Sorry I've been out the past couple of months everybody. I've been hard at work finishing up a new studio space which I'm excited to share with you all next time! In the meantime, let's say goodbye to the good ole' storage unit. It's been real. If you'd like to take your drumming further, you can book a one-on-one online lesson with me here: jeffrandalldrumming.com
Waddup man I play in a metal box too and was thinking of hanging some stuff for a bit of treatment cause I thought a storage unit would cause issues, but I may try your route by focusing on mixing do you have any channels on yt to recommend for mixing in a tincan ? Thanks @jeff Randall
@@karllathan731 I don’t have a particular video or channel that I can recommend. I just watched a bunch of different videos to get a sense of what the “industry standard” approach to mixing is. Hope that helps!
Congrats Jeff! Storage units will always have a special place in my heart. When I was in stationed in Oklahoma, the cops ousted me out of my garage due to neighbor complaints. The storage unit was out in the middle of a cow pasture/rodeo and I would play after I got off of my swing shift, around 1am. I would play until 3am or so. Needless to say, I would always get unique visitors since the sound would carry very far.
This is done in Pittsburgh with whole bands using these for practice spaces. Often with multiple bands practicing at the same time on full blast on the same floor. We shared ours with 2 other bands. I imagine it would be the same in Nashville with so many artists I just dont think you knew this was a thing and to look for one.
Hey Jeff, from the worst space out there you managed to produce the best drum lessons on UA-cam, can't wait to see your next videos from a real studio. Really excited for you. All the best of luck
I’ve always been impressed with the level of polish and overall aesthetic/sound you achieved in that space. Congrats on the move, I’m excited for this next chapter!
The goat, always sticking it to the basics. You taught me so much the last few years, Jeff. I can honestly say I wouldn’t be where I am today without your channel bro
Hey Jeff, I did this as well in Santa Ana, California in an outdoor unit for a year of woodshedding until I got in a band and we acquired a great rehearsal room. It was truly a great experience in life.
You deserve a new studio, mate! Thank you for all free content over the last 10 years. You help me to improve my drumming so much. The most quality drum lessons on youtube.
Sounds like a nice guy. Love his feel and drum sound. Never knew it was a storage unit. Jeff just knows how to groove and make anything work. Good luck with the next chapter. Keep that open big sound
5-51 sounds like my tinnitus,So glad your on the up ,I’ve watched you work so hard over the years,you’ve also helped me a great deal in my drumming journey ) Thankyou
I appreciate your dedication and all your videos, totally worth it. You are one of the very few you do this with total modesty, and one of the very few who make it fun and interesting to watch and learn.
Gonna miss seeing you in this spot. I'm fortunate enough to find a storage unit spot in Nashville that encourages bands & musicians to practice. Thankful for the little space to rehearse.
I commend you, Jeff, and have gotten shed loads (pardon the pun) from your blogs. I hope that your new venture gives you the freedom and opportunities to broaden your horizons. Best of luck mate, you're a champion 🏆
Being in a storage unit myself, I feel the frustration! Haha. But we’re all still thankful to have a place we can drum in and call “the shed.” You’ve stuck it out long enough! Enjoy the new place😊 Thanks for all the storage unit advice over the years!
MY FIRST VIDEO FROM YOU....and subbed. This was fun! I am a drummer with no space to play my drums. They usually sit in storage, a 5x5 unit but recently I have been I given opportunities to play in jazz clubs and other venues so it really helps!
this place is in my opinion a part of your "brand". It´s crazy to think that it is basically a storage unit, because every time I watch your videos it feels like you are in space. Keep up your brand, my man!
Hi, Jeff. Three years ago, I saw your "Getting Great Drum Recordings On A Budget" video. I found your page while looking for proof of concept on the storage unit drum studio. At the time, my living situation was slated to change after a break up (townhouse with a basement to a one bedroom apartment) and I needed to find a space to practice drums. After seeing your video, I lucked out finding a storage facility with management sympathetic to my intentions. Reserved a 10'x15' with a block wall in the back of the unit, six feet from a power outlet in the hall, on the same level with a bathroom that site management gave me coded access to, and 24 hour access to the facility for an extra $5 a month. Framed out over the two sheet metal walls and shimmed to prevent vibration. Three years later, I still practice there and teach online one night a week (hi-speed mobile hot-spot for connectivity.) So, thanks for the inspiration, bro. Still use an AT-2020 as my overhead 😅
You know man your videos to me have always looked very honest but also professional. Seeing how you made them is really cool, and makes me respect you more! Congrats on the move
congratulations on your move! I've been so blessed by your videos. It's been wonderful learning the basics through your videos. I appreciate all the work you've put into doing it. It's definitely a labor of love. Best of luck to you!!!
