KURT BALLOU's Five Ways To Be A Better Band | Metal Injection

In conjunction with MetalSucks and Converse Rubber Tracks, acclaimed producer Kurt Ballou (Converge) gives us his "Five Ways To Be A Better Band".
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[@yungmu7804]

"I recommend not dying" thanks, will take that to the next rehearsal.

[@rvega8038]

next rehearsal? take it to the next level

[@danielwareking]

I love how this guy writes and produces the most unhinged, maniacal music and yet he's so laid back and well-spoken.

[@AJbassist]

you can say the same from ben of Dillinger . ben said once , i can be chill because all my anger handed in my guitar

[@iggysixx]

I'd argue that is exactly why he's laid back ;) From my own experience, making loud, aggressive music is the ideal way to be the most peaceful version of yourself. In the practise room, on stage, through the music, you're able to VENT all of your frustrations. Same goes for people in the pit. It's a release valve

[@shellacSOUP58]

I love Kurt, one of my all-time favorite guitarists, and at this point he's like hardcore Santa

[@Neel-ff4mn]

ShellacSoup IT'S THE LOOP DIGGA!

[@o.binwheelie9733]

lmao every time i see u anywhere the replies are almost always quas references no matter what you say

[@mattvdh]

Don't ask what your scene can do for you, ask what you can do for your scene!

[@BeneathTheMike]

"Five Ways To Can Be A Better Band"

[@lukerogers151]

The title of this video really annoys me, haha.

[@brandontadday6288]

Hahahahaha! I never noticed that till now.

[@ElMoShApPiNeSs]

Holy shit they still haven't changed it.

[@georgesgubeanu9677]

it's really annoying,too

[@JockoJonson17]

My band used these 5 way to can be a better band.

[@godstomper]

The best thing to do is dont take yourself so seriously. I've met in over 26 years many musicians and bands and the people who made the biggest impact on me were the ones who just took it easy and didnt make themselves think they are rockstars.

[@devonpenner7177]

This is huuuuuuuuuge. Dramatic or more serious theatrics are great on stage, but they should be left there. If you're 'in character' so to speak off the stage, it's easy to see that as campy or just... easy to dismiss I guess. Everyone loves chill people lol

[@godstomper]

@@devonpenner7177 people let their egos blow up

[@duhlike]

Dr. Dre of metal

[@danielxdoom3642]

+duhlike Except still credible, and still knows what good music sounds like.

[@winterfrost99]

And hardcore, let's not forget about Cave In's debut!!

[@zackcoffmanguitar]

Naw that title belongs to Scott burns

[@danielxdoom3642]

ZACK COFFMAN Tho

[@deathandcupcakes]

metalcore

[@N3ukenInD3K3uken]

" I recommend not dying" some deep shit >.

[@iggysixx]

I'd like to add: Egos are not the same as 'strong opinions'. Key is to listen to everyone's input. Also, even if you think something (namely an idea for a song or song part) is a bad idea, pay respect by trying it, playing it the best as you can, and record it, so you can 'come back to it later'. Gives everyone time to let the idea sink in (since they can listen during the week), it doesn't kill the input vibe, and gives everyone a chance to formulate why they do or don't like it, or perhaps generate some new ideas with the same vibe that fit the song better. (It's good to remember that not everyone can put their musical ideas into words as well as the other band members) Also, for creative purposes, it can help to show off examples... "Like this break in this Terror song"... Stuff like that. It can help communicate why a certain part is needed or wanted, what the appeal of such a part would be... In other words, it could help articulate the 'vision' someone has in their head

[@damiloification]

I feel like the last tip is directed to The Dillinger Escape Plan hahaha

[@adriansteele5679]

When's that new Converge record though Kurt? U can't hide the truth from us forever U beardy legend

[@robc6022]

You have been gifted Jane Live by the gods.

[@Neel-ff4mn]

Your question's been answered.

[@zackcoffmanguitar]

Make sure everyone can play to a metronome

[@lettucerules]

no

[@robc6022]

Studios usually use a click track.

[@lettucerules]

but sometimes they use guitar guide..even some mainstream artists never use the metronome especially jazz musicians. Even dillinger escape plan dont use metronome for most of their parts. It all goes back to preferences. and to me, flaw is art. so what the heck.

[@finsgar101]

they may not record with a metronome but i GURANTEE that dillinger escape plan and ALL great jazz musicians, can and HAVE played with metronomes.

[@ConnorMinihane]

The fact that this dude has his hands all over the mixing process of The Dillinger Escape Plan's 'Dissociation' is too wonderful to not address on every KZbin video Kurt is in.

[@robc6022]

That gets all the ladies moist.

[@RustinChole]

Did he? Never noticed that in the liner notes. Thanks.

