“New decade. New year. New goals. New energy.”

Brian Frasier-Moore is one of the GOATs in the pop music scene. He has been a major player in the business for nearly three decades and has worked with some of the biggest names in pop. Another aspect of Brian that is quite exceptional is his ability to continue adapting and also innovate within the industry. I am not kidding when I say that BFM World will soon have VR capabilities for students. You will hear more about it in this episode.

I interviewed Brian at the Victoria Drum Festival all the way back in episode 118. It was my first time meeting him and the interview went great. We had a really nice time breaking bread and having some drinks together at the dinner table with our friends after the interview. It was an incredible moment that I won’t soon forget.

The theme of that interview was something that I felt was unique and Brian said that he had not experienced an interview quite like it before. I took some of Brian’s “gems” and we got talking about some of the ideas and concerns that he has addressed in the past. I wanted to have Brian on the show again simply because he has such a real attitude. He tells it how it is and it is all based on considerable amounts of experience. So, we went with some newer “gems” and we get down to some very real subjects and break down some big issues here.

In this episode:

You will hear about…

• Adapting to the times and VR innovations for BFM World
• Social media and lack of authenticity
• How this is year affecting Brian’s goals and ambitions
• Why people don’t want to pay for content
• The “old you” and how people can hold you to that standard
• Brian’s new signature snare from Pearl drums

Why you should listen:

This is not evergreen content, which means that we are talking a lot about the times we are currently living in. This was recorded during the COVID crisis, however not during the BLM protests after George Floyd’s death. So, keep that in mind when you are listening.

Overall, we need to self-evaluate. What are your relationships like with people and technology? Do people hold you to old standards when you are indeed making a strong effort to be the best version of yourself? Would you consider supporting more creatives in the industry who are providing us with music, apparel, or other collectibles? Did you have big dreams this year that have been somewhat crushed by the events happening in the world? If you reflected on any of these questions, consider deeply listening to this conversation.

This is literally Brian and I just hanging out and being real about some big subjects. I hope that you enjoy the ride.

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Are you stuck playing the same beats over and over and don’t know what to do next? Brian Frasier-Moore’s ‘two-bar repeat’ concept can help you with your creativity.

Here’s what you do:

Bar 1: Play a beat
Bar 2: Repeat the last beat
Bar 3: Play a different beat or theme
Bar 4: Repeat the last beat
Bar 5: Etc.

Your mind has to move quickly enough to focus on what you just played, while creating what you’re going to play next. It gets easier as time goes on – try this non-stop for a few minutes.

This exercise can help you break away from your existing repertoire and allow you to create something new. As Brian says in the video, “The longer you go, the more that you find out about yourself.”

If you like this tip, click here to check out Brian’s free 1-hour drum lesson “The Chops Inside the Groove”.

Brian Plays:
Pearl Drums
Sabian Cymbals
Evans Drumheads
Vater Drumsticks

About Brian:
After looking at his extensive list of accomplishments, it’s no surprise that Brian Frasier-Moore is one of the most sought-after drummers in the music business. Having played with artists such as Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Christina Aguilera, Usher, and Janet Jackson, Brian knows exactly what it takes to record and perform with the big names. One of his biggest, most recent accomplishments was performing with Justin Timberlake at Super Bowl LII in 2018!

Chops-master Brian Frasier-Moore is back with a catch-you-off-guard groove. In this video, you’ll see his right hand putting the hi-hat hits on the ONE e and A TWO. A relaxed left hand brings in a subtle drag – or “lazy buzz” – immediately after the initial hi-hat hit. The right hand comes over to the snare to play the strong backbeat while Brian peppers in some double strokes on the bass drum.

You’ll get the best feel with a bold and aggressive right hand and a soft, gentle left hand dropping the buzz. The ‘anxious’ hi-hat pattern, combined with a relaxed backbeat, gives this lick a nice tension and release effect.

Give it a try, and then check out Brian’s course on Drumeo Edge.

Follow Brian here:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bfmworld
Twitter: www.twitter.com/BrianFrasierM
Instagram: www.instagram.com/bfm22

Brian plays:
Pearl Drums: http://pearldrums.com
Sabian Cymbals: http://www.sabian.com
Evans Drum Heads: http://www.evansdrumheads.com
Vater Drum Sticks: http://www.vater.com

About Brian:
After looking at his extensive list of accomplishments, it’s no surprise that Brian Frasier-Moore is one of the most sought-after drummers in the music business. Having played with artists such as Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Christina Aguilera, Usher, and Janet Jackson, Brian knows exactly what it takes to record and perform with the big names. One of his biggest, most recent accomplishments was performing with Justin Timberlake at Super Bowl LII in 2018!

When you have chops like Brian Frasier-Moore, your drums become your playground. In this unbelievable solo, Brian pulls out all the stops: tasty hi-hat grooves, swift linear combo fills, and a flow that only a master can muster. Check out his dynamics and quick footwork at 1:50!

Want more? Watch Brian break down some of his techniques in his free 1-hour drum lesson “The Chops Inside the Groove”, then take it even further with his gospel chops course on Drumeo Edge.

Brian Plays:
Pearl Drums
Sabian Cymbals
Evans Drumheads
Vater Drumsticks

About Brian:
After looking at his extensive list of accomplishments, it’s no surprise that Brian Frasier-Moore is one of the most sought-after drummers in the music business. Having played with artists such as Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Christina Aguilera, Usher, and Janet Jackson, Brian knows exactly what it takes to record and perform with the big names. One of his biggest, most recent accomplishments was performing with Justin Timberlake at Super Bowl LII in 2018!