Derek Roddy Clinic Review QLD 7.5.12
Posted by Allans Billy Hyde , Wednesday, May 9, 2012 10:16 AM
In an unusual move for a clinic, there was a support act – Resin Dogs’ and Wolfmother’s Dave Atkins. Dave played a string of tunes to slick backing tracks ranging from hip hop mixes through to straight up rock. Atkins’ playing was solid and entertaining with a fluid style and powerful stroke.
At the end of his set, Dave engaged in a quick Q&A, which left the crowd in stitches, with Dave’s very unique and humorous approach to his life on the drums.
Then, it was Derek Roddy’s turn. Wasting no time, he launched into some epic metal tracks, which had the crowd in awe of his precision power and speed. It was then Q&A time again, which the crowd participated in enthusiastically. Roddy again blew the roof off the joint with a few more tunes from his metallic career, displaying endurance not normally found in even the most athletic of today’s metal drummers.
As a special ‘Australia only’ last hurrah, Dave and Derek jammed until the end, trading fours on grooves ranging from bossa nova to double kick duelling.
Ever the metal-brethren’s old mate, Derek hung with the crowd afterward, signing skins, taking photos and fielding more questions from fans.
We can’t wait to see Derek on these shores again, perhaps in the context of one of his amazing bands? Until then, thanks Derek!
- Derek Roddy plays Meinl cymbals exclusively
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