POV | A Relaxing Day as a Drum Tech

[@matthorndrums]

Waddup dudes! Hope you enjoy the new video! Make sure to rimshot that like button one time for your boy! Also find me on Instagram @matthorndrums

[@cjtraywick]

Matthew Bay over here for the sound design win lol

[@cjtraywick]

Also, are those memory locks on the hardware? Set it and forget it?

[@OfficialCesarValdez]

Hey Matt, where can I find that extra large drum kit dust cover you’re using? I’ve been having a hard time finding a dust cover that size for my kit. Dig your videos man. 👍

[@scottwheeler2494]

God your load out made me remember my local crew days back in the mid 80s. We had to long ramp it up into the truck since it was air support roof. No loading dock. Fine for basketball, shitty for rock and roll. An act like Kiss would wear your ass out with a dozen trusses of Par cans. Youngsters won't understand. They were heavy. They used the old Clair Brothers reefer sized speaker cabs. And since you could fly a very limited amount of weight onto the truss structure (taking that mother f#cker down and up is a different story. It took union iron workers three days.. with dumb labor to help move stuff. It was 40 tons itself. Stupid design building. They put a real roof on it a decade later. Long story but insurance paid for it.) You had to stack subs and half the speaker cabs on the ground. But the real point - humping sh1t up into the trucks. Pushing the heavy stuff required a couple of offensive linemen sized guys at the bottom to push it up. Wasn't designed so that you could fork it. Dumb jocks excelled. It was leg day for them. Little stuff I could handle, but generally I broke audio since it was stuff I understood. Loved the job. Paid really good, entertaining work and often got to see a good show. Hip hop was just getting off the ground so those were few but really good. The Barry Manlow sh1t sucked but U2 Josha Tree followed by Unforgettable Fire was killer. The Dead was memorable. Dedicated stoners. Started smoking at 8:30 in the morning and didn't quit till the last truck. Sold a quarter pound of weed that day. Hey it was money 😊. I loved doing the shows but eventually I graduated college. Had to get a real job to pay back the student loans.

[@prod.bymor3woods403]

No diddy

[@jacklandon9739]

Matt I will say it again, all of us die hard musicians and music geeks love what you share. Thank you 🤙🏻

[@matthorndrums]

Glad you guys like them, man. I'm very thankful.

[@cbme]

ditto 👏

[@Labib.Drummer]

I just want to say thank you. I've learned so much from you, from honing my organizational and sorting skills, which reflect one's ability or OCD to have everything in its proper place and fully prepared, to cultivating a disciplined mindset. And of course, those crew jams have been incredible! BEAST! 🔥🔥🔥

[@pappyjohn8142]

22:22 love the ode to those who watch through. Well appreciated

[@davidsmith846]

I was a drum/ guitar tech for 30 years, starting in transit vans and the M1 up to stadiums. Loved it all, every minute. God bless catering, never get off the bus.

[@Fishpasta4]

21:58 - Just fast forward? Impossible. We don't skip to the finish, we watch from start to finish.

[@yorkstreet9035]

Who and why would anyone skip any of it?!

[@matthorndrums]

I love this haha, sometimes when I'm typing these subtitles i'm just riffing and totally forget what i even write lol

[@Demonman-s1b]

I fast forward it to see what band it is and it’s probably nobody because I don’t recognize the drummer

[@nicholasrobinson6353]

Surreal getting to see one of these videos from my show, I was in the crowd with my friends, literally knowing the rhythms in which the line checks work with lol!! Great work, Matt!!

[@kindradeleon9053]

I love this channel ! I manufacture those drums, and I love to see how you take care of them and they sound amazing 😊

[@matthorndrums]

You work for DW???

[@Fire-sf7kv]

Yoooo, so cool, it was interesting listen how it to manufacture drums

[@shonmiller154]

I love seeing Luke being taken care of as much as possible when it comes to heat and pyro now after he got burned up pretty good. It's so nice to see how the crew tries EVERYTHING now to help with AC and like 4 extra fans. Love the videos and the crew so much!

