and playing my best. This gives u another tool to take with u or makes u an experienced drummer. This made me a solid drummer. Every note I played was heard and in time. Great Video!
@calebhenson9481
@calebhenson9481 4 жыл бұрын
This has been a dream of mine. Lord willing. Knowing the pros and cons is going to help me. But I want this to be my MAIN career. That can pay the bills, put food on the table for me, the family, and retire off of. Excellent video. Appreciate the tips!
@unknown8332
@unknown8332 6 жыл бұрын
This video was super sick bro! It's always exciting seeing people like you live out my (and every other drummer out there) dream. Obviously the best part has to be PLAYING DRUMS EVERY SINGLE DAY ❤
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Haha heck yea Steven! I hope this helps all of you guys fulfill your dreams as well!
@jameskirkbydrums
@jameskirkbydrums 6 жыл бұрын
when im on tour (short-med run), i take a rucksack/backpack with me that contains the following: wet wipes, dry shampoo, anti-persp deo, fragrance, hairbrush, detangling brush (for knotted hair), and frebreze/fabric spray to get my clothes smelling hlf decent if i can get to a washer. longer tours i buy clothing every few stops, and buy wash stuff on the road, its easier and cheaper. and if you're sharing space in van, dib in for an air-freshener, its always a good lil thing. and occasionally a rim block for the toilet just so it smells a bit better.
@willdavid6697
@willdavid6697 6 жыл бұрын
Great video! Great footage and useful tips! Pro- varied nightly cuisine from 4 corners of the globe! Con- varied nightly cuisine from 4 corners of the globe and the bathroom rule.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Haha I feel you on that!
@jubenofthedawn4469
@jubenofthedawn4469 6 жыл бұрын
It is my dream ever since i play drums, im a fan from yours all the way from philippines and i listen to i prevail also. I wish i can experience touring in many places and experience what you've experience.
@chrisw9292
@chrisw9292 6 жыл бұрын
Instantly heard iprevail, and see that you’re a touring drummer for them, instant like. 👏🏼
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah!
@chrisw9292
@chrisw9292 6 жыл бұрын
Drum Beats Online I met them and saw them live last year in Knoxville, really really cool guys. Keep living your dream man! 👏🏼👌🏼
@kennyzail6224
@kennyzail6224 6 жыл бұрын
Very good video and info. I learned - you need to get along with your "team mates" and after a while it can get very boring between gigs. You start to look for anything to do during the day.
@CamronRobb
@CamronRobb 6 жыл бұрын
I'm currently on tour right now and I agree with every one of these. The hardest part to me is Burn out is a big thing when the people you are touring with aren't your best friends. I love the people I your with, but it just makes burnout a big more rough when it hits. I also think that bonding is escalated more when you are on tour. You get so many opportunities to see so many cool things in places and cities you have never been to before! I couldn't give up touring for anything in the world haha. One thing for me that you did not mention is that touring and school gets tough. Being in college can make things a little hectic on the road. Since my band is through my university, they do what they can to schedule shows around my time, but boy oh boy it's rough sometimes
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Totally! I can relate to a lot of those feelings! Yeah man, being in school while touring would be tough for sure! Keep up the great work buddy!
@kevincarey1453
@kevincarey1453 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this. The bathroom stuff is a BIG DEAL (for some of us).
@PabloTrick
@PabloTrick Жыл бұрын
The worst part about touring for me was always the time in between. You are right about the no transportation thing, sometimes you get stuck somewhere and just have to wait hours before the show. It is an amazing experience though and I hope everyone gets a chance to do it someday!
@ljdunsmore1
@ljdunsmore1 6 жыл бұрын
I'd say you really hit it on the head on this video. Those were most of the things I have experienced too. Besides the drinking and lack of sleep is say you hit all the important things
@CHOPON2002
@CHOPON2002 6 жыл бұрын
Honestly this taught me alot. This is really gonna help me when one day i start a band and start touring! Thank you Drum Beats!!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
I’m SO happy to hear that! That’s exactly why I made this video!