You should check out that one knob waves plugin. It's called clarity or something. It completely gets rid of those background noises. Even though you're leaving the space, it can really save a recording and is helpful in a lot of situations
I'm so hyped for the new place. Watching you make the best out of this place really inspired me when I had to move in a flat, so I can continue to play drums even if it's in a cold lightless garage. But this week-end, I'm moving my drums to my girlfriend's parents house, and I'll be able to play as hard as I want again !
Great recap of your journey Jeff. Very inspirational. Greatness overcomes barriers. Excited to see what's next. Love your channel, your playing and your story.
Very cool video! Appreciate you sharing the annoying bits too! I’m an apartment drummer with occasional access to loud drums, and it can be a challenge to get all drum practise I need without spending all my time arguing with my neighbours. Congratulations to you for making that storage unit work for you for so long! You really made it works for you, I’m very impressed by the look and sound you managed to achieve there.
Hi Jeff, so happy to hear that you have a new space. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. You are my fave youtube drum instructor. Love all your videos! Please continue doing what you do. Looking forward for your upcoming contents! 🔥
Hi Jeff, this answer about Yamaha giveaway seems "copy-paste" on almost every comment, Your UA-cam account has maybe been attacked ? This doesn't look normal.
Congrats on your new space! I shared a larger storage unit with another drummer in L.A. back in the early ‘90s. Same situation, it wasn’t really allowed, but we got away with it, and management looked the other way. And yes, there were a lot of distractions! Can totally relate, ha ha!
Jeff Storage Randall is getting upgraded to Jeff Studio Randall! Congrats mate ;) My first room was a moist garage with no heating and no electricity. I almost grew a batch of mushrooms inside my kick, for real - it became fuzzy in there, I almost lost that drum shell. But you gotta start somewhere, you gotta learn somehow - that's all part of the journey. Super happy for you, Jeff!
I had a spot in a storage unit and it was a 24/7 access the owner was totally cool and just said after 5 no problem and weekends were fine. The whole band played there it was super loud and inside we hung carpet on the walls and floor problem solved and there was an open roof which gave a cool reverb effect because the spot was huge. Great times in the 90's Denver scene we had some great times in our spot, no complaints, thieves, cops, or other bands to try and drown out in a typical monthly rehearsal studio.
Looking for demos of Randall guitar amps, found this absolute beast of a drummer (you)! There's a lot to be said for suffering for your art. Whether having to play in a storage unit, a moldy basement, on shit gear, etc etc etc. Best of luck to you!
Kudos Jeff! I've followed your content for a few years now and just love it. How you approach the kit, the music, the beat --- you've got it! Thank you for sharing your content also. It's inspiring. I love seeing the light and energy in your expression and eyes, you clearly love what you do. And, yes, it is hard work but the rewards are coming. Keep drumming your heart out?! Al
Right on Jeff! I for one will be sad to see that place go, it always had such a recognisable vibe! Excited to see your new place and see everything set up 💪🏻
wow well done. You're really driven to be working around these constraints. most of all that ac time schedule... keep the heart in it and good luck in your new place!
I don’t know what it’s like to drum in a storage unit but I do know what it’s like to drum at American One Productions Rehearsal Studios in Woodland Park New Jersey. Absolutely amazing! All the gear is pristine🏆🥁👏🏻
Only recently found your channel and I’ve come to really like it. Great practical advice for playing, practicing, and growing on the instrument. Thanks for all your work… and best of luck in the new space. Looking forward to seeing it.
