I just heard an interview with "the Master"(Allan Holdsworth) himself and he said: "Gary Husband's drumming in my music sounds as if I am drumming myself" That's about the best compliment you can get!
Thanks Erik. He was my brother and I felt the same with him. That musical relationship was just truly special, intensely close, natural & exceptional in my life. I believe it was for the both of us, and I was feeling him a lot on the day we recorded this. 🎈
Gary is my favourite drummer every time I hear him play it fills me full of joy. I've been listening to him play. Since I was a baby with my parents listening to level 42 and then when I got onto Holdsworth as a teen.
I will NEVER forget having breakfast with you at the Delta Hotel in Sydney NS. In addition to Gloria and Bruce Aitkens, Denny Siewell was there as well. If memory serves, Ray Ayotte sat with us as well. The Cape Breton Drum Festival is gone, but the memories still linger.
I am a metal drummer. Came across this by accident. Been playing over 50 years. This man is impressive as hell. The guy I heard try this same artist right before you - eh - not so impressed by him.
Level 42 was like a gateway drug for me into this much more intense music of yours and Allan's. I came and saw you do a drum clinic in Norbury of all places in the early 90s and it really spaked something in 17 year old me. I asked such a dumb question that night - "how many sticks do you break?", "oh, plenty" was your answer. haha
I was speaking to my former music teacher in Miami Fla and we both at your show in Ft. Lauderdale when u performed with Allan and we both agreed the show was mind blowing and you brought it that nite. Your my favorite drummer with holdsworth especially on the IOU album so much like Tony Williams the drum sound!!!
Absolutely LOVE Gary's style. And that kit is about as close to the last kit I ever owned as it could get. Had a red 9-piece Tama Rock Star - double bass, 4 mounted, two floor, snare and all the hardware. His style reminds me a lot of the great Simon Phillips, so hard driving yet musical, in the pocket and melodic. He's brilliant.
You made my day Gary! I have been on a Allan Holdswoth kick lately trying to find every 'Rare Recording' of his that is out there. He was one of the all-time Master's. And your drumming serves him proudly!!!
I really did enjoy this, Mr Husband. It’s always a pleasure to see you play either here or live. Hard to believe I first saw you playing with Barbara Thompson’s Paraphernalia back in the late 70’s before you became global. With much respect and thanks.🌞🙏🇬🇧🌞
once again my mind is blown.i've been following your playing,seen you play many times, and just been a huge fan of yours for 30 years and i can honestly say these last few video's you have posted have captured you playing better than ever.incredible performance once again that shows you really do belong up there with some of the greatest musicians ever.and to be at that level on both keys/piano and drums is just something else....
It’s so awesome being able to see you play live like this. We used to have to wait a year or more for you guys to come back through our towns!! Really inspiring playing Gary 👍🏼 Thank you !!!
This is NOT the few pints of Beaver (brewed by Belvoir Brewery, Old Dalby, Leicestershire) talking here but, Gary Husband is the the best drummer to come out of the UK ever! There...I said it.
@@Bawookles now gavin...., but is a lot of amazing drummers from england....jon hiseman also plays fussion and was really really good, carl palmer dont play fussion like them but have more technique than bruford...., simon phillips is the best all arround from england ...., ginger backer was an amazing jazz player like mitch michel and paice plays rock but is amazing..., some drummers of jethro tull were amazing too....
It's like comparing Ferrari to McLaren to Lamborghini etc. At the World Class Level it comes to a matter of one's personal taste. - So there's really no point in comparing. We ALL clicked because Gary is World Class. 🥁🏁
Ahh, the interactions in this guys!! :-) So poetic, so storytelling. I can see you painting the picture and making up the motive as you go - constantly adding colours, constantly reacting, responding, exploring. Magnificent as always! Much love to you Gary!!
He is the white Tony Williams!! First saw him live with the guitar god Allan Holdsworth, later with Level 42, then playing keyboards/drums with another guitar god John McLaughlin. He is incredible
Gary you get the best tone out of pearl’s I have ever heard! The kit sounds killer and I always love your drumming so no shocker that his is also killer! Time to break my free floater maple 6.5” back out after hearing how perfect yours sounds!
