I'm inspired by anyone who's honest in their own expression, people who truly beat to the rhythm of their own drum.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
For better or worse, I've always tried to march to my own drum and tell it like it is, while preserving some integrity and style. God, I'm fabulous!
Not everybody likes or understands a drum solo, so I like to bring in effects and sounds to keep their interest.
I consider every drummer that ever played before me an influence, in every way.
I've always seen my drumming as lyrical anyway.
I like to be one of those drummers who actually add to the music, not one of those guys who sit in a room 24/7 trying to outwit or outplay another drummer.
I think at one time every drummer wanted to play like Krupa or wanted to win a Gene Krupa drum contest. This is the big inspiration for drummers and naturally it has to be the same way for me.
People can be inspired the way I've been inspired by music.
I try to keep my ear to the streets without sacrificing who I am as an artist. If a song needs a drum machine I'll use a drum machine. If it needs a drummer, I'll use a real drummer.
I like drums, really, if they're under control.
I feel like being into the beat of your own drum has become too prominent in the culture.