OMG ! See the spaces are tight and the cymbals are flat and everything is close? That setup is called The Lazy Hardcore. The idea is to move your elbows as little as possible for speed and precision! I have used a version for 40 years lol A forgotten trick is the Sabian high hats. Top secret to get a sweet sound but be precise hardcore 16th notes .20 in ride for fast music too. Zildz Ks work perfect
For anyone who doesn't already know and is curious, this man is a _fantastic_ recording engineer who has made many incredible records at his studio that he mentioned, "The Blasting Room." The amount of incredible, generational, inspirational records this guy has been a part of making in one way or another is impressive to say the least.
Honestly, bless him for his admissions of where he might lack as a drummer.. This man is truly a beast and has influenced my world so intensely, but to be able to say how he feels he lacks, like double bass, but to still not just knock it simply because it's not something he utilizes.
About 15 years ago. I went to an ALL show in Columbus, Ohio. Hung out with the whole band for a couple hours after the show and they were some of the coolest and nicest people I've ever met. We owe Bill and company so much for the music they gave the world.
"I like playing more curvy" Gonna be using this line from now on haha. I agree, some drummers tend to stick just to timekeeping and forgetting that the drums are an instrument in themselves as well. Bill is a consummate professional, great video.
He is not only an amazing drummer but, his songwriting(lyrics) are some of the most relatable, sincere and often gut wrenching things ever put to paper. And then he tops it off with songs about farts. Legend
I was just at the blasting room a couple months ago and got to mess around with that Bell brass he’s talking about it absolutely weighs at least 40 pounds and sounds amazing
Mr. Stevenson has a very unique 'voice' on the drums, similar to Derek Grant from Alkaline Trio. Nuanced air-drummers can recognize both of those musicians within a few bars of a song, but those voices aren't easily replicated, and they will never be reproduced. And that's how it should be.
11:45 There’s a bottle of automotive Lucas Slick Mist Fast and Easy Speed Wax. Do Bill and other drummers use this to clean/shine their kits? PS - Descendents and Bill are amazing
I really enjoyed this, BUT! I was totally disappointed there was no talk about Bills ride cymbals, that's such a huge part of his sound ans he's been so consistent with threw since the beginning. Maybe next time 🤷♂️
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OMG ! See the spaces are tight and the cymbals are flat and everything is close? That setup is called The Lazy Hardcore. The idea is to move your elbows as little as possible for speed and precision! I have used a version for 40 years lol A forgotten trick is the Sabian high hats. Top secret to get a sweet sound but be precise hardcore 16th notes .20 in ride for fast music too. Zildz Ks work perfect
We honestly owe this dude so much. He has devoted his life to what we now call pop punk music. So glad he is still out doing it
So happy to see Bill playing after all he's been through in the last 15 years!
seriously! and he CRUSHES live. So amazing and inspirational!
For anyone who doesn't already know and is curious, this man is a _fantastic_ recording engineer who has made many incredible records at his studio that he mentioned, "The Blasting Room." The amount of incredible, generational, inspirational records this guy has been a part of making in one way or another is impressive to say the least.
One of the absolute GOAts of punk drummers, man
He's drumming creativity with ALL, blows every other project out of the park. Bill is a treasure
Allroy’s Revenge is a perfect album.
Allroy saves as well.@@ColeWheeler4Lyfe
Bill is a beautiful Human being - listening to him talk about everything in such friendly and open ways made me smile.
That's awesome! Thanks for watching!!!
Love seeing Bill be recognized as such an important drummer!
Absolutely!!
Oh man, so much respect to Bill. His playing on those Black Flag records is huge to me.
Bill! So unique!
Spectacular drummer and songwriter!
Honestly, bless him for his admissions of where he might lack as a drummer.. This man is truly a beast and has influenced my world so intensely, but to be able to say how he feels he lacks, like double bass, but to still not just knock it simply because it's not something he utilizes.
I love how he has his kit set up. Bill Stevenson the master.
He is a absolute hero for me. Just love every beat of this dude. Amazing Interview. Thanx!
Glad you enjoyed it! Honored to get a rundown with such a punk hero!
Bill is a gift to mankind.
I saw the descendants documentary “film age” recently and have nothing but the upmost respect and love for Bill ! What a trooper and a talented man
About 15 years ago. I went to an ALL show in Columbus, Ohio. Hung out with the whole band for a couple hours after the show and they were some of the coolest and nicest people I've ever met. We owe Bill and company so much for the music they gave the world.