@thewolf6675
@thewolf6675 6 жыл бұрын
Man id say that depending on if you’re actually in a band or a hired gun can affect a lot out on the he road too. If your tour Mgr uses master tour then try and research the cities on the schedule. Nowadays you can use social media to link up with fans if you don’t have a runner at the venue. Great vid man and see y’all on warped tour
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
You are totally right!
@inalavalamp
@inalavalamp 6 жыл бұрын
I imagine that along with hygiene, health habits are a big key. Sometimes restless nights, or stuck in places that don't have good food options can drain you really fast. I've done small weekend touring gigs with my bands, 3-4 shows, and I can only imagine doing 15+ can really start to wear on you if you don't keep up with good sleep, being active, and eating right.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
You are spot on!
@mackbolzano3901
@mackbolzano3901 6 жыл бұрын
Had time of my life and some bad times also while touring. Great upload, very truthful!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
So glad you liked it!
@LukeDatema
@LukeDatema 6 жыл бұрын
Cool video, dude. I’ve always wondered what it’s like to be out on the road. Hopefully I’ll experience it someday soon!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
You got this Luke!
@markhealey3660
@markhealey3660 6 жыл бұрын
Loved the Vince Guaraldi song near the end.
@sunlit2590
@sunlit2590 6 жыл бұрын
Baby wipes!!! Bring them for sure. Best tip I ever got!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@jimmyrayne5425
@jimmyrayne5425 6 жыл бұрын
I was a touring guitarist for almost 10 years lol the best part is definitely seeing new faces and new places the worst part is definitely the six month stretches on the road and then taking like two weeks off then going back out because after a while even when come home you still feel like your alone lol it’s fun out on the road I’m not gonna lie but after awhile the loneliness sets in and that’s the worst feeling ever
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
I totally hear you!
@drummerjoey003
@drummerjoey003 4 жыл бұрын
I have never been in a band long enough to tour, haha. I play at home in my drum room and make drum covers. I played in a few bands, but mostly fell through after a few months, also played in a few churches.
@BiRDiEHere
@BiRDiEHere 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information man. I have never been on tour as a drummer but I have been on tour before and I can relate with just normal non drumming touring, but In being a touring drummer, thanks for the info. Now I will know in the future :)
@JakeInBeastMode
@JakeInBeastMode 6 жыл бұрын
bro i love i prevail. i’ve been watching you for months now and had no idea you were their drummer. that’s crazy
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Haha that’s awesome dude! Yeah I’ve been with them for a year and a half!
@dmanjr3146
@dmanjr3146 6 жыл бұрын
Man Gab you make my day every time I see your vids I don't tour but it's nice to know the pros and cons
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
I’m so happy to hear that Donald! Thanks for the kind words 🙏
@mikestein1024
@mikestein1024 6 жыл бұрын
Getting sic on the road really sucked , I still showed up every gig but getting the flu 600 miles away from home really sucks
@RoeShamBoe
@RoeShamBoe 6 жыл бұрын
home - can't wait to tour / touring - can't wait to get home
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Definitely!
@LivingArtExoticsCAN
@LivingArtExoticsCAN 6 жыл бұрын
Haha, wish I could be touring in a bus that glamorous ;) van life isn’t always super comfortable.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Keep up the hard work Mike!
@CumulusSkies
@CumulusSkies 6 жыл бұрын
Nice video! Hey, I noticed you banging the edge of your crash at 8:39 - this may be contributing to your cracked/broken cymbals. Just a thought. Cheers!
@sebar4123
@sebar4123 6 жыл бұрын
CumulusSkies I noticed the same thing
@mcinty12
@mcinty12 5 жыл бұрын
2:55 Hey! David Cola !
@williewhite7037
@williewhite7037 6 жыл бұрын
That was very interesting. I've always wondered what it was like to be on a major tour. Thank you.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome!
@OfficialCaltura
@OfficialCaltura 6 жыл бұрын
4 days without a day out was already exhausting as hell. My biggest respect to all the bands touring weeks or months.
@H2MOVIEMAKERS
@H2MOVIEMAKERS 6 жыл бұрын
No moongel needed on the snare! Sounds so epic! What snare were you using on tour?
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It’s a 14x6.5 Ludwig supraphonic.