[@cbme]

its so scary how easy things can happen , people's lives in each others hands every day, and looking after every second

[@cbme]

watch the fingers !!!

[@soundman601]

Until seeing this I knew nothing about your industry/craft. I find it fascinating and have learned a lot about back stage and concert management, just from this one video. An absolute must watch. Thanks.

[@willswitchcraft]

man those flight cases look so new...........spent a few years as a d. tech on 'the big stage' serious tours.......this takes me back.....

[@killercorpse100]

I will NEVER get over the one chic in the background of every lunch and dinner catering with the laugh that she has. It just stands out and that's all i ever hear, unless she so happens to not be there! XD

[@GoForMark]

Try leaving the tune bot in the same spot on the head that the microphone will be placed while you are tuning. Game changer for FOH sound. Also since you are tuning top and bottom heads to the same pitch on the floor toms try using a 2ply head on the reso side as well. It might help you achieve the difference you’re searching for from when you tuned the reso higher. The feel on it is pretty great as well.

[@ShankDrums]

STF crew, also that coffee made on the spot and canned. Pretty neat!

[@neilbass505]

Finally watching a video from a show I was actually at! Thanks, Matt! I was there to see DGD, but I really enjoyed seeing FIR. Excellent show! Thank you again!

[@neilbass505]

Also, I hope you were able to show Sean Derksen the ropes!

[@roberta4989]

Matt, so kool that you shared this adventure with people that don't tour or have seen behind the scenes. I am a retired touring musician...years ago took our babysitter to see a load-in and sound check. I also gave her an All Access pass for the show so she could move around at FOH. When we were leaving she said "now I know why concerts tickets cost what they cost". If people only knew how much skill, work and time is involved to do a show. Thanks again, be safe, be kind.

[@samilaakso838]

Just awesome job, once again! International stuff coming. Can't wait!

[@Matanhaim]

I really don’t know why I’m so entertained by watching the catering parts 😂

[@cbme]

im so looking forward.. nearly 6 months at parris island boot csmp, i broke it down, meal by meal.. how much did 1 look forward to eating vs eating sand lol ❤ some 560 times 😎

[@aqimjulayhi8798]

I sometimes eat while watching those parts

[@Macmills26]

The goats back 😤 giving the people what they want

[@BobHewittMusic]

Can't wait for that kick drum/case story! STF crew!! 🤘

[@richardbelisle4807]

Ahhh the back stage Buffett 50/50 on how good it is some venues just do better than others

[@sthedrumlifesibiya9919]

Hey Matt this is Sthe Sibiya from South Africa 🇿🇦, I just wanted to give a shout out to you man, I consume a lot of your content, I follow you on almost every social media platform. Thank you so much for always taking footage of what we / myself as a Drummer dream of which is touring the world... and what you are always showing us is the closest to seeing what it's like to tour. Thank you So much Matt🤜🏾🤛🏻

[@bcosta83]

Line check is great, but watching the pyro go off, is awesome. Lol

[@AnubisJuice]

That smell from the toaster is the oil the factory puts on it to keep it from rusting and you did the right thing by running it hot for like 10 minutes to burn that stuff off.

[@matthorndrums]

Thankyou, i was genuinely worried about it haha!

[@T3mattia]

STF Crew! Your videos are basically the VIP experience, awesome work you do!

[@faithgarcia8660]

STFCrew!YourVideosare ExPerience,awesomeworkyoudo! BasiCallyTheVIP

[@49rizon]

The drums for Ronald gives me goosebumps.

[@faithgarcia8660]

TheDrumsForRonaldGiVes MeGoosebumps.

[@jakehughes9531]

Every day at skl in a free/study period I put on one of your vids! Ur awesome dude! Soon could you post a vid of your gear what you use and even possibly a drum cover of a song of ur choice!! Keep it up mate!

