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Alex Rudinger - Bad Wolves - "Toast To The Ghost"

I was (very) recently contacted / hired by Bad Wolves to learn their set list. Their drummer, John Boecklin, hurt his back, & they were unsure if he'd be able to continue on tour. I learned ten songs over three days & was asked to remain on standby. Thankfully, in the week that followed, John's back started getting better, & he was able to push through. John & I got to talking a lot via text during that time and he is an INCREDIBLY nice guy. Needless to say, I'm glad that he was able to continue with his band!
I recorded a few videos of my favorites from the set - "Toast To The Ghost" is up first! These songs are fun as HELL to play - the outro to this one is HEAVY! If you haven't heard of Bad Wolves, check out their debut album "Disobey" - it rules. In general, it was great getting to know / talking to some of the members - they're all incredibly professional & very nice guys. Additionally, their cover of "Zombie" by The Cranberries, & what they're doing with the proceeds (donating them to the family / children of Dolores O'Riordan) is truly amazing. Very standup guys to say the least!
Mixing for this video was done by fellow Tama Artist / Sick Guy / GOOD BUDDY Anup Sastry. Anup killed it on the mix - drums are all natural except for the kick which is a natural / sample blend (ratio: 80% natural, 20% trigger). If you're looking for mixing / engineering work, please contact Anup using the email below -
anupsastrydrums@gmail.com
This is the first video I've done using my beautiful new Tama SLP Dynamic Kapur kit. Specs are as followed -
10x6.5
12x7
14x12
16x14
22x16
14x7 John Tempesta Signature Snare Drum
Meinl cymbal setup is as followed (from left to right, if sitting behind the kit) -
18" Byzance Brilliant Medium Crash
14" Byzance Traditional Medium Hi-Hats
19" Byzance Brilliant Medium Thin Crash
20" MB20 Heavy Bell Ride
18" Pure Alloy China
Remo Drumheads used in this video -
Coated Emperor over Hazy Ambassador on Snare
Clear Emperor over Clear Ambassador on Toms
Coated PS3 over Fyberskin Reso on Kick
I proudly endorse Tama Drums, Meinl Cymbals, Remo Drumheads, Vic Firth Drumsticks, Vratim Drumshoes, Reflexx Practice Pads, 64 In-Ears, Gator Cases, Trick Pedals, & Tunerfish Luglocks.
Feel free to follow me on your desired social network(s)!
/ alexrudingerofficial
/ alexrudinger
/ rudyrudinger
www.AlexRudinge...
As always, thanks for watching & stay tuned for more !

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  • @66Samus
    @66Samus6 жыл бұрын

    Oh yurrrr daddy thats heavy shit

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    In the words of YOU my homie - OHHHH YURRRRRRRRRR! 😂😂😂 You rule brotha, I hope you are well!

  • @johnnyboy5004
    @johnnyboy50046 жыл бұрын

    I just want you to know how much this entire community appreciates you and everything you do Alex. You are an inspiration and an awesome performer.

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    Dang dude, thanks man - truly means a lot.

  • @JakeDavisDrums

    @JakeDavisDrums

    6 жыл бұрын

    Johnny Boy absolutely agreed!

  • @magrildz

    @magrildz

    6 жыл бұрын

    Agreed! Alex is a beast!

  • @brutalvocalcovers

    @brutalvocalcovers

    6 жыл бұрын

    tru

  • @DariusKhan

    @DariusKhan

    6 жыл бұрын

    Seconded - amazing drummer amazing guy - respect

  • @magrildz
    @magrildz6 жыл бұрын

    There are some drummers that I watch that make me think "that's one kick ass drummer". But with Alex the only thing I can think is "holy fuck I gotta go play drums now". His drumming is so badass that it ignites a spark that makes my body and soul crave for drumming... That's how kick ass and inspirational this dude is.

  • @michelelaspina249
    @michelelaspina2496 жыл бұрын

    The bell of death 3:45

  • @jzargomzalmo7701
    @jzargomzalmo77016 жыл бұрын

    You're not a good tiger, you're a bad wolf!

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hahaha, the irony of leaving a band called "Good Tiger", & then being asked to fill in for "Bad Wolves" immediately after, is not lost upon me. A funny coincidence to say the least.

  • @griffincl

    @griffincl

    6 жыл бұрын

    You're no longer in Good Tiger?

  • @mattiamelis4015

    @mattiamelis4015

    6 жыл бұрын

    facebook.com/GoodTigerOfficial/posts/2069776599954100

  • @griffincl

    @griffincl

    6 жыл бұрын

    Ah damn, well that's bittersweet. Whatever is best for you Alex!