Amazing! Gary is on my top 5 list he always has been one of my favorites - Please tell me Mr. Husband, what on Gods green earth are you doing at 2:30 to 2:43? I've heard you do that before I think and I think you did it on your instructional video but I cant tell what you're doing is it inverted doubles or something? I don't know but I know one thing and that is its probably an easy sticking pattern its just that you've personalized it and developed it into an intense dynamic and climactic way of phrasing like only you can - Its an energetic from the soul rawness when you play that is rare - Its a Tony Williams kind of energy its so musical and alive Gary, Tony and their kind are truly blessed - Please tell me what's happening at 2:30 to 2:43
Im so sorry about your friend Chick Corea, You guys had such a common bond, both fierce monster players on both instruments. , Im so sorry you lost Chick and Alan. Im so sorry .
Such a different style from vinnie's recording ,yet equally satisfying. When you are on this level of genius, it doesn´t matter the approach, it will sound amazing nonetheless. You guys are aliens, eternal legends.
There's a reason why Gaz was chosen to join Level 42 when Phil decided to leave, and a reason why Pete was chosen to put a new spin on things when Gaz decided to leave. All 3 drummers are highly skilled and all of themput their own individual stamp on the songs each and every time they've been performed over the past 4 decades!
Oh … well, y’know, it’s Billy Cobham if accurate due acknowledgment is to be paid. 1974 a whole generation of us all soaked up the inspiration of BC. I’ve always loved my periods with bigger, double sets. What a set of sonics! In my case, just same old me just with a whole lot more drums. A large kit is a big statement, and I love it too, though I’m just as at home with my six piece or even four piece sets. Thanks 🙂🙂🙏🙏
Always inspired ... Gary, would you care to share your recording techniques and equipment for your kit playing? You have such an instantly recognisable sound ( obviously that’s 99% you) but I’m sure many of us would be interested .... Peace ..
Thanks Avenger! I appreciate it. I’ve really covered everything to as greater degree as poss on the Videocasts, since many have asked. This one garyhusband.com/item/my-kit-your-kit covers a lot - we’ll release one concerning miking and recording soon too. There’s another one concerning everything of this whole composition City Nights - play alongs, analysis and associated Holdsworth rarities etc - at garyhusband.com/item/track-analysis-city-nights 🙏😀👍
@@GaryHusbandKeyboardsandDrums Thanks so much! It’s an amazing tom sound your getting from just a few 57’s. I’ll check out those links ( I wasn’t aware of them until now, thanks for sharing) ... Very best wishes 🥁
My relationship with the Zildjian company had run it’s course Anthony. My only regret is not having gone to Paiste sooner to be quite honest. They’re marvellous, and so are their cymbals 🙂👍
Thanks Orbay! I play Fred with Allan, Jan Hammer & Jimmy Johnson on my album Dirty & Beautiful (Volume 1) PLUS PLEASE NOTE * For all those interested in City Nights, there are charts and playalong mixes for either keys, guitar, bass or drums - plus associated Holdsworth previously unseen footage, in-depth analysis and stories from the recording at garyhusband.com/item/track-analysis-city-nights
Most kind thank you! I actually pretty much bring them to much the same ballpark methods of tension every time and arrive at the desired response quite quickly. I think the drums themselves have to take a lot of credit … and the way my touch works and blends with them! Again, kind of you, thanks 🙏
@@GaryHusbandKeyboardsandDrums Not kind, just pure facts :) I've been binge watching a lot of L42 stuff recently, and came across the 2009 show in Holland. I initially thought 'wow, the sound engineer is a bloody genius!' such was the quality of the drum sound, particularly the toms and cymbals, but whilst i still think they were, as it's probably one of the best live mixes i've ever heard, listening as i have to all of these recordings you've made, i've realised that the sound engineers job is made that much easier when you give him a kit that sounds like this already on a plate! :). P.s, You can have the best shells in the world, but it takes a good ear and feel to make them sound like this mate, it's very rare.. Having listened to pretty much every L42 live recording i can find, i think your time with them exemplifies the difference a world class drummer can make to a band, they were never better, before or since. A good drummer doesn't just have chops, he listens first, and plays with not only the tightness the rest of the members can rely on, but plays with the sort of dynamics that actually changes the way every member in the band plays, and that's where i think your strength truly is. You inspire and influence the musicality of those around you. All good musicians do this all the time, but when a drummer does it in a high energy band like L42 and with a bass player like Mark, it changes the game completely.. My hat is so off to you sir i may never put it back on! :)
"This is what improves my health" ...letting Gary" Sing the body electric"...........YES! side note would like to see the bass pedal to better understand your style? Man words are flimsy!!!
I just heard an interview with "the Master"(Allan Holdsworth) himself and he said: "Gary Husband's drumming in my music sounds as if I am drumming myself" That's about the best compliment you can get!
