Thomas Lang's First Cymbal: The Birth of a Drumming Legend

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Get ready for an incredible journey as we take a look back at the early days of one of the most iconic drummers of our time - Thomas Lang. Join us as he reminisces about the memories and experiences that led him to where he is today. 🫶
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WHO IS THOMAS LANG?
Thomas Lang is a highly respected and accomplished drummer and percussionist hailing from Austria. He began his musical journey at the young age of four, quickly discovering a passion for drumming and percussion. Throughout his career, Lang has had the opportunity to play with a wide range of musicians and bands, including Peter Gabriel, Robbie Williams, and Seal, and has also worked as a session musician for various artists. His technical proficiency and versatility on the drum kit have made him a sought-after performer, and he has released several instructional drumming DVDs to help aspiring drummers improve their skills.
In addition to his work as a performer and teacher, Lang is also a talented composer and arranger. He has written music for film, television, and stage, showcasing his diverse skillset and artistic vision. His passion for music and dedication to his craft have earned him a reputation as a leading drummer and percussionist, and he continues to inspire and educate musicians around the world.
Throughout his career, Lang has received numerous accolades and awards for his contributions to the world of music. He is widely regarded as a master of his craft, and his innovative and dynamic style has made him a beloved and influential figure in the world of drumming and percussion. With his talent and dedication to his art, Thomas Lang is sure to continue making a lasting impact on the world of music for years to come.
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[@lajeanette33]

Ufip cymbals are so underrated!

[@Putra-ro2qz]

Fans from Indonesian 🇮🇩👍

[@gadymarcus5297]

magnifico.💣💣💣💣💣💣

[@dustyclamper56]

My first kit was Renown from Japan I beat that kit to sawdust and then I got a Camco kit for my birthday my senior year in high school.

[@drumchannel]

Great story!

[@normanwilmoth7404]

That's really cool! I've just turned 40 this month but started playing drums at 11. My first kit was a Yamaha rydeen but I don't own any parts at all from that kit caused I sold everything like I usually do when it's time to upgrade because of skill progression, so the gear progresses aswell. Point is that your first ride cymbal 40 yrs later had found it's way back to you! I'd like to have one of my first back for nostalgic reasons! Cool story, awesome😉 EDIT...Just throwing in that I've come all the way from a Yamaha Rydeen at 11😆 all the way to a gorgeous 7 Piece Tama Star Maple all Tama Hardware and of course Meinl's Byzance mixed with a few cymbals from the alloy and classics custom series at 40🙂👍

[@drumchannel]

How's your drumming been throughout your life? Have you slowed down and gotten back into it at times, or kept it steady? Those are great memories to have!

[@briankeightly3361]

my first drum kit was green sparkled slingerlands bass drum , mounted tom floor tom and snare , hi hats and a ride cymbal and a crash .

[@PhilRounds]

Cool! I still have my first Ludwig snare ('65 Super Classic). My first kit was a 3pc Kent (snare, rack tom and bass, 1 cymbal) and my first snare drum was a Tempo .

[@alexandremello6913]

What a gem! I still have my first kit, a brazilian brand called Pinguim, which is a copy of the classic Ludwigs.

[@MarioDiNella]

🤟

[@ryanbachmeier6979]

This Story is Crazy. ONE Piece at a Time! So That's the Secret to Become The BEST🤔

[@mikep1489]

First kit maxitone then added some walberg and auge

[@spaceman5996]

First kit was a Tele'-Star blue sparkle. I believe they became TAMA later on.

[@drumchannel]

Beautiful!

[@saydlowski]

My first kit was a Champagne Sparkle Kent 4-pc. with no hi-hat. Then a few years later, my dad picked up a 1959 Ludwig Blue Sparkle for me from a co-worker. Wish I never got rid of that one!

[@hasan_bahramian]

🌹 ❤️💚👏👏

[@jonathanwade4465]

I love hearing about the first instruments of these (now) global players...I am not a legend, but my first kit (in the early 1980's) was a second hand 1968 Ludwig that someone spray painted gloss black. Underneath the paint was that classic paisley pattern. Reinforced hoops. Bought it for $150 (four piece plus two cymbals), sold it for $450 in the late 90's. Now I wish I had kept it, removed the black and returned it to its original wrap...it would be awesome to have now. The only thing I kept from that kit (part of the $150 price tag) was a 20" Paiste 602 ride from what I'm guessing is the 1960/70's. I still play that ride. It is sweet in any type of music and it has a deep crash when necessary, and a beautiful sounding bell.

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

My first real kit was a Cannon by Radical ( or vice versa ), and I had that thing on layway for quite a few months because I paid for it myself back around highschool or so. Before then, my first playing surfaces were the New Book Of Knowledge encyclopedias, and any other book that I had, read, or was in the process of reading....

[@mjcarrasquillo]

My first kit was a plain white CB-700.

[@ryanbachmeier6979]

🥁💣💥🎶

[@fritsjewestera]

First kit was Thunder with Meinl cymbals when they where crap. Now I want all Meinl, but $$$ :)

[@waltervillalba1000]

Frankenstein drums rules

[@vikitheviki]

First kit was a brand new red pearl back in 1973.

[@tjg1989]

Wish he was still with Sonor

[@unclerhombus]

I still have my first ride, as well! It’s a 20” Sabian B8 Pro Heavy Ride, and it sounds like absolute crap 😂 Nevertheless, it holds a special place in my heart and I’ll never part with it, and I’ve now owned it for over 25 years.

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

Ahhh, the 70's, back when beginner cymbals were apparently pretty good, too 😂

[@lbudt29]

The cymbal sounds just like a Zildjian. My first kit was from Sears and Roebuck. I made it sound better with Remo heads. I was 11 then / 1969.

[@drumchannel]

Now that's vintage. Lots of character!

[@forresthouser5807]

You could've at least let us hear it....