Hey Jeff, always loved your videos, glad you did a rundown on your rehearsal spot. I too used a storage unit for rehearsal for a couple years, not fun but I was just more than thankful to have somewhere to practice. I know the feeling of moving from a storage unit to a real rehearsal spot, but I cant imagine the feeling after doing it for 10 years. Excited for what you got planned
Awesome job dude, don’t play English music, more regional Mexican music, but music is music! Had some guys up in Madison Wisconsin practice in storage units too, remodeled everything too, drywall, painted it, and electricity. Except in the winter, it’s get cold and you know had to have my mom come out and make us coffee lol.
Congrats! Great things come to those who wait. The Jeffersons was a a favorite series their theme song Move on up alone says it. I'm sure we'll be impressed 😎 Stayin tuned. Best wishes!
I was in a storage shed band in college. Our drummer played out of his apartment until his duplex neighbor got pregnant. He asked the owner of the local storage shed if he could set up shop there, and the guy actually put in an extension cord to the unit. Cool. When the owner sold the business to a larger company, they adjusted the terms to where we had to get the largest size of the air conditioned units. The price kind of sucked, but it was at least spacious and air conditioned (coastal Georgia).
Those black sheets really did make your space seem much larger. Once you took them down I was like "Oh damn, that metal door is literally right in front of his face".
I noticed you’re playing a Yamaha steve jordan signature snare drum in some of the clips. I owned one for a few years (i had to part ways with it unfortunately due to financial reasons) and let me tell you..it was one of the best sounding snare drums I’ve ever played. It was my go to recording snare for the time i owned it and it never disappointed!
I started out in a storage unit. Completely bare, not even a drum rug. Tama Rockstar kit with Zildjian Scimitar cymbals, and because I was a singing drummer, I had a Sure 58 hanging from the rafters right in front of my face. The sound was crude to say the least. Oh and it was Summer in South Carolina, 100+ degrees. Aaaaah, the good ol days.
Sorry I've been out the past couple of months everybody. I've been hard at work finishing up a new studio space which I'm excited to share with you all next time! In the meantime, let's say goodbye to the good ole' storage unit. It's been real. If you'd like to take your drumming further, you can book a one-on-one online lesson with me here: jeffrandalldrumming.com
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽bravoooo !!!! Nothing more inspiring than witnessing growth. God bless you brother.
nice bro you are killing it and the production on the drums is beaut container or no container :)
Waddup man I play in a metal box too and was thinking of hanging some stuff for a bit of treatment cause I thought a storage unit would cause issues, but I may try your route by focusing on mixing do you have any channels on yt to recommend for mixing in a tincan ? Thanks @jeff Randall
@@karllathan731 I don’t have a particular video or channel that I can recommend. I just watched a bunch of different videos to get a sense of what the “industry standard” approach to mixing is. Hope that helps!
Great
Congrats Jeff! Storage units will always have a special place in my heart. When I was in stationed in Oklahoma, the cops ousted me out of my garage due to neighbor complaints. The storage unit was out in the middle of a cow pasture/rodeo and I would play after I got off of my swing shift, around 1am. I would play until 3am or so. Needless to say, I would always get unique visitors since the sound would carry very far.
This is done in Pittsburgh with whole bands using these for practice spaces. Often with multiple bands practicing at the same time on full blast on the same floor. We shared ours with 2 other bands. I imagine it would be the same in Nashville with so many artists I just dont think you knew this was a thing and to look for one.
Hey Jeff, from the worst space out there you managed to produce the best drum lessons on UA-cam, can't wait to see your next videos from a real studio. Really excited for you. All the best of luck
I’ve always been impressed with the level of polish and overall aesthetic/sound you achieved in that space. Congrats on the move, I’m excited for this next chapter!
The goat, always sticking it to the basics. You taught me so much the last few years, Jeff. I can honestly say I wouldn’t be where I am today without your channel bro
Hey Jeff, I did this as well in Santa Ana, California in an outdoor unit for a year of woodshedding until I got in a band and we acquired a great rehearsal room. It was truly a great experience in life.
yo mark, i know its late but you mind if i ask what sotrage facility? im lookin for a place haha
Dude I've been watching your videos for a few years and I couldn't be happier for you! Having a place to play your drums in peace is the dream
You deserve a new studio, mate! Thank you for all free content over the last 10 years. You help me to improve my drumming so much. The most quality drum lessons on youtube.
