Gretsch Round Badge, Big Band Drumming

www.timmetz.com
Playing my new to me 60's Gretsch Round Badge drum kit. It looks a lot better on video than in person!
Play -Along is from Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Ban Play-Along Series for Drums.
Song is Swingin' For The Fences.
Drums,
13X9
16X16
22X14
Cymbals Sabian
22" Artisan Prototype
22" Artisan Light
22" Artisan china w/4Rivets
Heads Aquarian
Texture Coated top and bottom

[@Philtoid]

This might just be the smoothest drumming ive ever heard.

[@TimMetz]

Thanks!

[@juanescalona4145]

that ride cymbal sounds like heaven

[@frankburdodrums8984]

That takes years to do.

[@juzhang6665]

Not so much about the cymbals, more about the drummer.

[@Drumaier]

as an old publicity would advertise.....Tim metz: the perfect balance between chops, tasteful playing and teaching skills.

[@nicktheharpblower]

Dear Tim Metz, Good afternoon sir, i don't usually comment on drummers videos but yours stood out from the rest! Speaking as a professional pianist and teacher, i can say that your snare comping is absolutely amazing. You are listening to the pianist's comping style, and as a result sounds absolutely terrific. The choice of tuning and cymbals is paramount for jazz and your ride cymbals have a lovely over tone structure to them which lends it self well to the track. You sir, are an absolute professional. Shame your in America, i would love to play with you!! Keep up the great playing. Kind regards Nick Moore

[@TimMetz]

Thanks so much Nick!

[@bobdadruma]

There is no better feeling than playing classic drums in a classic style :)

[@bobdadruma]

I am so glad that several of you +1'd my comment about the fun of playing drums in the classic style.

[@Drumaier]

***** don't push your luck.

[@TimMetz]

It's a Sabian Artisan China with 4 rivets. Pretty sweet.

[@cameronkhan3198]

Tim Metz what ride cymbal do you have?

[@drumngolf]

Tim - your China cymbal has been haunting me since I heard this video YEARS ago. What is its weight? I know better to ask if you would sell it. 😊

[@ryancox5097]

The kit is cool and all, but I just can not get over those cymbals. They're gorgeous!

[@ajgdrums24]

I love your comping vocabulary so much. I come back to this video every now and then for a refresher/new phrases

[@jomak9]

10 years later, I’m still watching this video from time to time, like what I did in high school.

[@vermine18]

Here I am once again being reminded of that fine drumming man still an inspiration!

[@BigBillLucas]

Some of best and most natural big band drumming i have heard in a long time. Can you PLEASE pass on some instruction to Gregg Potter, he swings like a heavy lead pipe.

[@hoovobot]

ha! agreed! No doubt Potter is a great drummer, but I was not feeling his playing at all on the Buddy Rich gig.

[@phatbackbeat6553]

BigBill Lucas I

[@desafiomusical2884]

Truly amazing

[@hoganbentle3582]

I've never actually heard Sabians that sound that good.

[@pbldrum]

Artisans! You've got to play Artisans. Best feel. Best stick ping. Best wash.

[@HaloAdmiral]

The HH and HHX line are also fantastic!

[@alexmacarthur5136]

@@pbldrum Every played K Con ?? LOL

[@stp8103]

@@alexmacarthur5136 I love K Cons but they don't have the stick def that Artisans have (in my experience). Thanks

[@vivatones66]

This is how drums should sound and be played.

[@ienjoyagooddrum]

What do you mean I can't even hear the drums he should just set behind a bunch of cymbals

[@LorentzHaugen]

then your ear is not trained, or, you're deaf

[@stubowl1]

you know it to be true

[@totigerus]

where's the blast beats? smh ...and not one single loop or DJ scratch in sight...lame

[@frankspikes4867]

@@totigerus Before there was metal, before there was loops, there was big band. In all my 30 plus years of performing music I've realized this point. Just because I don't like something doesn't mean that it doesn't have it's place. Good day to you.