@H2MOVIEMAKERS
@H2MOVIEMAKERS 6 жыл бұрын
Duuude, I need to get one now :p
@idkhow
@idkhow 5 жыл бұрын
my dream is to play in front of people that all feel connected together from my music.. i play a large range of instruments but i hope to be a bassist & vocalist
@icadrums
@icadrums 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for sharing! :)
@puckrocker854
@puckrocker854 6 жыл бұрын
Interesting video and a good outline of what it's like to tour on a big tour with nice established venues. I'd like to add a con: getting your gear you've paid thousands of dollars for our of the venue quickly mid set when you find out the illegal show you're playing is being shut down by the cops.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Haha dang, that's definitely a con!
@ImSueeb
@ImSueeb 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. The video really helped me. I am wanting to be an Instagram drummer and hopefully end up where you're at! I have no social media and I have my reasons why, but I would totally get them back for drumming!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome Connor! I’m so glad you are connecting with this. I’m going to be dedicating an entire portion of my website to help drummers become better online/gigging/pro drummers. I’m sure they will help you a ton!
@ImSueeb
@ImSueeb 6 жыл бұрын
And this is one of the many reasons you are the man my friend!
@Shankabottomus
@Shankabottomus 6 жыл бұрын
WTF is an Instagram drummer?
@mattmarkus4868
@mattmarkus4868 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah, WTF is an Instagram drummer? I *really* can't wait to hear this ... ;)
@rij2392
@rij2392 6 жыл бұрын
that wondering around random alley looked very natural gabe,you got acting skills too .lol
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Haha yesss!!
@williewhite7037
@williewhite7037 6 жыл бұрын
I said last one. I guess I unintentionally lied. But I also thought that you guys never had to worry about carrying or even setting up your own kit. It seemed like the roadies would handle that. I've even seen situations where other people would even handle the tuning. Question....is it as fun as it looks while on stage? I am a true amateur and I only play friends that I grew up with. If I get too off into it and start to enjoy it to the point where I'm almost dancing to my own beat, than you can expect an error is right around the corner. But if I get to concentrating too hard, then most the time I'm error free, but I don't enjoy it as much. Man..it must be really nice to be able to do both at the same time. I can't thank you enough for covering one of my most entertaining thing to do and watch.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Willie, honestly it totally depends on the night. Often times It's a blast, other times you could be walking on stage after having a horrible day and you have to fake it a bit. But yeah I totally hear you, sometimes I'm able to live in the moment and other times I'm analyzing everything that I'm doing.
@williewhite7037
@williewhite7037 6 жыл бұрын
Drum Beats Online Thank you very much.
@leocarrion4063
@leocarrion4063 6 жыл бұрын
Really glad to know that given that I dream of going on tour with a famous band, so really useful content dude 👌🏻(sorry for the mistakes, I’m a French subscriber) I’d like to know if you will play with I Prevail in France one day 😁
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
So glad you liked it! Hopefully we will, I’d love to go to France!
@addleanmuscle
@addleanmuscle 6 жыл бұрын
I agree 100%.
@NRV.MediaLLC
@NRV.MediaLLC 5 жыл бұрын
When touring over seas, how do you travel with your drums if you are flying commercial?
@kevingoren
@kevingoren 6 жыл бұрын
This video is very very well said. Love this so much!!! Hope you're doing well Gabe!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
That means a lot coming from you dude!
@andrewmiller8284
@andrewmiller8284 6 жыл бұрын
Went on a tour of Canada for 14 days with people who didn't care much for me. It was depressing and draining. Hoping for better experiences soon!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Aw man what a bummer! I hope it goes better next time!
@charlesvaught3730
@charlesvaught3730 6 жыл бұрын
And I sign up where??? Road ready...Gig ready!!!
@scoopytheclown
@scoopytheclown 6 жыл бұрын
Nice Video....I would suggest Home Depot bags (double up) and extra rolls of toilet paper/wipes if you got to take a BM... and if your traveling in a van and not a bus, bring a pee jug, you can always "mark your territory" by throwing it out at various stops along the way (insert laughter here)...Also, LYSOL for all shoes coming back in the van or bus, club bugs are no fun in cramped quarters.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Haha well there you go!