The humility of you playing in that storage unit keeps me watching....oh, plus your Grooves are SHAAAAWEET! 💪 Appreciate you Bro, God bless buddy!
I never even realized your space was a storage unit. I'm really happy for you Jeff! Hope to see a tour of the new space soon.
You push the boundaries of kindness and politeness! I wish you all the best! Thank you from Brasil 🇧🇷 !
Sounds like a nice guy. Love his feel and drum sound. Never knew it was a storage unit. Jeff just knows how to groove and make anything work.
Good luck with the next chapter.
Keep that open big sound
5-51 sounds like my tinnitus,So glad your on the up ,I’ve watched you work so hard over the years,you’ve also helped me a great deal in my drumming journey ) Thankyou
I appreciate your dedication and all your videos, totally worth it. You are one of the very few you do this with total modesty, and one of the very few who make it fun and interesting to watch and learn.
Gonna miss seeing you in this spot. I'm fortunate enough to find a storage unit spot in Nashville that encourages bands & musicians to practice. Thankful for the little space to rehearse.
I love that the employees were willing to help you out, way to hustle out there!
I commend you, Jeff, and have gotten shed loads (pardon the pun) from your blogs. I hope that your new venture gives you the freedom and opportunities to broaden your horizons. Best of luck mate, you're a champion 🏆
Nice and cozy. No neighbors to complain. Surprised more people don't do this. Thanks Jeff.
Being in a storage unit myself, I feel the frustration! Haha. But we’re all still thankful to have a place we can drum in and call “the shed.” You’ve stuck it out long enough! Enjoy the new place😊 Thanks for all the storage unit advice over the years!
what is your storage u it story?.. i guess i gotta just get out to my local u its and see if someone is cool enough to hook it up..
hard work always pays off man. your sacrifice is admirable
You could have played anywhere, and have been successful. Congrats! You kept me inspired, and playing through tough times. Thanks
You are one of the best teachers on you tube. Congratulations on the new space
MY FIRST VIDEO FROM YOU....and subbed. This was fun!
I am a drummer with no space to play my drums. They usually sit in storage, a 5x5 unit but recently I have been I given opportunities to play in jazz clubs and other venues so it really helps!
finally some fresh JEFF
this place is in my opinion a part of your "brand". It´s crazy to think that it is basically a storage unit, because every time I watch your videos it feels like you are in space. Keep up your brand, my man!
Great job. You are a perfect example of when preperation meets opportunity. Congratulations!
Wow thanks for the behind the scenes look and congratulations on the new space I hope it's awesome!
Hi, Jeff. Three years ago, I saw your "Getting Great Drum Recordings On A Budget" video. I found your page while looking for proof of concept on the storage unit drum studio. At the time, my living situation was slated to change after a break up (townhouse with a basement to a one bedroom apartment) and I needed to find a space to practice drums. After seeing your video, I lucked out finding a storage facility with management sympathetic to my intentions. Reserved a 10'x15' with a block wall in the back of the unit, six feet from a power outlet in the hall, on the same level with a bathroom that site management gave me coded access to, and 24 hour access to the facility for an extra $5 a month. Framed out over the two sheet metal walls and shimmed to prevent vibration. Three years later, I still practice there and teach online one night a week (hi-speed mobile hot-spot for connectivity.) So, thanks for the inspiration, bro. Still use an AT-2020 as my overhead 😅
You know man your videos to me have always looked very honest but also professional. Seeing how you made them is really cool, and makes me respect you more! Congrats on the move
congratulations on your move! I've been so blessed by your videos. It's been wonderful learning the basics through your videos. I appreciate all the work you've put into doing it. It's definitely a labor of love. Best of luck to you!!!
I've wanted this video for years, so cool. Very well done Jeff!
Congrats Jeff! Thanks for all the great videos you posted over the years from the storage unit. Can't wait for the ones to come from your new space.
Congrats! Looking forward to the new space!
You should check out that one knob waves plugin. It's called clarity or something. It completely gets rid of those background noises. Even though you're leaving the space, it can really save a recording and is helpful in a lot of situations
Looking forward to seeing the new place!!
You are an inspiration. Thank You!
