Jess Bowen Hears Rage Against The Machine For The First Time
Drumeo・10 minutes read
Jess Bowen from The Somerset feels nervous about playing unfamiliar songs, particularly heavy music with breakdowns and double bass. However, she appreciates the challenge and authenticity of performing songs she hasn't heard before, like "Bulls on Parade," finding inspiration in other drummers' interpretations.
Insights
- Jess Bowen, a drummer, embraces the challenge of playing unfamiliar songs, finding inspiration in the freedom it offers and the unique interpretations drummers can bring to the music.
- She highlights the value of stepping out of her comfort zone, even if it means struggling with the structure of a song, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and personal growth in musical performances.
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Recent questions
How does Jess Bowen feel about playing unfamiliar songs?
Nervous
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Summary
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Drummer Jess Bowen tackles unfamiliar songs bravely.
- Jess Bowen, drummer of The Somerset and other artists, expresses nervousness about playing unfamiliar songs.
- She discusses her fear of heavy music with breakdowns and double bass.
- Jess appreciates the format of playing songs she hasn't heard before, inspired by Chad Smith and others.
- The format involves removing drums for total freedom, followed by comparing the original song to the drummer's version.
- Jess performs "Bulls on Parade" by Rage Against the Machine in one take without prior knowledge of the song.
- She struggles to follow the song's structure but enjoys the challenge and authenticity of her performance.
- Despite not knowing the song, Jess appreciates the experience and acknowledges the different interpretations drummers bring to songs.