  • @VioletAOP416

    @VioletAOP416

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hey, Alex. I’m starting a band called Morally Ambiguous Lions. Would you like to join?

  • @EBjeebies1081
    @EBjeebies10813 жыл бұрын

    I keep coming back to this every once in a while because god DAMN that outro just PUMPS me full of adrenaline

  • @QuincyKane
    @QuincyKane6 жыл бұрын

    Alex Rudinger: The Human Drum Program

  • @TylerAFE

    @TylerAFE

    4 жыл бұрын

    Quincy Kane Morris like a cheat code

  • @StahlmetallerM
    @StahlmetallerM6 жыл бұрын

    The drumming aside, this is probably the most lovely, caring, complete and professional video description I've read in a while.

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    Dang dude, thank you so kindly for saying that (& for taking the time to read it). Respect where respect is due ya know - the guys in B.W. contacted me & hired me to learn the set "just in case". A job is a job, & I am immensely appreciative of any work that I can get as a musician (also... the songs are WAY fun to play! Haha). They were incredibly professional the whole time, very communicative, & generally super nice. I didn't even mind in the SLIGHTEST that they didn't end up needing me. In fact, they were so nice that I was just happy to know that John was doing OK & was able to finish off the tour with HIS band. A couple of weeks later, they invited me out to the Baltimore date on the tour, so I went & met them / hung in person too. Great guys, great band, & great experience. Good people RULE !

  • @johnreeves3876

    @johnreeves3876

    6 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear that's how it went down.

  • @bebettoninja
    @bebettoninja6 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely killer as always Alex!

  • @tiagobertollini3632

    @tiagobertollini3632

    4 жыл бұрын

    SEUS FODAS !

  • @JamieDrumz
    @JamieDrumz6 жыл бұрын

    I like the flatness of the mix. It's very dry and warm and clear. Very natural sounding which for me is a nice change. Absolutely flawless drumming as always

  • @JustinOhio
    @JustinOhio6 жыл бұрын

    You're such a badass dude... I hope Drumeo has you on some day.

  • @joebento5087
    @joebento50874 жыл бұрын

    I cannot stop watching this video. Absolutely flawless!

  • @ricklandre5023
    @ricklandre50233 жыл бұрын

    Been watching and loving this talent for years now. Just wondering what kind of person would actually hit the thumbs down??? Whatever dudes. Take a hike! Alex RULES🤘🏻

  • @EBjeebies1081
    @EBjeebies10815 жыл бұрын

    I routinely come back to the video just to hear how absolutely monstrous your drums sound on this song. That snare is so fucking tight dude 🤘🏻🥁 🤘🏻

  • @neutronstar6
    @neutronstar66 жыл бұрын

    alex i have been following you since your lotus eater cover.... other than westmoreland you are my top go to drummer. looking forward to the next band you join.. keep up the Instagram stories.

  • @zachburns7086
    @zachburns708611 ай бұрын

    my dad first showed me this cover when it first came out, still one of my favs

  • @frozd58
    @frozd586 жыл бұрын

    Awesome playing and great attitude in the description and comments . It is very nice to see a true professional spreading such a positive energy !

  • @ppaweluz
    @ppaweluz6 жыл бұрын

    I live this fucking song! Pure awesomeness!

  • @SheldonKreger
    @SheldonKreger6 жыл бұрын

    This kit is approaching the top of my list for my next pickup!!! Great to hear it, excellent recording.

  • @darranschnepf8076
    @darranschnepf80762 жыл бұрын

    Absolute animal on the kit,best I've seen and always will be I reckon,that is totally insane how you do what you do,all I can say is wow,absolutely wicked

  • @imyourgodmachine
    @imyourgodmachine6 жыл бұрын

    Simply outstanding!

  • @lucasfukuisilva7021
    @lucasfukuisilva70216 жыл бұрын

    Best drummer in the world

  • @felixgarstka
    @felixgarstka6 жыл бұрын

    Keep it up and I'll be your fan forever Alex!

  • @NikkeK
    @NikkeK6 жыл бұрын

    Killer snare! Sick playing as always :D

  • @manugentoodrums
    @manugentoodrums6 жыл бұрын

    Easy to identify, it's definitely Anups snare sound of choice! For the longest time i've been listening and following you its an easy job for me to identify whether if it's Anup or Nolly's mix. Great Drumming as always Rudi!

  • @JeanDenisCote
    @JeanDenisCote6 жыл бұрын

    I had only heard the cover of "Zombie" by that band and didn't like it very much. But I had no idea what they really sounded like. This song changed my mind, I think I'll like them a lot!

