Better Musicians

Have you ever thought to yourself "those musicians are better than I am" and not played because of it? I'm here to challenge you to find musicians and drummers that are better  than you. Listen to the way they play, the way they talk, the way they listen. This is not easy for most drummers. I hate to say it but a lot of drummers out there get to a point of "knowing everything"and they think that they are the best and have the answer to everything. If you show up willing to play and learn with high skilled musicians, no matter what they say, you'll become a better musician and person. I can remember a day I was practicing some songs that we were starting to write together as a band. I was playing this busy sounding groove and our bass player at the time looked at me and said, "What in the heck are you playing." I thought it was the coolest thing ever. He told me "less is more!" Because I was willing to listen, the groove we ended up playing was so easy, but sounded so much better. You'll find that the more the song breathes, the more it moves. Yes you'll get your bubble popped and stomped on, but if you are open to advice, you will become a better player. I'm not saying to never play with people that are equal or at a lower level than you, but don't become comfortable with that all the time. It will only hinder you and your playing. Always take what you learn and teach others, don't be prideful cause remember, there are always better musicians than you. Don't be in it for yourself, making great music takes hard work and a team effort. This will lead us into another blog for another day, so for now take those teachings you can remember and put them to use.  "Now go get your drum on."