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Originally Posted by mattsmith  Wow, I haven't been here in a while and had no idea there was a mini flame war going on at friendly little drumsetconnect. Thanks for the props from most of you. No problems regarding givemethebeat. I've dealt with far worse than him before. But crap man, he's throwing Buddy Rich videos at me. That's a frickin honor (lol). |
Hi Matt. I am glad you have personally taken the time to respond. I am happy that you have dealt with far worse than me. I guess that means I am not that bad really....
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Originally Posted by mattsmith But seriously, analysis like what he laid down in the March 1st post is typical of the knee jerk experts who mysteriously never post anything themselves. Guys are of course free to have an opinion of the style, but your technical breakdown is way off the mark. |
I currently have broken wrist. Yes a drummers nightmare. Its healing and about 4 weeks off then theres a bit of rehab. As far as posting is concerned I can assure you that in the short future I can back up my claims. Technical breakdown, well.... I have a degree in musicology so I think I am accredited to give a critic.
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Originally Posted by mattsmith And as for this... looks cool, sure as hell would have to say he's never even heard of rudiments and never ever had a lesson in his life
Here's a primer... http://matt.thsmith.com/
This will get you up to speed. It's engrossing reading. The above comment is just about the dumbest thing I've ever read about me. I'll take things up to a point. But this was an ignorant and flagrantly insulting comment. |
If you were to have read my follow up the comment. the comment was intended to be sarcastic.
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Originally Posted by mattsmith
Moving on...
Upon closer inspection theres no real variation to the solo
You're right it's theme and variation. It's a concept that develops. It's a story. Drop the technical blow by blow. You're over extending yourself.
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In what way? Like I said, the solo had not a lot of variation or something like that. I could have been frank and said it was boring...
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Originally Posted by mattsmith theres some fast stick stuff, which is seemingly played with 7a sticks,
What on Earth do stick sizes have to do with this already inane technical analysis? Of course you are trying to obliquely explain to the intellectually unwashed that my supposed lighter stick is a form of cheating. To me this is where you really showed me that your hand had nothing in it. But just so you know, those are custom Matt Smith signature sticks of my own design. I could have a pair sold to you if you like. |
Bu they are very similar to a 7a right? Read what you like into that comment. if you have an insecurity about lighter sticks as a form of cheating thats you issue, I did not say nor imply it.
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Originally Posted by mattsmith the groove is good but does lack freedom.
Ahhh the groove police have come again to write a ticket. Isn't it fascinating how characters like this have such profound instincts for self appointment. Believe it or not sir, everything is not about a groove, although this solo grooves just fine. In fact I don't think Berlioz ever grooved through sonata allegro form when he was composing his Faust anymore than Brahms got anyone to shake their bootay in construction of his third symphony. |
I believe you were presenting a drum solo?
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Originally Posted by mattsmith its kinda rushed with the emphasis on the hands and to me its unbalanced
I defy you to show the point where it rushes. Tune up your ears sir. You never heard accents for momentum?
How about my Morello triplets? You like those? So did Joe Morello. Ever hear of him?
Emphasis on the hands? You're kidding right? IT'S A FRICKIN' DRUM!!! |
I though you were playing a guitar, sorry.....
I like Morello. Yes accents for momento are nice. My point was balance and the emphasis on the sticks as opposed to lack of emphasis on the kick. I think you if did you the same thing again and focus on including the kick as part of the solo, you might be surprised at the result.
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Originally Posted by mattsmith
I'm sorry to be so harsh man, but in this case you really had it coming. And don't even think of trying to respond to this because I plan to watch this forum a lot more closely.
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Nahh its cool man , your actually a good guy. I have endured far more slack from other people in my life without them putting up a decent argument. So its all cool.
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Originally Posted by mattsmith And now why don't you tell everyone exactly what it is you do? Drummer wannabe, hoping to get a weekend gig at the music store is my guess. |
I thought I would ignore this comment but I just can't resist.
If it tell you who I am it will not be fair to everyone.
But then again I haven't got a clue who your are either.....