[@joelcastro1022]

Congratulations, a lesson in how to drive with drums in a big band jazz, thank you!

[@civilianartist4320]

I love your drumming Tim. You're relaxed and natural. Timeless, like your drum kit!

[@TimMetz]

It was sort of custom, sort of special ordered. When I called Sabian to see if i could get one, they said they already had a few laying around, so they sent me one of those. It's not in production, but I'm sure they would make one for you if you ask. Sabian is great like that! Thanks for watching!

[@vermine18]

Mannn I swear I keep coming back to this video and enjoy it every single time!!!!!!!

[@TimMetz]

Thanks so much!

[@moritzgrosch2372]

Hey I'm from Germany and 15 years old. I love to play the drums and I look everyday für new videos. Now i found yours and I love it!! You play so great! I hope that I can play so great as you in some years.

[@Raidenofficial]

How is it going 5 years later?

[@MrStrangebird]

You are a treat to watch. Tell Sabian that you alone sir, made me switch from Istanbul Agop / Mehmets to all Sabian Artisans. I'm still in awe. All the characteristics i've been looking for in 6 years which counts exactly 40 cymbals including Zildjian New / Intermediate and Old stamps. Thank you for completing my quest.

[@glenhorn4639]

You’re a very blessed, awesome, very smooth jazz drummer man! I could listen to your performances 24/7! God richly bless you my fine anointed, awesome friend! I hope you get invitations from all over the world to perform you awesome drumming! You’re a fine, fine musician my beloved friend. Take care!👍🙏☝️

[@philipnestor5034]

This proves that you don't need a big monster kit to sound great and kick a band. Great playing and great sounding drums and cymbals.

[@charlestea3642]

Stellar playing man & beautiful kit! Cheers from an old Las Vegas drummer!!

[@sebrown1126]

This dude has massive chops! Great character too!

[@JMcNultyDrums]

Great job, remarkably smooth transitions.

[@Klaus312]

Tim you're flying! What a great touch and feel!

[@Crystallic22]

Woooow, what an amazing drummer you are!! The kit sounds great, Yes, but You are the one making them come alive - truly!!! Keep on drumming!!!!!!!!!

[@MegaLJ3]

Hey Dr. i want to thank you for a very high level and genuine performance with such good musicality.

[@Colby_Earleywine]

damn man, very smooth and complimentary. Nailed the ending. Love that main ride too. I look forward to seeing the Gretsch transformation as well as more inspiring drumming.

[@glenhorn142]

Man, I’m telling you, that is the hottest, most awesome heavy jazz drumming I have been honored to listen to! I am very partial to jaz drums and bass performers! I love very bossy sound on bass drums; it makes your performances perfect! I want a bass kick to be deep and loud, not sounding like a tin can! Your performance Bro. Tim is rated 1000% man! You are one of the finest most awesome heavy drum performers I have ever listened to! God richly bless you my fine awesome friend! God loves you and your anointed performances man! I hope you get more invitations to perform all over the world man! Hot, awesome, very talented drummer Bro Tim! Take care!👍❤️🙏

[@benblackburn2693]

you are a god I'm envious of your comfort with playing jazz so well. It's a dying art I have tremendous respect for your art

[@gonzalezbucareli3606]

Such intricate bass drum / snare work ; masterful musicianship . Very Nice 👍

[@m3mo254]

My lord, nice job. Saludos desde España

[@ibleebinU]

Nice kit and beautiful playing!

[@carlupthegrove262]

You totally killed... awesome.. Love the ride

[@TimMetz]

Thank you!

[@tipofelice]

Yeah man!!! It was just as cool the second time. I enjoy your sound, drums and cymbals equally. And of course my previous comments still stand. Bravo e tutte buone cose!

[@angelbeach1368]

That was minblowing!! Drums and cymbals sound AMAZING together.......played by a legend too!!

