This is my second post in the series of discussing state. It is now July 2015, and it’s been 4-5 months since I started drumming. I went to the rehearsal place today and recorded some videos, showcasing my current situation. Some is good, some is bad, and some is really crappy. But you know, I’m working on it. Let’s take a look at some regular goofing off, some blast beats, and some kick drum practice.

Getting better at double bass, or just the feet in general, is a difficult and frustrating process. With my hands I see progress, but with my feet it just feels hopeless sometimes. When I’m feeling extra low, I tend to watch these excellent videos. James Payne – The Swivel (video unavailable) James Payne – Pedal Settings (video unavailable) Eugene Ryabchenko – How to Play Fast Double Bass