Refreshingly original, unconventional and inspiring. This guy approaches drumming and music as an absolute artist with a concept ❤
I love Bill.
Blasting room and his work with Only Crime. Absolutely incredible. The Decsendants are dope aswell
Great guy and one of the best drummers ever. In my top 3.
"I like playing more curvy"
Gonna be using this line from now on haha. I agree, some drummers tend to stick just to timekeeping and forgetting that the drums are an instrument in themselves as well. Bill is a consummate professional, great video.
That curvy line is legendary for sure! HAHA I feel like we can all take that one!
where all my curvy drummers at!?
One of my favourite drummers of all time
wow man Bill is just a treat of a human being, maybe one of the most relatable drummers ive seen on this show
So cool!
This was awesome! Keep Groovin' the passion guys!
My gawd, I love him. So awesome. 🐐🥁
What a cool, down to earth and subtly hilarious guy! This was great!
Glad you dug it!
Bill’s the Man.
Legend. Thank you for everything Bill!
Living legend!
ABSOLUTELY!
Bill is a hero.
The Legend himself
Bill Stevenson is an absolute GOAT!!!
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This was amazing!
Will never forget the first time I heard Coffee Mug and Eunuch Boy as a kid.
MUG MUG MUG!
Bill fucking rules...not just the drummer but prolific songwriter and producer. The entire genre owes so much to Bill. These are The All-O-Gistics...
Great interview! Bill Rules! Always!
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Legend 🤘
Thank you so much for interviewing him! 🤩
An absolute pleasure! Thanks for watching! 🦾
What a cozy looking kit!
He is not only an amazing drummer but, his songwriting(lyrics) are some of the most relatable, sincere and often gut wrenching things ever put to paper. And then he tops it off with songs about farts.
Legend
Saw them in el paso tx., geez, had to been bout 83-85? Kids they were, SoundSeas was the name of the place, Badass!!!
WHOA! That rules!
The Boss 🤘☕
A good drummer needs a good tech 😉👊
if I had set this up it would have been perfectly straight...
Finally showing some love to the goat himself Bill FUCKING Stevenson
What a cool, unexpected episode!
definitely an honor to get this one done!
Bill the man.
Bill just gave a free lesson 🫡
MASTER CLASS!
Would love to see an interview with Matt Best, drummer of Sleeping With Sirens and Tonight Alive. Absolutely incredible drummer
I will add him to the list!
getting the credit he deserves.
Handsome ass Jarrad talking to one helluva legend 🙌
aww, thanks bb. miss you!
Bill is a legend.
I was just at the blasting room a couple months ago and got to mess around with that Bell brass he’s talking about it absolutely weighs at least 40 pounds and sounds amazing
Bell Brass snares are super rad! Super heavy, and super rad! LOL
I throw righty and kick lefty.
Yessss!!!! Mug mug mug
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The G.O.A.T.
The best and the godfather of pop punk….
King
NEVER CLICKED SO FAST IN MY LIFE
Bill is a humble guy , like the neighbor next door You would drink coffee and do bong hits with
Mr. Stevenson has a very unique 'voice' on the drums, similar to Derek Grant from Alkaline Trio. Nuanced air-drummers can recognize both of those musicians within a few bars of a song, but those voices aren't easily replicated, and they will never be reproduced. And that's how it should be.
⚡️🤙🏼⚡️
The gold standard of hardcore drumming
points for the Hans Condor shirt
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11:45 There’s a bottle of automotive Lucas Slick Mist Fast and Easy Speed Wax. Do Bill and other drummers use this to clean/shine their kits?
PS - Descendents and Bill are amazing
I have no idea what that was being used for! I can certainly follow up with the techs and confirm!
747 is the same diameter as 5as, just a bit longer in length.
Thanks!
I really enjoyed this, BUT! I was totally disappointed there was no talk about Bills ride cymbals, that's such a huge part of his sound ans he's been so consistent with threw since the beginning. Maybe next time 🤷♂️
It’s an A custom possibly a ping ride. That’s just what I’m hearing though
@@rklss_andrey 👍
Someone get this man a fucking cymbal deal so he didn't have to borrow stuff! Zildjian I'm looking at you
4:09 Jealous Again?
I want to know if the man rhino is sitting in the back by bill
Promark rebranding 3 times over the last decade, changing model names, and discontinuing a bunch of stick models is ruining their brand image.
Father and son? :)
mug mug mug