[@Alexb53.]

you're the man matt!

[@andrewleatherman4931]

Just commenting that I love the videos man! Lots of work goes into these and they’re fun and relaxing to watch. Cheers sir!

[@cbme]

so relaxing 🤔 nailed it

[@collinramirez5797]

It’s always a good day when we get a new Matt Horn video

[@faithgarcia8660]

It'sAlwaysagoodDayWhenWeget MattHomVideo Wegetanew

[@davedoucette1256]

Stf crew right here Matt. It was funny, this morning I’m thinking wth where is the o.g drum tech video. I haven’t seen a new one. Then presto new vid, thanks man.

[@sinofman]

The information covered in the videos is invaluable. I'm a recording artist the drum set up if there is something not right Mr Horn saves the day. love your work!!!

[@JosephKang]

STF crew checking in! Thanks for another great BTS video, Matt. Super amped for you that you're going to go internationally too! I cannot wait to see those.

[@AngryGRMN56]

That line check was sick, love your videos man! You are a true master of your craft!

[@faithgarcia8660]

ThatlineCheckWasSiCK Man!YouareaatrueMasterOfyourCraft! LoveyourVideos

[@Bigdogfindley]

STF Crew!! Great to see you again Matt. Love the vids. Michael Bay would be proud...lol

[@Buck_f1den]

Absolutely love Falling in Reverse!! Mr Holland is a damn beast!!

[@dihler55]

STF all day everyday! Love your content so much man!

[@freightdawg6762]

WOW What a operation Great vid 💯💯💯 Beautiful Finish on that Kit, They sure take care of you guys for Chow ❤Drummer is tighter than a frogs ass in a hurricane

[@JJMR22]

Stumbled upon this channel. Awesome content! Always wanted to be a drum tech and watching the day to day is pretty cool and interesting. Also, I used to watch Luke years ago when he did drum covers on KZbin!

[@Garv13-or8pp]

STF checking in. Keep ‘em coming Matt! Can’t wait for the next one. Safe travels! 👊

[@decay1273]

Kit sounds so damn good That new head tuner is amazing

[@Brian_dub_]

cowbell doink during the jam is the highlight

[@Mouldyturnip75]

Saw you wearing the drum-cam for the Australia tour with Parkway Drive & the Ghost Inside - hope to see some footage of that - amazing show by the way, you guys put on an epic performance!

[@bennyF52]

Saw you guys last night in Boston. Took my son to the show. I missed the memo to wear all black so I was sticking out being big old guy with a bright white shirt walking around. lol. You had Luke’s kit sounding amazing. Great sound system overall there. Noticed how during changeover, you just hit minimum drums needed for soundcheck. Props for that. One of other bands drum tech thought he was Bonzo doing solo when he did his bands sound check, kinda a tool thing I thought. Great show overall.

[@yokozuna021]

STF as always! Thank you, Matt!

[@DeHook1896]

Can't wait to see you guys in cologne in december !!!

[@egiarrusso4472]

Matt S2FC here. Great video as always. And no one who follows you would ever think of fast forwarding. Luke sounded amazing. Great job

[@EternalHeretic]

Man always love the videos. Even inspired me to get back into drumming again. Tho due to space had to go electric and unfortunately got some crappy double peddles but I'll upgrade that in a few months

[@rockinchairboogie3222]

Awesome video Matt, I watched every minute of it dude.

[@matthorndrums]

Thanks man! Glad you dug it!

[@faithgarcia8660]

AwesomeVideoMatt,I Ofitdude. WatChedeveryMinute

[@BobbyButterfield]

These videos are amazing. Thank you for sharing this with us. We look forward to more! (And you’re a great drummer)

[@michaelmayeux3964]

I was in The Woodlands, TX when you guys were there last weekend. Was hoping to see a video from that night hahaha. All jokes aside, keep the videos rolling, your job and experiences are super interesting.