I'm so hyped for the new place. Watching you make the best out of this place really inspired me when I had to move in a flat, so I can continue to play drums even if it's in a cold lightless garage. But this week-end, I'm moving my drums to my girlfriend's parents house, and I'll be able to play as hard as I want again !
Great recap of your journey Jeff. Very inspirational. Greatness overcomes barriers. Excited to see what's next. Love your channel, your playing and your story.
Jeff, I really appreciate your attitude - you deserve all the best, best of luck!
Very cool video! Appreciate you sharing the annoying bits too! I’m an apartment drummer with occasional access to loud drums, and it can be a challenge to get all drum practise I need without spending all my time arguing with my neighbours. Congratulations to you for making that storage unit work for you for so long! You really made it works for you, I’m very impressed by the look and sound you managed to achieve there.
Hi Jeff, so happy to hear that you have a new space. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. You are my fave youtube drum instructor. Love all your videos! Please continue doing what you do. Looking forward for your upcoming contents! 🔥
Congrats brother!! Looking forward to what's to come for you!!
Great video, Very informative, You did a lot of great stuff with your motivation in this tiny place, I wish you all the best in your new place !
Hi Jeff, this answer about Yamaha giveaway seems "copy-paste" on almost every comment, Your UA-cam account has maybe been attacked ? This doesn't look normal.
@@DrumsetFundamentals Yeah, I've blocked the account from my channel. Thanks for the heads up!
Another great video. Good for you to stick it out so long. Cant wait to see your new digs.
congrats jeff！ i will never forget this studio it will be a core memory forever！
Congrats on your new space! I shared a larger storage unit with another drummer in L.A. back in the early ‘90s. Same situation, it wasn’t really allowed, but we got away with it, and management looked the other way. And yes, there were a lot of distractions! Can totally relate, ha ha!
Great update Jeff, you're an inspiration to drummers at All levels. All the best in your new location......Rock Orrrrnn!
Hey Man!!! So excited about your New space to come. You made magic out of that storage unit. Make sure to thank it for the service when you leave!!
Can’t wait to see the new digs, man!
Jeff Storage Randall is getting upgraded to Jeff Studio Randall! Congrats mate ;) My first room was a moist garage with no heating and no electricity. I almost grew a batch of mushrooms inside my kick, for real - it became fuzzy in there, I almost lost that drum shell. But you gotta start somewhere, you gotta learn somehow - that's all part of the journey. Super happy for you, Jeff!
Good luck on the new space! You are a inspiration to many people. Congrats!
First time here. I'm so blown away by your commitment and determination 🥁🥁
So cool, the milestones and the journey. Memories made, a foundation built and now for the new adventures! 👊🧡👍
I had a spot in a storage unit and it was a 24/7 access the owner was totally cool and just said after 5 no problem and weekends were fine. The whole band played there it was super loud and inside we hung carpet on the walls and floor problem solved and there was an open roof which gave a cool reverb effect because the spot was huge. Great times in the 90's Denver scene we had some great times in our spot, no complaints, thieves, cops, or other bands to try and drown out in a typical monthly rehearsal studio.
Thank you for sharing this. It sounded good. Keep up the good work my friend.
IVE ALWAYS WANTED TO DO THIS!!!!! Thank you for sharing!!!
Looking for demos of Randall guitar amps, found this absolute beast of a drummer (you)! There's a lot to be said for suffering for your art. Whether having to play in a storage unit, a moldy basement, on shit gear, etc etc etc. Best of luck to you!
congrats man, you deserve this!
Kudos Jeff!
I've followed your content for a few years now and just love it. How you approach the kit, the music, the beat --- you've got it!
Thank you for sharing your content also. It's inspiring.
I love seeing the light and energy in your expression and eyes, you clearly love what you do. And, yes, it is hard work but the rewards are coming.
Keep drumming your heart out?!
Al
Right on Jeff! I for one will be sad to see that place go, it always had such a recognisable vibe! Excited to see your new place and see everything set up 💪🏻
Been a follower since pre-bed sheets, good to see you’re still at it and moving on, all the best Jeff 👏🏻👏🏻💪🏻
Excited for you bro! Thanks for answering all the questions. 🤘
Nice video man. Congratulations…FINALLY! You deserve the best.
That’s so cool to see. I’m excited for you and can’t wait to see the new space!