  • @sidthecopdrummer
    @sidthecopdrummer6 жыл бұрын

    Bro you are such an amezing drummer... I fllow all ur videos.... Such a flawless n sick player u are..... The most neat & clean (drumming wise) I hv ever seen..... Ur feet works like Mechine... Keep on going... Lots of love form India 🇮🇳 Hellyeah \m/

  • @danieletrullu2384
    @danieletrullu23846 жыл бұрын

    Perfect.

  • @BionicleSaurus
    @BionicleSaurus6 жыл бұрын

    Those new Kapur shells are soundin' TIGHT AF.

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    Heck YEAH doode ! #Tama

  • @yuricroscenko9767
    @yuricroscenko97676 жыл бұрын

    Hey Alex! You should do a lesson about speed and consistency on Double Bass, you are so tight and clean with your footwork, amazing! And this new Tama Kit is incredible 😍

  • @musicmann12
    @musicmann126 жыл бұрын

    Incredible song, incredible play through, incredible story. Inspirational all around. Thank you for this!

  • @JayKayProductions
    @JayKayProductions6 жыл бұрын

    Well, the new video is up I start watching it and just end up clicking like after 20 seconds. This happens each time so yeah, you're good/god :)

  • @hawknasty696
    @hawknasty6966 жыл бұрын

    you and John are both incredible drummers im so glad ive gotten to see you both live before

  • @unmasked90
    @unmasked906 жыл бұрын

    it's great to see you with a nice ride cymbal...

  • @retrorenaissance9497
    @retrorenaissance94976 жыл бұрын

    hows Alex Rudinger doing these days? Oh, still killing it as usual.

  • @Anselmodemattos
    @Anselmodemattos6 жыл бұрын

    what a legend...

  • @gh0stn0tez
    @gh0stn0tez6 жыл бұрын

    LOVIN' Anup's mix here. Love that signature punchy attack that he likes to capture on all the drums. Don't understand why people are complaining.

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    Right ?! I love his mix here - I was STOKED when he sent it to me. Glad ya dig it dude!

  • @ShittyCut
    @ShittyCut6 жыл бұрын

    Good God. This is amazing!

  • @HoffmanPlaysGames
    @HoffmanPlaysGames6 жыл бұрын

    Holy fuck. Groovy and heavy. Gotta check out this band.

  • @felix936vario
    @felix936vario6 жыл бұрын

    Just killin it, nice job. \m/

  • @Jundrm
    @Jundrm6 жыл бұрын

    I see a trick pro v-1 big foot? I love every new video, totally inspire me

  • @MarkusVidDatorn
    @MarkusVidDatorn6 жыл бұрын

    From Good tiger to bad wolf, I love it

  • @AstroKing_XX23
    @AstroKing_XX236 жыл бұрын

    That one foot blast!!! 👟

  • @migueldahlstrom
    @migueldahlstrom6 жыл бұрын

    I for one like the mix, not what i'd go for on an album, but the crispy clear sound feels quite appropriate for a drumming video... Awesome work as always, Alex! Keep em coming

  • @antonslonkin
    @antonslonkin6 жыл бұрын

    Very very very cool man!!!

  • @joelmartin3213
    @joelmartin32136 жыл бұрын

    Good stuff as always main like this one too

  • @coopersimmsvlogs498
    @coopersimmsvlogs4986 жыл бұрын

    Dude, this sounds awesome!

  • @brutalvocalcovers
    @brutalvocalcovers6 жыл бұрын

    That end is so heavy.

  • @Nomad_OG
    @Nomad_OG6 жыл бұрын

    Delicious! as always

  • @jfsb9531
    @jfsb95315 жыл бұрын

    What a beast of a cover! That breakdown at the end is so sinister, amazing cover man!!

  • @romusromulus
    @romusromulus6 жыл бұрын

    magnificent

  • @xionico3317
    @xionico33176 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful Mr Rudy

  • @haarperthehoplophile7652
    @haarperthehoplophile76526 жыл бұрын

    Hory chit I'ma have to check out bad wolves now, this song sounded sick af

  • @Kyp031
    @Kyp0316 жыл бұрын

    I love that new slp line of drum kits tama is doing. this was my favorite sounding kit out of the reveals. good shit.

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks brotha! & yeah - the SLP kits honestly rule. Had no idea what to expect from this kit when I got it. Needless to say, I was very pleasantly surprised. Tama is THE BEST !

  • @benmathieson46
    @benmathieson466 жыл бұрын

    FUCKING YEAH!