[@thesons1966]

Outstanding matt, Glasgow December

[@jesseechevarria5996]

Really cool to see him tune and set things up! 😍

[@raunohamalainen9667]

It`s nice to watch your videos like behind of scenes! followed you couple of years! Greetings from one Nightwish fan Finland!✌

[@DonaldMLewis]

Love the Cutlery. Great work as always. stf

[@keithlewington8457]

Loving the bus boys section. Need a tour of the bus.

[@WolfsPyroFX]

Absolutely love the Pyro as well!

[@HenkJanDrums]

Bass drum sound was amazing. Really upgrade that new drum head. Snare did sound great. Great powerfull attack Toms had a deep consistent sound. Nice you use the Tunebot. Next upgrade will be a freezer with cold drinks and ice for the drummer and a chair with Shiatsu massage for drummer and tech. Nice video. That pyro .....it feels if they really go to the limit; I would feel more comfortable with some extra margins towards the sealing/tent/cotton, aluminium, electric cables, hot lights, etc.

[@andylemm]

Love the catering segments my dude, more of these please!

[@Jay-yy9ol]

Hi. In high school in the 70’s, I did the light show for a decent cover rock band that played local clubs. All four gear boxes fit in the back of my parent’s wood paneled Country Squire station wagon. There was no catering. I got one free beer and the rest cost me. Sometimes the band would forget to pick me up on the way to the show. It was a hard life back then for the few light show guys. Thank you..

[@AnodyneHipsterInfluencer]

Our guy, back with the videos! Nice gig you've got carved out there for yourself my man. I'm jealous. I know I'd be good at it - for drums or guitar - but wouldn't know where or how to start. Anyway, stay safe, have fun, keep posting!

[@ruscapropertymaintenance3902]

Love this! Great Video!

[@WaffleKiller15]

"the legs will go infront of d2" *INSTANT TARKOV FLASHBACKS* lol love the drums homie keep up the great content 100k is creeping up!

[@cbme]

o was thinking that 2 😂

[@mikeh3851]

STF here.... Great video, Matt Brings back memories from days past. Thanks for posting.

[@HostileMike]

Hellll yeah new video!!!! Start to finish crew here and ready... Also, I didnt fast forward when you told me to🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@matthorndrums]

My man

[@HostileMike]

@@matthorndrums love your content man. I watch every new upload. Keep em coming bro🤘🤘

[@cbme]

​@@HostileMike\m/

[@ChristianCMiddleton]

Boy, this video crispy as hell.

[@cbme]

to soon 😔 ❄

[@colemartin9077]

I use drum dial and I love it. Don't have to worry about any noise interfering.

[@faithgarcia8660]

IuseDrumDialandILoveit.Don't have Worryaboutanynoiseinterfering. Loveit.Don'thaveto

[@SergeFromEarth]

Sweet new drum boat!!

[@inventorsyndrome8894]

AYOOOOOOOOOO, WE GOT ANOTHER MATT HORN DROP BABE, DROP EVERYTHING - WE GOTTA WATCH THIS

[@gabrielaltran]

having lunch watching you here from Brazil is the best thing!

[@faithgarcia8660]

HaVingIunChWatChingyouhere TheBestThing! FromBraZilis

[@durtymacc]

Another great video Always great seeing other crews and how they work. Based in Nz so hopefully have you here one day.

[@durlead5103]

Very interesting to see this side of the job. I'm studying as an event technician but the company I learn in mostly works as a rental for systems and technicians in and around one city. Which is very tame in work speed compared to you guy who accompany a band on tour. Also interesting to see how different but similar things work there in the US compared to Germany. Thanks for showing your persepective here! Nice video ^^

[@lenbergonia5188]

Waddup! You’re the only KZbinr I don’t skip commercials- getting you the money!

[@matthorndrums]

HUGE. Thankyou!