[@larochelle5994]

Grabbed a beer and watched this 3 times...very well done, sir!🍻 And the sound of that ride cymbal...fantastic👌🏻

[@TimMetz]

Thank you!

[@siremenson]

Spectacular.. Thank you

[@vermine18]

Damn that must be the best cymbal set I've ever heard in my life!!!!!!!

[@TimMetz]

Thanks!

[@Olliemets]

NICE !!!!! Tim I'm all in on your very tasteful playing. In fact, I am a 50year player who learned the right way..rudiments, etc. Been a Rock Blues guy who..... gets by on Jazz and swing through feel (I fake it !!). Your playing is very inspiring. Has helped my playing. And your solo with rolls videos did for me what no one else could. I finally translated the rolls to the kit, using the accented triplets and 8ths. Until then, I got by on very tight fast singles and quick feet. Thanks !!!. I'm enjoying the hell out of these.

[@TimMetz]

Wow! Thanks so much Chris! I'm glad my lessons are helping! All the best.

[@aaronrochotte6342]

Love your main ride! Sounds great. Nice kit!

[@kongoff]

Beautiful playing brother!

[@hawkrider88]

Killer kit and it (and you) sound great. Score of a lifetime.

[@themole2024]

Wish I had hands like that!! Fabulous.

[@Shuffalospringfield]

Really swings! Excellent feel and touch. Drums and cymbals sound amazing! I always look forward to your videos. Thanks!

[@ekincengizkan]

That ride is killin! Killer playing!

[@dmguk9931]

the benefit of being able to sight read ..saves a lot of time....fantastic.

[@Wattvoltage1960]

Wow. Terrific. Just when I think I can play a little (been playing for 40+ yrs), your brilliance comes along and spotlights my incompetence. ;) Keep Swing'n!

[@edkriegedrumming]

so tasty, great drumming. love the use of the china cymbal too. stacking a splash on the china adds extra color.

[@gonzalochoquekuno7259]

Wow! Congrats!!!!! I like the way that you play this song, the drums, and the cymbals too! Best regards!!!!!!

[@bdsj6593]

BEYOND outstanding performance

[@TimMetz]

Thank you!

[@margovallen]

Great playing! Love your new (to you) kit. Sound amazing.

[@ronthescone]

Get in there. Mega. Great tune great playing great kit.

[@enragedhippy]

SO good! I'm a combo drummer who just started filling in for a friend at big band gigs so my playing style is more casual swing and pocket drumming. I definitely love your style of playing because it's just flashy enough and very classy!

[@BIGBEATDRUMMER76]

Big groove and great sticking... And nice to see you at drums

[@Monsterdrumma]

Hey Tim I lowered the bottom head like you said and in my house at least a way lower fuller more together note so far with more attack, I will hear it on the gig tonight. Thanks for the advice!

[@j.bionwimmer1452]

Solid drumming sir. Just right for this song.

[@adrianroberts4174]

That was pretty darn cool!

[@climbjay]

right on the money there! great bigband style.

[@jeff-9608]

You made it look easy. Very nice drumming. Especially the solos in perfect time. Impressive.

[@asqrss3233]

YEAH!! This is drumming.

[@ronancowan]

I'm about to check this same model kit with the same sizes out tomorrow, also of craigslist. I'm pretty excited! You're a swingin ass drummer man!

[@oldtimey1]

Wow! You are smooth! So cool.

[@philipmcevoy7206]

Tim metz your drumming is freeking awesome man

[@TimMetz]

Thank you!

[@toddclymer7248]

love the kit but also your drumming is amazing and I believe any kit tuned properly would sound great with you playing it.great job.

[@TimMetz]

Thanks so much. You’re too kind!

[@Lkease]

Aquarian drum heads are awesome! Glad to see a drummer as good as you sporting them 👍

[@TimMetz]

I agree! Thanks!

[@kronos350]

Genuine performance, great taste, awesome sound

[@TimMetz]

Thank you!

