This is super sweet. I feel like over the years I've watched you totally grow into your own style, and while you still have your self doubts (mostly probably due to the internet reminding you constantly of things that don't matter) I think you're finally starting to realize how good a drummer you really are. Having the opportunity to get some really positive feedback and partially the fact that these drummers treat you as a peer in the interviews should hopefully do something with that self doubt. I basically got admitted to jazz school because of you. Had this channel not existed, I definitely wouldn't have had the courage or interest to learn more challenging things on the kit. You have broadened so many horizons without fully realizing that fact, and it's nice to see you finally gaining more confidence in your abilities. Love the videos as always, thanks for continuing the 80/20 dream, a lot of us appreciate you as much as I voice but don't have the time to write this long of a comment :)
Hi Nate, I am a long time follower and a « client » of your coaching course (I probably have to redo it). This humble comment is only to say that your new formula « invite a star with taking the insane risk to perform one of his songs » is a wonderful idea. It permits to go so deep in their thoughts AND in your own working process. Congratulations Nathaniel Smith.
Amazing episode as usual. All that I want in life is to someday be adopted by Nate Wood. I'd love to see an interview with an up-and-coming guy like JK Kim. I find it to be super tricky to put my finger on his style. It feels like his ideas constantly shift right before I can fully settle in as a listener (which I love, keeps me on the edge of my seat)! Sometimes it feels more like a 'collage' of different fragments than a single groove or style. So colorful! Would love to hear your thoughts on this general approach!
Very cool talk about grip, and how players even after many years still work on their grip. I subscribe to the idea to practise and play a lot, and ignore the “oh I don’t like it when I…..”. Great video Nate!
What's your cymbal setup for this? Btw.. It is really impressive how you're putting yourself out there with these vids. Asking for constructive criticism from these guys takes guts and putting that out on youtube for all to see takes balls. You sir, have guts AND balls. As somebody who struggles with perfectionism in all aspects of life, it's nice to see people you admire admit they make mistakes.
… a few years ago I wrote a comment here of how you lacked Ego to build charisma… Well… I guess we all are witnessing you becoming “the Man”, and displaying your style with conviction. You don’t whisper anymore. You are speaking, and we are listening. 👍👍😎
I think this might be the first time I've heard anyone talk about the "grip" as it relates to the envelope of sound and the ever elusive "touch". I watched your video on the evolution of your grip ( th-cam.com/video/zNszyvTRh2Q/w-d-xo.html ) where you espouse its benefits for playing at loud volumes. After practicing with it after hearing Nate's comments I now have so many questions. In your experience with it, does it inherently work better for low volume and up tempo work than other grips? What about drop/catch? Anyway I think this being Nate's first observation regarding your transformation as a player and how the difference in touch affects the sound and dynamics of the drums/cymbals is low key blowing my mind right now. For sure will keep working with it. Maybe I'm just late to the party. Thank you both for bring this to light for me.
I checked... Nate recorded drums for Sting in 1995 being... about 16 years old, wow. I am so curious how this happened. Does aneebody know something about it?
This is super sweet. I feel like over the years I've watched you totally grow into your own style, and while you still have your self doubts (mostly probably due to the internet reminding you constantly of things that don't matter) I think you're finally starting to realize how good a drummer you really are. Having the opportunity to get some really positive feedback and partially the fact that these drummers treat you as a peer in the interviews should hopefully do something with that self doubt. I basically got admitted to jazz school because of you. Had this channel not existed, I definitely wouldn't have had the courage or interest to learn more challenging things on the kit. You have broadened so many horizons without fully realizing that fact, and it's nice to see you finally gaining more confidence in your abilities. Love the videos as always, thanks for continuing the 80/20 dream, a lot of us appreciate you as much as I voice but don't have the time to write this long of a comment :)
Good stuff! I really started getting into the fusion stuff when I found your channel, so big thanks for that! It has broadened my horizon a good bit.
I love how you changed the lights after the Mike Johnston podcast 😂
Hi Nate, I am a long time follower and a « client » of your coaching course (I probably have to redo it). This humble comment is only to say that your new formula « invite a star with taking the insane risk to perform one of his songs » is a wonderful idea. It permits to go so deep in their thoughts AND in your own working process. Congratulations Nathaniel Smith.
Great thoughts from Nate here. Interesting hear his thoughts. Interesting good perspectives. Next do Nate smith talks to Nate smith
I see Nate Wood, I click.
I LOVE THESE VIDEOS, KEEP UP THIS CONTENT IF YOU CAN, ITS GREAT!
Killer video!
I really enjoy your content!!! Keep it coming!!
Amazing episode as usual. All that I want in life is to someday be adopted by Nate Wood.
I'd love to see an interview with an up-and-coming guy like JK Kim. I find it to be super tricky to put my finger on his style. It feels like his ideas constantly shift right before I can fully settle in as a listener (which I love, keeps me on the edge of my seat)! Sometimes it feels more like a 'collage' of different fragments than a single groove or style. So colorful! Would love to hear your thoughts on this general approach!
Very cool talk about grip, and how players even after many years still work on their grip. I subscribe to the idea to practise and play a lot, and ignore the “oh I don’t like it when I…..”. Great video Nate!
What's your cymbal setup for this?
Btw.. It is really impressive how you're putting yourself out there with these vids. Asking for constructive criticism from these guys takes guts and putting that out on youtube for all to see takes balls. You sir, have guts AND balls. As somebody who struggles with perfectionism in all aspects of life, it's nice to see people you admire admit they make mistakes.
… a few years ago I wrote a comment here of how you lacked Ego to build charisma… Well… I guess we all are witnessing you becoming “the Man”, and displaying your style with conviction. You don’t whisper anymore. You are speaking, and we are listening. 👍👍😎
I think this might be the first time I've heard anyone talk about the "grip" as it relates to the envelope of sound and the ever elusive "touch". I watched your video on the evolution of your grip ( th-cam.com/video/zNszyvTRh2Q/w-d-xo.html ) where you espouse its benefits for playing at loud volumes. After practicing with it after hearing Nate's comments I now have so many questions. In your experience with it, does it inherently work better for low volume and up tempo work than other grips? What about drop/catch? Anyway I think this being Nate's first observation regarding your transformation as a player and how the difference in touch affects the sound and dynamics of the drums/cymbals is low key blowing my mind right now. For sure will keep working with it. Maybe I'm just late to the party. Thank you both for bring this to light for me.
Re one man bands, let's not forget about Steel Beans! Anyway, thank you for sharing. Good stuff!
This is a great ride.
Good idea. Pro reacting to vids. Thanks!
I checked... Nate recorded drums for Sting in 1995 being... about 16 years old, wow.
I am so curious how this happened. Does aneebody know something about it?
Love Nate Wood, he is great with Vulfpeck and Fearless Flyers
lol
Nice Nateborhood
This guy is a sleeper savant drummer. Wow what skill
Get Josh Jones the percussionist on
this is vladimir putin
funny how all i’ve been doing the past few days is transcribing nate wood drum parts and you post this😅🫠