Like most of my Bears Unlimited friends I've got quite a few diverse interests and hobbies, but I am unique in that I'm the only serious drummer in Bears Unlimited. I've got drumming in my blood and there are few things I like better than to settle myself in front of my drum kit and crash out a few rhythms (I've learnt not to do this too early in the morning though!)
Of course, drumming on your own isn't as much fun as playing with a band. I'm in the process of getting the Bears Unlimited band together and up to performing standard, but we're not quite there yet. I was, therefore, particularly pleased when my friend Wade invited me along to a gig his band was doing last night.
Wade is the drummer with a band called 'The Usual Suspects'. They play some great rock numbers and it is sometimes hard to tell their renditions from those of the original artists - not bad when we're talking the likes of Elvis and the Stones. Here I am with Wade giving him a hand and about to get the full force of the music (it was very loud!)
During the first half I impressed Wade so much with my musicianship that he let me do a guest drumming spot in the second half. I had sole control of the drums for King of the Road and Ride around Sally. The adrenalin really flowed and I had the time of my life.
At the end of my spot I was parched so downed a large beer in record time. I hope I can do it again soon (both the drumming and the beer).
If you live in Norfolk look out for The Usual Suspects appearing at a venue near you. If you don't live in Norfolk, it may be that I've got the Bears Unlimited band up to scratch for a spot in the Performance cafe at the next Greenbelt. Keep your eyes and ears open.
Lots of love, Chelmer xxx
2 comments:
Dear Chelmer,
We loooooooooooooooove youuuuuuuuuu and your drumming! Actually, get rid of the bloke behind the drums, I understand he's no good.
Love,
Wade and Birgit
P.S. Lesley, Jeremy, you're mad!
Chelmsie! Mate!
Where was ya all day? Your mobile is switched off, you don't answer your emails. And I really needed a reliable bear today! Nobody paradiddles like wot you do, and you should have been debbing for me at the Queen's Head tonight. But I suppose you're slumming it with the Stones somewhere. Wot a life....when are you going to grow up?
Wade (and Birgit - P.A.)
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