[@cbme]

ditto ❤

[@StlPike2004]

Dude, such a cool band to be touring with. FIR rocks. That must be so much fun, and a lot of hard work!!!

[@davidborgia2312]

LOVE THESE VIDS !!!!! PRO LEVEL !!!! 🤘🥁😊

[@jjdoughboy2103]

I never thought id see a can of coffee like this before.

[@pierrebauduin1615]

Always cool to see you videos Matt! Curious to see your vids from the EU/UK tour later this year (gonna do shows in London, Paris, Tilburg... from 4k to 20k people).

[@Norezion]

SFT Crew all the time. I wish I could catch the premiers again, but life got me busy. Miss chatting with ya Matt, be safe and have a good time!

[@Jingles8302]

S2F Crew!!! DC AND cookies!!! You were Wildin that day! Bummer the drums looked so far behind the rest of the rig for that set up. I look forward to the next!

[@djpoizon2k9]

STF crew for the win :D Much love dudes :D

[@MrJonnyb93]

casually chanting DC, DC, DC whenever Matt goes to the fridge😆

[@rafaelcastro2308]

Thanks Matt!! ❤❤

[@faithgarcia8660]

ThanksMatt!!❤❤

[@DanielGonzales-xr7df]

You have the dream job. Successes, I’m a follower of Peru🇵🇪

[@ipodgolfer13]

Matt: “you guys know how this part goes. Just fast forward.” Try and make me dude. I’m watchin.

[@cbme]

yum right 😂

[@Vinny037]

Thanks! Again a great video. Fast forward? No way. I want to watch the whole thing💪

[@faithgarcia8660]

Thanks!AgainGreatVideo. NoWay.IWantTo WatChTheWholething💪 FastForWard?

[@phillipsnider7966]

Love the videos brother, i mimic my sound checks after you now. Very efficient!

[@faithgarcia8660]

LoveTheVideosBrOther,iMimic Checksafteryounown VeryEfflcient! MySound

[@thedrixperspective]

Waddup dude, thank you for dropping this as always!

[@faithgarcia8660]

WaddupDude,ThankYou Always! ForDroppingThisas

[@CottonInDerTube]

Finally some HEY, ONE TWO!

[@cbme]

thats my dream job ❤

[@swalsh76]

"Hey! One two!" Is baaaaaaaack

[@jbuckshot01]

Funny now seeing the band on yt I think to myself,”Matt set those drums up”!!

[@Lorddarthvader1701]

New sub, just got back into drums after 50 years, happened upon this video, really cool how this is done. I've always wondered how this was done at concerts cool stuff

[@MadisLaas-w8e]

LETS GO!! ON MY BIRTHDAY ALSO!!

[@matthorndrums]

Happy birthday!

[@MadisLaas-w8e]

@@matthorndrums duuuude thank you so much!! I have argument with my girlfriend but matt horn videos always help!

[@eddieyetagain]

NO WAY ITS MY BIRTHDAY TODAY TOO

[@MadisLaas-w8e]

@@eddieyetagain NO WAY ITS SO SICK

[@oxyyygen]

Much love from Brazil, my brother!

[@thedrixperspective]

Matt you were absolutely unhinged at catering in this video.

[@faithgarcia8660]

MattyouWereabsoIutely CateringinthisVideo. Unhingedat

[@TheSDRS]

Yeah. New Matt horn video. 😮

[@stevenmontgomery171]

Really good at the same beat everytime for f**s sake!

[@Txema__]

Thank you Matt! great video as always⚡⚡

[@matthorndrums]

thanks for watching man!

[@GP-Music.]

The man is back, Hell yeah bro! The tour has been on fire!

[@faithgarcia8660]

TheManisback,Hellyeahbro! Beenonflre! Thetourhas

[@craigatwork1]

Looks like your leading the way for others to follow!

[@CMETotalIdiotAtWork]

I’m blown away by this video!

[@faithgarcia8660]

I'mblownawaybyThisVideo!