Photography Songwriting Drumming Skateboarding
Ken Hada Daily Drumming 504 Stick Control Exercise 1-4. Stick Control as taught to me by Murray Spivack. Whether it was a single, double, triple, or quadruple note he asked that every note sound the same. Here are some drum-related writings from kenhada.com
Ken Hada Song When We Were All Together. On November 18, 2022, I composed an electronic instrumental song using my DAW. Firstly, I completed a rough mix, eagerly anticipating the day when I would finally get to listen to it. That day arrived on June 4, 2023. As the familiar melodies filled the air, I was immediately struck by a profound realization. Upon the second listen, the song evoked strong memories of my family, transporting me back to a time when we were all together.
Consequently, inspired by this newfound connection, I made the decision to create a video that would effectively convey the importance and impermanence of family bonds. Building upon that idea, I sought to incorporate aspects from alternative photography techniques into the visual representation. Notably, I aimed to utilize elements like light leaks, emulsion lifts, and film photography looks to enhance the overall aesthetics.
Transitioning further, it is crucial to mention that while the imagery in the video centers around my own family, the essence of the song transcends individual experiences. It speaks to the universal concept of family, touching the hearts of audiences who can relate to the profound emotions and shared moments that come with familial bonds. The video, when combined with the evocative music, serves as a poignant tribute to the beauty and fragility of all families, emphasizing their significance in our lives.
Creating Ken Hada Song When We Were All Together was a opportunity for me to explore my feelings and work on the artistic process. You can listen to this song as well as others I have made were you listen to streaming media. Apple Music, Spotify etc.
Ken Hada John Stamos 1982. I made this photograph just before John Stamos became famous. In fact, at this time we would go to Los Angles for his auditions. Eventually, we would do something in Los Angles. Further, one of our favorite things was the stunt show at Universal Studios. Additionally, this picture was shot with my Nikon F2a. Finally, yes I still know John Stamos.
Ken Hada Daily Drum Journey is an exploration of drumming. In the first place, I am a drummer who played for most of my life. After, my dad died I quit drumming. Finally, 20 years later I am drumming again. And by the way, I am 59 years old and yes I am drumming again. Finally, if you used to play an instrument you might want to pick it up again and see if you get some enjoyment from playing.
Lately, I have been playing around with 6/8. And I ask myself is 6/8 just 2/4 in disguise? In a word, I still don’t know for sure. But I like playing drums in 6/8.
Although I am a drummer I have an interest in songwriting. And I will program some chords into Logic Pro and record live drums. In the example below I am exploring the Chillwave music genre.
And other times I will use midi to trigger synths or samplers. In the example below I am triggering a sampler with the signal from the kick drum.
I also trigger sound modules or synths via an electronic drumpad. In the example below I am playing chords from a Drum Kat.
I also practice drum styles. In the example below I am working on John Bonham’s triplet style.
And I am not the type of drum channel that only shows drumming in a highly practiced state. I record and share my practice success and failures.
And I have a lot of drummers who support my drumming. Brooks Wackerman did a podcast with me. And Brooks gave me the drumset that I use in most of my drum videos. John Stamos and I have been playing drums together since 1980. and we still play drums together to this day. I met Greyson Nekrutman at John Stamos house and he has been a drumming inspiration ever since. Curt Bisquera and I met over skateboarding of all things. Curt has been a generous supporter of my drum journey for years. John Wackerman taught me so many things about drums for most of my life. John Terby played many live shows for my band (while I was singing). There is nobody better than John Terby.
Ken Hada Daily Drum Journey has brought a huge thing. For one thing, it got me plsying and recording myself drumming. Which helps me see the parts of my drumming that needs improvement and further exploration. Second, it got me talking about drums.
In fact, John Stamos convinced me to create a video about what drumming has done for me. And my girlfriend and daughter made great efforts to help me produce this video. I hope to share that in the future.
Follow my drum journey here on Youtube. Finally, if you are disconnected from your journey I hope you find your way back.
Ken Hada Joey Grijalva 6/8 Space Jam! First, I have been exploring the time signature 6/8. Second, I invited Joey Grijalva to come over for a jam. Further, this jam is over a bass progression I wrote on Logic X Pro. Additionally, Joey and I have been playing music together for decades and were in a band called Shoot The Moon in the 1990s. Finally, with wrong notes, and turned-around beats we give you this jazz odyssey known as 6/8 Space Jam part 3 of 6!
Exposure Skate 2022 returns the most amazing skate contest I have ever seen. First, the level of skating has risen to a new level. For instance, in the past, an advanced trick would have been a once-in-a-contest-moment, and now it happens every run. Further for me, it was inspiring to see this new level of skating. Third, the crowd was screaming every time the skateboarders pushed the new levels of skating. And finally, it was amazing to see Exposure back again. Of course, we all missed this special-giant skateboarding event.
The enormity of this event is overwhelming. Given that, my only complaint about Exposure is that you feel like you can’t experience the whole thing. In fact, I feel that Exposure could be broken up into 3 events. That is to say, one event for each skateboard category.
I am so grateful that Exposure Skate 2022 returns! Because it reminds you that anything can be done and that hope prevails. Thank you to everyone who makes this “hope” happen.
Finally, here are some pictures I took at Exposure Skate 2022. In fact, I have taken pictures at every Exposure event.
Practice or Marketing which will lead to a profession in drumming? Devote 80% of your time to getting jobs. And 20% of your time to becoming a better drummer. Or Devote 80% of your time to practicing drums. And 20% of your time marketing your drumming?.
Drummers stick together. Just the other day I posted a video of me learning a John Bonham beat. That night legendary drummer Curt Bisquera text me an audio clip (that he made). And this clip helped me learn the beat.
In addition, drummer John Stamos and I have been playing drums (over the internet for a couple of months. First, he received a drum clip from a very famous drummer from the past. Second, we work on that and other drum things daily. Finally, the last time I played this amount of drums with Stamos on the daily was high school 40 years ago.
In conclusion, drummers stick together. I wonder if other types of musicians have the same disposition?
DrumKat, Roland Vintage Synth, and an acoustic drum set to work on song ideas. These clips are from the first 15-20 minute of me working with Electronic Drums. In addition this is the first time I have played electric in 30 years.
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