We all have our idea of the dream drum kit. The perfect snare, cymbals, hardware, the works! The reality however, is that a lot of us don’t have the means to have everything we want unless the church where we serve has a big budget or we go in the red financially to have it. …
What Cymbals Should I Use in Church?
So here’s something you will NEVER hear spoken in church, or anywhere, for that matter; ‘I just wish those cymbals were louder!!’ Cymbals are often thought of as the most offensive part of any drum kit, so let’s fix it!! I’ve played many cymbals that just make me cringe every time I go to hit …
Interview with Lecrae Drummer: Nate Robinson
Below is a transcript of an interview that I conducted with Nate Robinson, the drummer for Lecrae. Chris Bellamy: Hi Nate how are you? Nate Robinson: I’m great!! CB: Thank you so much for taking time to do this interview. NR: You’re welcome. CB: How long have you been playing drums and when did you …
5 Things Every Worship Drummer Should Know
Over many years of playing drums in various churches, I’ve come across many different drummers, varying from beginners to seasoned players. And yet I’m shocked at how many of them have totally missed the boat on what we’re trying to accomplish! So I’ve come up with 5 things that every drummer, from start to finish, should be …
Tuning a Drum Kit for Modern Worship
One of the things I am frequently asked about when I’m playing a show, doing a clinic, or just filling in at someone’s church is, “How should we tune our drums?” The more churches and drummers that I’m around, the more I realize that very few people feel confident in tuning drums. In most worship …