@I_TheCreator
@I_TheCreator 6 жыл бұрын
I spend large amounts of time with my wife.. She's still pushing for me to live the dream though so let the good times roll.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah dude!
@isayahjohnsman9254
@isayahjohnsman9254 6 жыл бұрын
Love the beartooth opening
@mpk6664
@mpk6664 6 жыл бұрын
It's I, Prevail
@guglielmomarcantonitaddei4706
@guglielmomarcantonitaddei4706 6 жыл бұрын
Sick bro, tour life is a dream in my opinion
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
It can be a lot of fun that's for sure!
@thomasking5025
@thomasking5025 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah def baby wipes, used many fast food / gas station sinks for showers, keep it up bro. Touring ip to NY, to Tennessee this summer
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
You know the drill Thomas! Have fun on tour!
@DrummerGrrrl
@DrummerGrrrl 6 жыл бұрын
You know, you would crack less cymbals if you didn't have most of them set on the level, but angled a bit. I know it looks cool to have them all level but cymbals aren't made to be played like that. Hi-hats, of course are a little different but you still shouldn't hit the edges directly with your sticks.
@mikestein1024
@mikestein1024 6 жыл бұрын
DrummerGrrrl yes I can totally agree man somebody showed me that and I haven't broken a cymbal in years was gonna suggest it
@peaniewilpnips1629
@peaniewilpnips1629 5 жыл бұрын
Buddy Rich would have disagreed with you. Cymbal stands for his kits didn't even have cymbal tilters. You might say Buddy was very level headed.
@djmersman5723
@djmersman5723 6 жыл бұрын
I love I prevail. Didn't realize you were their drummer. Great job by the way!!!!!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Yup! I’ve been with them for about a year and a half!
@koushikadak9799
@koushikadak9799 6 жыл бұрын
thanks for this video ........ i really want to see this from you.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@cosmin.corceanu
@cosmin.corceanu 6 жыл бұрын
2:54 I see some David Cola and Gabe cuddlin' out there
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Always!!
@liamfernandez1457
@liamfernandez1457 6 жыл бұрын
I leave for a two week tour this weekend. Cool video Gabe!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Good luck Liam!!
@ptown175
@ptown175 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Gabe! Great vid. Caught your show in Bay Area, Ca... It was awesome. What kind of ear plugs are you using?? I drum everyday and have been using the orange foam disposables. Recommendations? Later!...
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Neil! That’s awesome! Generally I just use old in ear monitors like the Shure 215’s. But anything will do the trick. You can always try out the silicone reusable ones as well.
@bradybushong7331
@bradybushong7331 6 жыл бұрын
Great video man, It was pretty Eye opening. I think the greatest con would be tearing down and setting up all the time and the biggest pro would just be getting to travel. I do have a question though, when you perform in another country do you have to ship your drums or do you just somehow put them on the plane?
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Brady! I normally bring my snare and cymbals with me on the plane and then rent a drum kit in whatever country I’m in.
@ScarletSun
@ScarletSun 5 жыл бұрын
3:14 i mean, if you get distracted playing Rocket League, it's much more not bc you're distracted, it's a MUST!
@versatilethearcane
@versatilethearcane 6 жыл бұрын
That is one of my favorite Christmas songs btw
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
It’s a classic!
@shatteredstiks7392
@shatteredstiks7392 Жыл бұрын
I would just use a water hose or some sort of wipes to clean. Probably better to use a fertilizer portable pump with a water hose nozzle on the end to bathe.
@danerichardson9769
@danerichardson9769 6 жыл бұрын
I want to know how you get into playing on the road and touring
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Lessons like that will be on the website soon!
@dandwyer3919
@dandwyer3919 4 жыл бұрын
Unless you are in a band, how do you break into a band that is touring regularly?
@hilmasofta8757
@hilmasofta8757 6 жыл бұрын
You are awesome i love your job. I am also a musician from greece and this summer i am going to play in russia. Do you believe that h girl can live as a tour musician?
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
That’s so awesome! I absolutely do!
