“Don’t be afraid to steal things. Amateurs plagiarize, professional steal.” Of course I don’t mean steal. These quotes are great but you have to translate them. By steal I mean emulate, copy and utilize. And after grabbing everything you can including set up ideas, drum sizes, drum makes, cymbal types, licks, fills …stop and work…
“If you keep doing what you always done you keep getting what you’ve always gotten. Change will not happen in your life unless you change first” That same old grip, the same tired tempo, the same setlist scarred into your hands? You’re not playing the song; you’re prisoner to it—repeating the bars like a ghost…
“You need to cut off toxic people to realize the value of your life Your circle gets narrower as you get older because you realize the importance of quality.” That parade pit full of sharp tongues and sharper elbows, the bandmate who saps the sync with every sidelong snark, the “friend” whose vibe drags your…
“Walk away from anything or anybody that gives you bad vibes. There’s no need to explain yourself there’s no need to feel bad about it This is your life make more space for your peace and your happiness There’s no more room for negativity in your future.” That bass player who drags the pocket like…