Thank you for the videos man. I use your 20min warm up all the time and it’s definitely helping me improve.
so excited for your new space dude!
Thanks mano‼️and best of luck with your next episode #keepondrumming ✌️🌻
aweomse. best drum teacher on youtube. keep going, greetings from germany
I’m so proud dawg, you deserve it :)
You definitely did not let that storage unit prevent you from making professional and inspiring drum videos. Looking forward to seeing the new digs!
Excited to see whats to come from your channel - love your content! 🙏
Congratulations! Looking forward to seeing the new space! Talk to you soon ❤️
You’re the man
dude that’s so cool, congrats and good luck on the new space! you deserve it, love your drumming, big inspiration!
wow well done. You're really driven to be working around these constraints. most of all that ac time schedule... keep the heart in it and good luck in your new place!
I don’t know what it’s like to drum in a storage unit but I do know what it’s like to drum at American One Productions Rehearsal Studios in Woodland Park New Jersey. Absolutely amazing! All the gear is pristine🏆🥁👏🏻
I can’t wait to see your new place 🙏🏼😊
Only recently found your channel and I’ve come to really like it. Great practical advice for playing, practicing, and growing on the instrument. Thanks for all your work… and best of luck in the new space. Looking forward to seeing it.
Good luck man! Can't wait to see the new space :)
Hey Jeff, always loved your videos, glad you did a rundown on your rehearsal spot. I too used a storage unit for rehearsal for a couple years, not fun but I was just more than thankful to have somewhere to practice. I know the feeling of moving from a storage unit to a real rehearsal spot, but I cant imagine the feeling after doing it for 10 years. Excited for what you got planned
Congrats on your persistence Jeff. This makes a difference in 99.9... All the time ;)
Awesome job dude, don’t play English music, more regional Mexican music, but music is music! Had some guys up in Madison Wisconsin practice in storage units too, remodeled everything too, drywall, painted it, and electricity. Except in the winter, it’s get cold and you know had to have my mom come out and make us coffee lol.
You are an absolute monster! Thanks for inspiration!
Congrats! Great things come to those who wait. The Jeffersons was a a favorite series their theme song Move on up alone says it. I'm sure we'll be impressed 😎 Stayin tuned. Best wishes!
Can't wait to see the new place
I was in a storage shed band in college. Our drummer played out of his apartment until his duplex neighbor got pregnant. He asked the owner of the local storage shed if he could set up shop there, and the guy actually put in an extension cord to the unit. Cool. When the owner sold the business to a larger company, they adjusted the terms to where we had to get the largest size of the air conditioned units. The price kind of sucked, but it was at least spacious and air conditioned (coastal Georgia).
Thanks for that video Jeff, very interesting. Looking forward to seeing the new studio!!! Keep up the great vids mate. Cheers Steve 👍🤣
I'm glad to see that you are "moovin on up"...👍
Another great video Jeff! Keep up the great work, brother!
Those black sheets really did make your space seem much larger. Once you took them down I was like "Oh damn, that metal door is literally right in front of his face".
Thank you for all the great videos and lessons! I’m happy for you and your new place. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for all your help & tips Jeff appreciate it ☝️💪💯
Been cool following you throughout the years and the journey with the storage unit! Stoked for what's coming up!
Cheers from France Jeff you doing good !
Dom
I noticed you’re playing a Yamaha steve jordan signature snare drum in some of the clips. I owned one for a few years (i had to part ways with it unfortunately due to financial reasons) and let me tell you..it was one of the best sounding snare drums I’ve ever played. It was my go to recording snare for the time i owned it and it never disappointed!
I started out in a storage unit. Completely bare, not even a drum rug. Tama Rockstar kit with Zildjian Scimitar cymbals, and because I was a singing drummer, I had a Sure 58 hanging from the rafters right in front of my face. The sound was crude to say the least. Oh and it was Summer in South Carolina, 100+ degrees. Aaaaah, the good ol days.
Playing in the dark with a headlamp in a storage room.... that's OG right there haha
I used to jam in a storage unit with a full band and my ears are still ringing 15 years later
incredible determination, i've been following you for a long time and i was wondering how you did it, i have the same problem as you! it's inspiring!