[@lysergicthesaurus9457]

I never liked escape plan just can’t get into them

[@angelrgdrums]

He doesnt

[@Signal_in_the_noise]

@@lysergicthesaurus9457 talented dudes. I used to love them way in the early days. I could never get into their generic singing type melodies but when they are full throttle they absolutely rip. Check out Ire Works and The EP they did with Mike Patton

[@KingNed]

There are no Toucans in this video. I am displeased.

[@ElMoShApPiNeSs]

"I recommend not dying"

[@_Information_]

I heard - "Hi, this is Kurt Ballou and this is 5 ways to be a better man"

[@Neel-ff4mn]

#4 also applies to looking for colleges. If you're desperate to get into Harvard, try looking at smaller or lower levels colleges, because being a big fish in a little pond means so much more on job applications than being a small fish in a big pond.

[@christopherhoffman5810]

‘So I recommend not dying’ classic haha

[@robc6022]

I love this dude.

[@YodaZemunski]

Kurt is the man.

[@thathandleistakentrythisone]

"I recommend not dying"... Wise words indeed.

[@ColloidalWarrior]

I like how the last piece of advice is not to die, cheers Kurt.

[@cloud_3nv]

I can't stress how important it is to be a humble musician, an ego in a group will make you so hard to work with. Just because people compliment your band/playing and think your great doesn't mean you can get away with acting like a biggest drummer rockstar when all you do is gallop. (this was my ex drummer)

[@devonpenner7177]

I had the same experience in my last band that crashed and burned - mainly because of the diva lead singer/guitarist. Jam room nazi, glory hound. Egomaniac, it was a shame.

[@boulz666]

what a great guy

[@justinneely1692]

I like it...

[@itookallthenames]

He should be on radio-or do meditation records.

[@Stratking01]

When Kurt speaks, I listen

[@benproleter3746]

That’s a bunch of really good advices, young bands should pay attention to the man, that’s experience talking

[@RiptornThrasher]

most informative thing for me was hearing him pronounce his name: now I know its BA- LOO

[@Konqer]

+Riptorn Thrashers and you thought how it's pronounced?

[@RiptornThrasher]

+Konqer I always read it and thought "bah-low" like itd rhyme with fallow.

[@duncan004]

What are the songs that bookend this video, I know the first one is dying fetus but the other two?

[@mondoraptor]

thanks kurt yyyyyyouuu are thhhhhhhhe fuuuuuuckn dduuuuude! bro one love

[@ultrahero2115]

What's the song that starts around 8 seconds into the video?

[@mattsonrobbins281]

being the biggest band on a smaller label >>>> being the smallest band on a big label

[@YodaZemunski]

What is the song at 6:10?

[@rodigo1]

smart dude.

[@disastermidi1990]

"I recommend not dying." ALRIGHT those are FIVE things you can do to be a better band....

[@charliebrowm7670]

No one get annoyed but what's that first song at the start?

[@natebeakley5494]

My band is actually doing most of these

[@o.binwheelie9733]

sound

[@JeffWiersma]

Toucan Sam is in a band? :)

[@Konqer]

5:58 is he talking about Plaze of Perdition's accident in Austria 2 years ago, when band's bassist died?

[@rodchavoya]

Look up the band "For Squirrels"

[@Aiden-zi3xf]

intro song.

[@EliPorterMahn]

Ya probably dont wanna die. best way to close the vid hahaha

[@mattyoung666]

“I recommend not dying” 😂

[@R.J.MacReady1982]

16 people disliked this. They obviously were ex band members who just couldn't get with the rules man.

[@CloggedLacrimalGland]

5:55 Too late for The Ghost Inside?

[@xbreathingisirrelevantx]

Oh God lol.....

[@nedgey]

This guy loves his plaid shirts.

[@blackspring3207]

It's cold in Massachusetts

[@rodigo1]

also wise. i think there's a difference.

[@carsonhorne7302]

To can be

[@omarmoran3097]

do it cause u love he ment by have passion in music or playing a instrument. dont do it for a carrier do for the love.of music 👌

[@SuperBmpk]

make sure you tune ur instrument

[@bobjones5524]

Don't suck

[@simaojoseph]

I agree on 2, 4 and 5. The scene premise is not much valid on much of the genres. Apart from Metal and Punk and their sub-genres where there’s a sense of camaraderie and mutual help; there’s not much gain in trying to be in a scene. Skip number 3.

[@blackspring3207]

Lol if you want to skip number 3 there's no reason anyone should be in a band with you

[@simaojoseph]

@@blackspring3207 you mean YOU should be in a band with me. I hope not.

[@carlobisda]

that's me, lol - well rehearsed but not a proficient player...touche sir, touche.