  • @HorstFucks
    @HorstFucks6 жыл бұрын

    Fucking raw sound, love that!

  • @joelchastain4707
    @joelchastain47076 жыл бұрын

    Amazing! The new SLP sounds killer

  • @qwerty233awk5
    @qwerty233awk55 жыл бұрын

    wowowowoowowow i love it

  • @snackpack2191
    @snackpack21916 жыл бұрын

    Good tiger suited you well but I can’t imagine what you’re planning next. Goodness. Thanks you for being a drummer. Live out the dream my friend only because you deserve it.

  • @ScaryTerry44
    @ScaryTerry446 жыл бұрын

    I can't believe how good your kick sounds. atomic precision as usual, I think this might my fav one so far. also never heard if these guys before so I checked em out, I'm feelin it 👍

  • @riccardoperlatti1773
    @riccardoperlatti17736 жыл бұрын

    bravissimo, Grande

  • @RobKingRC
    @RobKingRC6 жыл бұрын

    The Man🤘👊🤘

  • @andyham6094
    @andyham60946 жыл бұрын

    This kit sounds great, but imo your Tama starclassic B.B. sounds the best by far, and then my second favorite is your Tama silverstar kit, then this dynamic kapur kit would come in third. Still an amazing kit and sounds absolutely great but I prefer the sound of your other two kits more. But I love to switch up kits too. Sometimes it gets stale playing the same kit all day everyday every time. If you have numerous kits it is very inspiring to set up a different kit every once in a while and rotate them and then obviously have your main kit for main big shows, studio recording, then have at least a backup kit to either rehearse with or keep at your rehearsal spot or to tour and gig with or use for smaller shows. My main kit a 5 piece Tama starclassic B.B. hyperdrive kit, backup second kit is a Tama silverstar, and third kit is a Tama superstar. Can’t go wrong with Tama!

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    Yeah man, I feel you! To be honest though, I"m not sure which I like best yet. I need to track with this one a couple more times before I decide, but I quite liked how it turned out here. They're all different & unique in their own ways though, & in general I just love tracking different drums / kits to try new stuff out (I am a nerd, what can I say!). Just wait til ya'll see / hear the kit I ordered recently... should be here sometime late August...!!! ;)

  • @andyham6094

    @andyham6094

    6 жыл бұрын

    Alex Rüdinger yeah that’s why I always follow you cause you nerd out on gear just like I do, especially Tama and meinl gear. Your new kit you ordered?!? Tama star kit? Or Tama starclassic bubinga? My guess is a Tama starclassic bubinga or starclassic maple but the bb’s will always be my favorite since that’s what I have in these hyperdrive sizes which I am obsessed with. Bbs are my favorite drums in the world. Damnnnn now I’m excited to see what it is. Huge fan of you bro. My band Marzy maddox had Anup mix drums for us and the album came out great. Anup is really becoming a great engineer and mixer as well as drummer. He also played drums on the new album before I joined. The drums in this video have the same qualities as on our record Catching Up to Massimo. Tama and a Meinl all day.

  • @pavlosgalanis
    @pavlosgalanis6 жыл бұрын

    awesome dude!!!!!!

  • @kimesmore5552
    @kimesmore55526 жыл бұрын

    Those Blasts just ... WOW

  • @raymond6739
    @raymond67396 жыл бұрын

    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @Jerseab0y
    @Jerseab0y6 жыл бұрын

    Great cover. Your story reminds me of JP Bouvet filling in for Periphery when Matt Halpern was out and had to learn an entire set list in a very short amount of time.

  • @adamr6811
    @adamr68116 жыл бұрын

    Ive been following you since the Threat signal days mate, you are the best drummer on the face of the planet. It’s ridiculous hahaha. Nice work as always brother 🙏

  • @NabilKarsheh
    @NabilKarsheh6 жыл бұрын

    Bow on your knees and obey the mighty Rüdi!

  • @TheDrummerKick2
    @TheDrummerKick24 жыл бұрын

    HEAVY

  • @BlackStainsBand
    @BlackStainsBand5 жыл бұрын

    THIS IS AMAZING!!

  • @Sueizi0
    @Sueizi06 жыл бұрын

    Can’t understand why people are shitting on Anup’s mix . I think its amazing. Cymbals are crisp and shiny sounding bass drum is short sounding and snare is cracky just as it all should be in pair with Alex’s fast and selective drumming. Love u Anup ❤️

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    Doode, same - I was absolutely stoked on Anup's mix. He killed it! & thanks man! 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

  • @boxcpl
    @boxcpl6 жыл бұрын

    Love to see run for your life.