[@kronos350]

Thank you Tim, I wish I can play with the same flawless swing you play..

[@pkdrums]

Nice! Just ordered the play along book. Thanks for the inspiration :-)

[@andreassteenhaut3645]

That looks like so muck fun to drum!

[@HMJohnsonGuitar]

I love it, great playing, cool kit. This is what I call a honest drum sound. I only see an over head mic and maybe you have one on the kick, and the kit sounds wonderful. Great job!

[@fredyandressuarez8587]

wow man!! that sound! impeccable

[@TimMetz]

Thank you!

[@frankburdodrums8984]

That deserves a standing ovation. Do people realize what it takes to play that song?

[@erraticboss168]

This is a try out song for all state in my state. I think it’s great for seeing ability of players!

[@frankburdodrums8984]

@@erraticboss168 If you want to learn to play don't let any try out or team band stop you. There's alot more to learn than this.

[@erraticboss168]

@@frankburdodrums8984 Oh for sure! In fact they push me to be better. I've tried out and not made it but recently I just made an All State group! Hard work pays off in the end, and I'm always looking for things to improve myself. Also going to see local musicians play has helped lately too.

[@frankburdodrums8984]

@@erraticboss168 👍😎 Keep rocking brother!!!!

[@tipofelice]

Yeah Tim! You sound wonderful. You got it all happenin' terrific technique and great taste, not to mention that the drums sound fantastic. They are helped along with your great touch. Keep on swingin', loved it. Much success!

[@TheAnasthetic]

Wow .........just stumbles across this.........merry Christmas mate great work.

[@TimMetz]

Thank you, Merry Late Christmas!

[@Pearl3Drummer]

Wow! That was Awesome!

[@DrummerMike86]

Beautiful Sounding Cymbals

[@southernstingray2743]

Now that was really cool! Solid water d you dig =GOLD

[@domokornmusic]

Lovely swing! Lovely cymbal sound, too. Normally for big band I tend to stay clear of dark cymbals in favor of AA's or A Zildjians, hell even Paiste 2002's. But your cymbals sound wonderful in this context!

[@wil2727271]

Wow! 👏😮👏😮👏😮👏amazing!

[@TimMetz]

Thanks so much!

[@OnTheRoof1]

Lovely playing Tim!

[@rhythmfield]

That China/swish - well now! fantastic. I'm not a big fan of Sabians but suddenly I might be. Great playing Tim!

[@TimMetz]

Thank you!

[@tollchuck]

Sounds great and great playing.

[@kinserjosh]

AWESOME! Go Tim! It's your birthday! That was sooooooooooooo good! Loved it!

[@lynsuefa]

Great looking and sounding kit, great tune and great drumming, this ones going in my favs.

[@sallyyendlenson909]

You have shown me the value of a china cymbal. Thanks! It has opened a world of expression that wasn't possible before. Who knew a china cymbal could be played untrashey?

[@javiergilhidalgo8429]

Absolutely stunning!

[@805breeze]

Great job Tim! Keep the vids coming.

[@andresmgds]

Son of a...! That was incredible!

[@sotender48]

Great!Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!Best regards from Italy,Rome!Bravo!

[@Coin3103]

incredibly good drumming and musicality

[@garyguthrie1507]

Thanks Tim,love the kit and playing,please keep posting!

[@shraunbone]

That was awesome.

[@customdrums]

I would love to see the end result of the restoration.

[@TimMetz]

Well, you're seeing it. I never got to it. These drums have been in heavy gigging rotation and I can't afford the down time. They look alright, and sound great, so why mess with it?

[@juddgaylord6625]

excellent sound, chops....very well done.that great gretsch sound!

[@mrwillbaker]

very tasty playing!! Awesome Tim!

[@XDrummerSteve]

That was fun to watch.

[@cobramusic4177]

Fantastic job, sir.

[@josephmonaco249]

that was great! you can swing with the best of them! keep posting, love your stuff

[@smathew257]

Wow!! Amazing!!