Wow, what a great comment! You’ve really nailed the benefits that you get from playing in a cover band.

I like when you say “Being a good drummer boils down to cutting back the ever present ’show-off’ urge.” Gigs aren’t about YOU. They are about the songs, the band, the music and, most importantly, your audience.

Playing in front of people who just want to hear their favourite song and who couldn’t care less about who you are is a really humbling experience. Sometimes it’s good to trim your ego a bit and remember that you’re not a rock star… yet!

Alex

Thanks, I feel honoured!

I’m all for crazy, far-fetched dreams but I think for your 1st band you should stick a little closer to home
Alex

I have to admit, i too used to frown at cover bands. I wasnt sure why folk would ofter move from band to band, only doing covers, but the more i was around this, the more i understood what goes on in a cover band. Its a great way to home in your skills. Being a good drummer boils down to cutting back the ever present ’show-off’ urge and just keeping it simple, tight and technically to the book! Lets face it, crowd pleasers are normally fairly simple pop/rock songs, no need for massive fills all over the place. Kick back and keep it tight!

keep em comming Alex sir!

Y’know, one of my dreams is to sing. I know this sounds weird, and totally far-fetched, but if at all I do get to live that dream of mine, I’ll probably enlist you. =)