Alex Rudinger - 'Let Me Down' (Oliver Tree)

I'd imagine that I'll get some haters for this video - primarily from people that follow my work that only seem to like the metal stuff that I do (Lol). But FRET NOT my metal friends - I've got PLENTY in the works that fits the 'metal criteria'. This vid is for the Lulz (& also 'cuz I quite enjoy Oliver Tree).

Similar to the Mario Kart 11/8 Jam that I did awhile back, I started hearing a more exaggerated / elaborated version of the song's original hi-hat parts (in my head) whenever I'd listen to it. So I expanded on those ideas, broke them up between two sets of Hi-Hats (right & left), & this is the result! 

I don't know why, but I really like writing these lil' compositions that consist of semi-unusual Hi-Hat parts that're broken up between multiple sets of Hi-Hats. LOL. & I threw on my SHADEZ as a nod to Oliver Tree's very silly, sarcastic, & generally unusual vibe. 

Mix was done by GOOD BUDDY Anup Sastry. I had him crank up the Hi-Hats quite a bit - just 'cuz they're kinda the focal point of the drum composition. As per usual, he did a wonderful job. If you're looking for any mixing / engineering work, I highly recommend reaching out to him - 

KIT SPECS

#Tama Silverstar Birch (with custom modifications) 

10x5.25
12x6.25
14x12
16x14
20x18
14x6.5 SLP Sonic Stainless Steel 

#Meinl Cymbals (from left to right, if sitting behind the kit) 

18" Byzance Brilliant Medium Crash
14" Pure Alloy Medium Hi-Hats
8"/10" Generation-X Electro Stack
10" Byzance Traditional Medium Hi-Hats
19" Byzance Brilliant Medium / Thin Crash

(Didn't need anything else for this song, so I took the rest of the cymbals off. Lol) 

#Evans Drumheads 
Toms - Clear G2 (batter), Clear G1 (reso)
Snare - Coated G2 (batter), Snare Side 300 (reso)
Kick - UV1-EQ4 (batter), Custom NBA-Themed INKED Head (made by Evans), w/ port (reso)

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I know I haven't posted a ton lately - I've been focusing on getting all these songs learned to go track the new Whitechapel album in a couple weeks time. After I get that done, I'll readily begin tracking some more new drum videos (have a buncha stuff I wanna do!). Until then (& as always), thanks for watching & stay tuned for more!

[barrettwittkamp]

Most underrated drummer I can think of . This guy is a legend

[redcap]

The video before this one: normal Alex
This video: The cooler Alex

[AverageD]

I just don’t get how you’re so precise and so good man. Like, I get practice. But you’re just built different man. Biggest inspiration for sure as a drummer

[mitchspicer]

Man, as a drummer, I get so much value out of watching you perform, no matter the genre. Seeing your take on anything is always inspiring.

[tomlambrou]

Love seeing drummers having this much fun with it!

[iDrunkRS]

0:33 Jesus Christ that type of fill is so hard to master. I think he and Blake Richardson are the only two I've seen actually pull it off.

[metagear]

The biggest advantage of being a Metal drummer is the insane chops that we can come up with for tracks like these.

[trevortressler]

Dude please do more shit like this. This was one of the sickest things I’ve ever seen from you and I’ve been following for like 7 years or something lmaooo

[hch]

That is the best most melodic use of the foot hand alternating fill I have ever heard.

[theguy]

As much as I am a metal guy, that's actually one of my favorite drum part you've done, among all your videos

[Aqib]

These are like a breath of fresh air once in a while.

I love the Eminem's one so much. SO GOOD

[earlsmurf]

Just discovered you like a week ago, not disappointed.

[aaroncaswell]

Not only is your playing tight, but your tuning fits the song so well!

[dancepartea]

This brightened up my night. Thanks for another great cover Mr. Rüdinger!

[ScaryMonster]

I came across your channel after watching a reaction video to your playthrough of Xenochrist a few weeks ago. I love to watch drummers get into the beat and see the facial expressions, pulls me into the song a little more and you sir are very fun to watch. Awesome job!

[alfonsomartinez]

Man i would really love to see you playing this kind of stuff too more often

[querildo]

holy shit those hi-hats were disgustingggg <3

[tgstk]

Cant stop listening to this !!
That double HH groove is so brutal!!

[IFKY]

It's literally not possible to play this cleaner.. you are so amazing to watch and hear it's breathtaking--rock on man!!

[laurd]

I usually watches your vids because of the metal songs. But man, that was SICK !