@cbusdrummer2011
@cbusdrummer2011 6 жыл бұрын
The hardest parts for me were 1) the down time. So much down time. And 2) the transition of coming home. Your home life and friends are still going on as normal. When you are gone for long stretches of time they move on without you. For me it was always hard getting back in to that circle again. Especially when everyone knows you have to leave again in a few weeks. I often feel like nothing is concrete.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@danieljohn8852
@danieljohn8852 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Man, What do you think about Matt McGuire
@Ollie0llie
@Ollie0llie 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Gabe. I want to learn how to play the drums, but I don't know where to start. any tips?
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Yes! Check out my lesson course "Ultimate Beginner Drum Lessons" it's perfect for people just like you!
@bigblueamusementproductions
@bigblueamusementproductions 6 жыл бұрын
Probably the biggest pro would be since I'm a teenage boy would be getting to play in front of other teens and even better, teenage girls so they can see how awesome I am at drums (I'm single). The con would be keeping enough money to be able to pay for meals while on tour.
@huejass9130
@huejass9130 6 жыл бұрын
Hawaiian Coasters 325 damn bro ur horny
@almerkev
@almerkev 6 жыл бұрын
is that Byzance medium crash 20" that got cracked?? i just wanna buy it but after seeing this video, i thinking twice to buy that crash about durability, give me some advice
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
Yup that’s the cymbal! Honestly, it’s a pretty durable cymbal. On the road I’ve broken many different brands and durability types. 20” medium crash is a great choice, before I started touring a lot that same cymbal lasted me 6 years. I’d say go for it! Get the warranty if you are worried about it.
@almerkev
@almerkev 6 жыл бұрын
Drum Beats Online So $399 it's worth it to buy that medium crash? I'm a drummer of rock and metal band and wanna going tour. Thanks for the info and advice man, keep drumming, success man! #teammeinl lol
@NickSadkov
@NickSadkov 6 жыл бұрын
Great, man! Thank you very much for interesting video!
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome!
@TeslaNick2
@TeslaNick2 6 жыл бұрын
Best things about touring: bonding with people, only having a very specific set of responsibilities and everything else being taken care of, travelling all over the world and getting paid well to do something you love. Worst things: people that snore, it can get tired very quickly and you realise you've still got three months to go. For me it was always about the team, the people I was working with. (I've only toured as the video guy on the technical crew, not as a musician).
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
This is very well said! Totally agree!
@DrummerGrrrl
@DrummerGrrrl 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent video!
@blake3485
@blake3485 6 жыл бұрын
How often do your cymbals crack?
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
On tour? I’ll normally go through about 2-3 on a long tour. I pretty much never break them at home though.
@mikestein1024
@mikestein1024 6 жыл бұрын
Drum Beats Online just angle them down man and that problem is permanently solved !!!
@vascofrancisco9903
@vascofrancisco9903 6 жыл бұрын
I think the worst would be losing myself. The best would be knowing new people.
@rickbiessman6084
@rickbiessman6084 6 жыл бұрын
You better lose yourself in the music. Kidding! What’s your experience of being in danger of letting that happen?
@radelarosa97
@radelarosa97 6 жыл бұрын
I don’t mean no disrespect if it is disrespectful, but I was wondering if you can go over finances to see if you can live a comfortable life after touring and etc. idk if I made sense hopefully I did
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
No offense taken! I’ll see how I can incorporate that into a video in the future.
@kubushbhalla7503
@kubushbhalla7503 6 жыл бұрын
Which band do u play in.?
@tonyreilly1112
@tonyreilly1112 5 жыл бұрын
travelling oh god ! i hate it , i have been a full time touring session drummer for 30 years this year and the main con is the travelling it drives me nuts , the biggest pro is when you can get to the stage where you are playing because your getting paid to do something you like how many people in the world get paid to do what you love its the ultimate job satisfaction ,a crowd going home happy , i enjoyed your video
@jayshizzle2323
@jayshizzle2323 6 жыл бұрын
Gotta invest in a portable camp shower. Pop it up like a tent in any parking lot. Refill the bladder wherever there's water (like a public restroom). Throw it in the storage under the bus when you're done. Life saver for sure.
@DrumBeatsOnline
@DrumBeatsOnline 6 жыл бұрын
I've seen those! Definitely pretty cool.
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