Thanks Erik. He was my brother and I felt the same with him. That musical relationship was just truly special, intensely close, natural & exceptional in my life. I believe it was for the both of us, and I was feeling him a lot on the day we recorded this. 🎈
@@GaryHusbandKeyboardsandDrums And we all loved listening to you, we still do by the way!
THAT is so lovely ! Why did I use that word ? I never use that word.
Gary is my favourite drummer every time I hear him play it fills me full of joy.
I've been listening to him play. Since I was a baby with my parents listening to level 42 and then when I got onto Holdsworth as a teen.
Gary , saw you in New York with Allan and Jimmy, many years ago
You touch my soul. Will never lose that feeling. thank you.
You're the man, Gary. Holdsworth's I.O.U. is one of my favorite records ever. Still sounds phenomenal all these years later and has a ton of edge.
Nice. Love that kit. Soo Crisp and Clean.
Gary always has the BEST drum tone !!!! He's a MONSTER of a human being, too.
I will NEVER forget having breakfast with you at the Delta Hotel in Sydney NS. In addition to Gloria and Bruce Aitkens, Denny Siewell was there as well. If memory serves, Ray Ayotte sat with us as well. The Cape Breton Drum Festival is gone, but the memories still linger.
Gary Husband's approach to drums is so unorthodox and imaginative.
I can't stop obsessing over your drumming
His drumming on "low levels, high stakes" (among others) changed the way I perceive drums entirely. Gary truly _plays_ the drums.
Thank you so much!!! I am flattered 🙂🙏
Thank you so much!!! 🙏
I am a metal drummer. Came across this by accident. Been playing over 50 years. This man is impressive as hell. The guy I heard try this same artist right before you - eh - not so impressed by him.
A truly beautiful looking and sounding old skool drum kit
Real poetry on drums!!!
The keys solo made me feel like Allan was there in the room. Very moving. Really nice to hear you playing through these songs Gary.
Level 42 was like a gateway drug for me into this much more intense music of yours and Allan's. I came and saw you do a drum clinic in Norbury of all places in the early 90s and it really spaked something in 17 year old me. I asked such a dumb question that night - "how many sticks do you break?", "oh, plenty" was your answer. haha
I was speaking to my former music teacher in Miami Fla and we both at your show in Ft. Lauderdale when u performed with Allan and we both agreed the show was mind blowing and you brought it that nite. Your my favorite drummer with holdsworth especially on the IOU album so much like Tony Williams the drum sound!!!
legend.. world class.. top bloke.
One of the best cymbalists on the planet. x
Absolutely LOVE Gary's style. And that kit is about as close to the last kit I ever owned as it could get. Had a red 9-piece Tama Rock Star - double bass, 4 mounted, two floor, snare and all the hardware. His style reminds me a lot of the great Simon Phillips, so hard driving yet musical, in the pocket and melodic. He's brilliant.
Amazing. So tragically underrated
You're one of my all time faves Gary and such a humble guy I hear! God Bless U!
You made my day Gary! I have been on a Allan Holdswoth kick lately trying to find every 'Rare Recording' of his that is out there. He was one of the all-time Master's. And your drumming serves him proudly!!!
Beautifull!.... Go Gary Go!!
Big hug from John (Schröder) 😊
I really did enjoy this, Mr Husband. It’s always a pleasure to see you play either here or live. Hard to believe I first saw you playing with Barbara Thompson’s Paraphernalia back in the late 70’s before you became global. With much respect and thanks.🌞🙏🇬🇧🌞
once again my mind is blown.i've been following your playing,seen you play many times, and just been a huge fan of yours for 30 years and i can honestly say these last few video's you have posted have captured you playing better than ever.incredible performance once again that shows you really do belong up there with some of the greatest musicians ever.and to be at that level on both keys/piano and drums is just something else....
It’s so awesome being able to see you play live like this. We used to have to wait a year or more for you guys to come back through our towns!! Really inspiring playing Gary 👍🏼
Thank you !!!
Phenomenal drummer and phenomenal piano player. I have great admiration for Gary's musicianship, work and collaborations.
Out of this world! The energy! Thank you Gary!
Hi Gary,
As always, it is fantastic!!!
Richie
Simply beautiful Gary
U r an awesome musician Gary..it s a pleasure to hear u play music
This is NOT the few pints of Beaver (brewed by Belvoir Brewery, Old Dalby, Leicestershire) talking here but, Gary Husband is the the best drummer to come out of the UK ever! There...I said it.
But Bruford.....