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    I did in fact learn that one (it's WICKED fun too)! But I didn't track it, at least not yet. If people are really diggin' these three that I tracked, perhaps I'll record some more in the future (seeing as how I've already learned them all 😂). That's actually my favorite song on the album, too.

  • @johnddouglass
    @johnddouglass6 жыл бұрын

    Hell yeah dude! Great job!

  • @maxstevanus28
    @maxstevanus286 жыл бұрын

    That kick drum is 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @samuelkdrums
    @samuelkdrums6 жыл бұрын

    Good Tiger(s), Bad Wolves lol ;) Awesome drumming as always Rüdi. // Sam

  • @apbpinedo
    @apbpinedo6 жыл бұрын

    dude !! you look like alex rudinger , now thats a badass drummer

  • @TylerAFE
    @TylerAFE4 жыл бұрын

    That one foot blast may be easy for some, but it is difficult for me. I commend you for the practice it probably took you to be so good at it.

  • @gutostumpf
    @gutostumpf6 жыл бұрын

    Animal!!!!🤘🤘🤘

  • @hightechterror2859
    @hightechterror28596 жыл бұрын

    This song is fucking sick, your drumming rules and lowkey... your hair is pretty on point

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    Duuuuuude! Hahaha THANKS man. I like to try & keep the fade on point... I've come a long way since the MAN-BUN days ;) !!! Haha.

  • @markyanish1188
    @markyanish11886 жыл бұрын

    So fucking good man 🙏🏽

  • @pgloosh6624
    @pgloosh66246 жыл бұрын

    🤘

  • @therevanchist2123
    @therevanchist21236 жыл бұрын

    I hope you do Learn to live !!

  • @MusaTariq25
    @MusaTariq256 жыл бұрын

    Killin’ it, man!

  • @robertbeasley469
    @robertbeasley46911 ай бұрын

    Clean as fuck!

  • @MarcelGieseColorist
    @MarcelGieseColorist6 жыл бұрын

    Awesome one Dude! 🤘🏽

  • @waveemann8857
    @waveemann88576 жыл бұрын

    Idk how often you take suggestions for stuff to cover, but every time I watch one of your vids I wish I could see your take on one of Conjurers tracks. The way you hit would be perfect for what they play. You doing Retch would be insane.

  • @Mitchfogartysessions
    @Mitchfogartysessions6 жыл бұрын

    That Pure Alloy china sounds great.

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    It's quickly becoming my favorite of all the #Meinl China's

  • @AntonFranzon
    @AntonFranzon6 жыл бұрын

    Insane in the brain

  • @LuccaMassa
    @LuccaMassa6 жыл бұрын

    Somebody lost weight! Lol, Great job as always, keep it up Alex.

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    Haha, I did - almost 15 pounds. Touring, a lengthy break from the gym, & general stress will do that 😂. Startin' to put a little bit back on, but in general am trying to stay a bit more lean! & thanks brotha, glad ya dig it 🤙🏼

  • @LuccaMassa

    @LuccaMassa

    6 жыл бұрын

    Alex Rüdinger I wish the stress make me lose weight instead of lose my hair! 😂😂

  • @PedroRWeis
    @PedroRWeis6 жыл бұрын

    Oss !

  • @kimerlend3093
    @kimerlend30936 жыл бұрын

    Love your vids so fackin much

  • @ChrisJenkinsDrums
    @ChrisJenkinsDrums6 жыл бұрын

    Aw yeahh

  • @mr_wessumz
    @mr_wessumz6 жыл бұрын

    Long as that dopey Rudy dance is somewhere in the video, it's a damn good video. Also the drumming's pretty good.

  • @yd9000ef
    @yd9000ef6 жыл бұрын

    🤘🤘 Get’er done boi 🤘🤘

  • @brett-1261
    @brett-12615 жыл бұрын

    your snare sounds immaculate

  • @jaxchancellor4907
    @jaxchancellor49076 жыл бұрын

    How tf does he lean forward when he’s doing ankle on double bass? so talented..

  • @Chrime71
    @Chrime716 жыл бұрын

    Still impressive Alex ... at 3'05 .. i'm found of your double bass drum :-)

  • @kylejamusic
    @kylejamusic6 жыл бұрын

    hey there was a bonus meme at the end!

  • @mdterps1042

    @mdterps1042

    6 жыл бұрын

    😂😂😂

  • @AaHo0102
    @AaHo01026 жыл бұрын

    Sick video and song! It would be dope if you could fill in on Drewsif Stalin's live band.