@@Bawookles now gavin...., but is a lot of amazing drummers from england....jon hiseman also plays fussion and was really really good, carl palmer dont play fussion like them but have more technique than bruford...., simon phillips is the best all arround from england ...., ginger backer was an amazing jazz player like mitch michel and paice plays rock but is amazing..., some drummers of jethro tull were amazing too....
Simon....
When I was a kid I thougt Gary Husband was only substitute for Wackerman or Colaiuta when they were not available. -- What a mess!
It's like comparing Ferrari to McLaren to Lamborghini etc.
At the World Class Level it comes to a matter of one's personal taste.
- So there's really no point in comparing.
We ALL clicked because Gary is World Class. 🥁🏁
Always great to see you play.
Ahh, the interactions in this guys!! :-) So poetic, so storytelling. I can see you painting the picture and making up the motive as you go - constantly adding colours, constantly reacting, responding, exploring. Magnificent as always! Much love to you Gary!!
Yes, yes, yes. All that 🥢
So so amazing
I love Alan Holdsworth, great drumming and Keyboard! 👍🏻🎸🍊
He is the white Tony Williams!! First saw him live with the guitar god Allan Holdsworth, later with Level 42, then playing keyboards/drums with another guitar god John McLaughlin. He is incredible
Wow... thank you... ... so fun to watch and to hear you play this wonderful song.
love Allan´s music, love your drumming, Gary !
Not Allan’s music Thomas, (mine), but thanks anyway for your kind words sir! 😀👍
@@GaryHusbandKeyboardsandDrums Thank You very much, Gary !
Great track from one of Allan's best albums and great performance and composition from Gary as always! Thank you!
Amazing Playing Gary!!
Gary you get the best tone out of pearl’s I have ever heard! The kit sounds killer and I always love your drumming so no shocker that his is also killer! Time to break my free floater maple 6.5” back out after hearing how perfect yours sounds!
This is so amazing 🔥 that blend of drum parts with music is phenomenal.
Fantastic Gary!
Wonderful !
Amazing! Gary is on my top 5 list he always has been one of my favorites - Please tell me Mr. Husband, what on Gods green earth are you doing at 2:30 to 2:43? I've heard you do that before I think and I think you did it on your instructional video but I cant tell what you're doing is it inverted doubles or something? I don't know but I know one thing and that is its probably an easy sticking pattern its just that you've personalized it and developed it into an intense dynamic and climactic way of phrasing like only you can - Its an energetic from the soul rawness when you play that is rare - Its a Tony Williams kind of energy its so musical and alive Gary, Tony and their kind are truly blessed - Please tell me what's happening at 2:30 to 2:43
AWESOME performance here Sir Gary!!!
Im so sorry about your friend Chick Corea, You guys had such a common bond, both fierce monster players on both instruments. , Im so sorry you lost Chick and Alan. Im so sorry .
Maestro..thank ypu
beautiful, powerful stuff gary! you're an inspiration.
Fantastic drumming. Killer tone...
great sounds!!!! thank you
If I had the money I would come over there and get a decent lesson!!!!!!!!!!!
VEry Nice Gary
AMAZING ❤🔥
From the man who wrote it! Great playing!
Such a different style from vinnie's recording ,yet equally satisfying. When you are on this level of genius, it doesn´t matter the approach, it will sound amazing nonetheless. You guys are aliens, eternal legends.
Ur amazing
There's a reason why Gaz was chosen to join Level 42 when Phil decided to leave, and a reason why Pete was chosen to put a new spin on things when Gaz decided to leave. All 3 drummers are highly skilled and all of themput their own individual stamp on the songs each and every time they've been performed over the past 4 decades!
This is REALLY SMOKIN Sir Gary!!! What is that ride cymbal?! Love it!!
Going after the Simon Phillips type setup? Love it!
Oh … well, y’know, it’s Billy Cobham if accurate due acknowledgment is to be paid. 1974 a whole generation of us all soaked up the inspiration of BC. I’ve always loved my periods with bigger, double sets. What a set of sonics! In my case, just same old me just with a whole lot more drums. A large kit is a big statement, and I love it too, though I’m just as at home with my six piece or even four piece sets.
Thanks 🙂🙂🙏🙏
Billy Cobham started it. yes i know Gary! you were many and i love your work
Awesome drumming! I love those fast ghost notes played on the snare! Have you played proto cosmos from Tony Williams' Believe It album?
Wow !
Always inspired ...
Gary, would you care to share your recording techniques and equipment for your kit playing? You have such an instantly recognisable sound ( obviously that’s 99% you) but I’m sure many of us would be interested ....
Peace ..
Thanks Avenger! I appreciate it. I’ve really covered everything to as greater degree as poss on the Videocasts, since many have asked. This one garyhusband.com/item/my-kit-your-kit covers a lot - we’ll release one concerning miking and recording soon too. There’s another one concerning everything of this whole composition City Nights - play alongs, analysis and associated Holdsworth rarities etc - at garyhusband.com/item/track-analysis-city-nights
🙏😀👍
@@GaryHusbandKeyboardsandDrums Thanks so much! It’s an amazing tom sound your getting from just a few 57’s. I’ll check out those links ( I wasn’t aware of them until now, thanks for sharing) ... Very best wishes 🥁
damn i want to learn drums
Great sounding kit. I have a question I've always wanted to ask did Miles Davis try to recruit Allan into his band?
No..Allan was too tall...
❤
The boom stand for that china cymbal is hanging on for dear life...
Yes 🔥
A W E S O M E ! ! ! I love the mic setup. I see 4 x SM57, 2 x Beta52 perhaps? and... what else? Some overheads there? Any room mics?
Great performance 'Ary, but you might want to consider editing the title 😉.
I appreciate it, thank you! Fixed 🙂👍
Fantastic. And love that hot red kit. Pretty big drum sizes too. 10,12,13,14? Or 12,13,14,15, toms? 22 or 24 bass drums and 14 and 16 floor toms?
Why did you switch from Zildjian Cymbals to Paiste cymbals?
My relationship with the Zildjian company had run it’s course Anthony. My only regret is not having gone to Paiste sooner to be quite honest. They’re marvellous, and so are their cymbals 🙂👍
😎👍
if you have a record of a fred track, would you share it? Mr. Husband
Thanks Orbay! I play Fred with Allan, Jan Hammer & Jimmy Johnson on my album Dirty & Beautiful (Volume 1)
PLUS PLEASE NOTE * For all those interested in City Nights, there are charts and playalong mixes for either keys, guitar, bass or drums - plus associated Holdsworth previously unseen footage, in-depth analysis and stories from the recording at garyhusband.com/item/track-analysis-city-nights
Gosh how not as good this sounds without allan on guitar🥴
Still good to hear & educational as always
Your ability to tune drums is equal to your playing of them :)
Most kind thank you! I actually pretty much bring them to much the same ballpark methods of tension every time and arrive at the desired response quite quickly. I think the drums themselves have to take a lot of credit … and the way my touch works and blends with them!
Again, kind of you, thanks
🙏
@@GaryHusbandKeyboardsandDrums Not kind, just pure facts :) I've been binge watching a lot of L42 stuff recently, and came across the 2009 show in Holland. I initially thought 'wow, the sound engineer is a bloody genius!' such was the quality of the drum sound, particularly the toms and cymbals, but whilst i still think they were, as it's probably one of the best live mixes i've ever heard, listening as i have to all of these recordings you've made, i've realised that the sound engineers job is made that much easier when you give him a kit that sounds like this already on a plate! :). P.s, You can have the best shells in the world, but it takes a good ear and feel to make them sound like this mate, it's very rare..
Having listened to pretty much every L42 live recording i can find, i think your time with them exemplifies the difference a world class drummer can make to a band, they were never better, before or since. A good drummer doesn't just have chops, he listens first, and plays with not only the tightness the rest of the members can rely on, but plays with the sort of dynamics that actually changes the way every member in the band plays, and that's where i think your strength truly is. You inspire and influence the musicality of those around you. All good musicians do this all the time, but when a drummer does it in a high energy band like L42 and with a bass player like Mark, it changes the game completely.. My hat is so off to you sir i may never put it back on! :)
@@mymodel6 Wow,
Well my appreciation of all your feelings there and kind comments. Thanks greatly 🙂🙏
👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
what if gary h and steve hunt formed a band with rush
Do you mean Rush the band? Or is Rush some other individual instrumentalist?
the band
Wish he would go a lot easy on the crashes and it might have been my type of drumming to listen to.
"This is what improves my health" ...letting Gary" Sing the body electric"...........YES! side note would like to see the bass pedal to better understand your style? Man words are flimsy!!!
núsica horrible?
That long sleeve is driving me mad:D
@@rusamene It drove me crazy too! It was an unfortunate choice of top to wear while recording, that’s for sure!
@@rusamene It drove me crazy too! It was an unfortunate choice of top to wear while recording, that’s for sure!
effen monster