DRUMMER VLOG #11: Live Show at The Fire Station, Sunderland, with Calling Planet Earth

Welcome to the latest instalment of the Drum With Alex Vlog!

Whether you've been following my drumming journey for a while now or you're just tuning in, I'm thrilled to have you here.

In this episode, I take you along for the ride as I travel to The Fire Station in Sunderland for a live show with Calling Planet Earth.

But before we hit the stage, I decided to make the journey a little more exciting. I kicked off the trip with a pit stop in Nottingham, opting for some car-camping adventure before continuing on to York. There, I indulged in a rejuvenating gym session and explored the city's charming streets, treating myself to some delightful sausage rolls. And what's a trip to the coast without fish and chips? I met up with my buddy Tom in Whitby, where we savoured the local delicacies and explored the picturesque beaches.

Finally arriving in Sunderland, I was greeted by breathtaking views and the warm hospitality of The Fire Station staff, with a special shout-out to Vicky for her assistance.

Despite missing our own Vicky due to illness, we welcomed a new addition to the band, Jon, and dove straight into soundcheck. And let's not forget the obligatory Nandos trip with Gary, though the prices left much to be desired!

The show itself was electric, with a sold-out crowd singing along to every beat. While the first half had its technical hiccups, thanks to our incredible sound team, we powered through and delivered an unforgettable second half.

I've compiled clips of every song from the second half performance for your viewing pleasure, so be sure to let me know your favourite moments in the comments!

As we gear up for our next gig in Christchurch with CPE, I'm excited to share some unique GoPro footage captured by my bandmates. Stay tuned for that!

And a huge thank you to each and every one of you for your continued support. Surpassing 300 subscribers has been an incredible milestone, and I'm grateful for the upward trajectory!

Keep the drumming love alive,

Alex 🥁👍

P.S. Shout-out to Harry Younger and Drum Electric for his invaluable tech insights—definitely worth checking out!

   / @drumelectric  

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Intro
01:16 Travelling to York
01:35 Post-gym chat
02:20 Exploring York
03:21 Exploring Whitby
04:28 Travelling to Sunderland
04:54 Venue tour of The Fire Station, Sunderland
05:27 Pre-show chat and warm-up
06:13 DRUM CAM: Are 'Friends' Electric? - Gary Numan
06:43 DRUM CAM: Tainted Love - Soft Cell
07:36 DRUM CAM: Chant No. 1 (I Don't Need This Pressure On) - Spandau Ballet
08:55 DRUM CAM: The Look Of Love - ABC
10:16 DRUM CAM: Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This) - Eurythmics
10:35 DRUM CAM: Vienna - Ultravox
11:13 DRUM CAM: Gold - Spandau Ballet
13:45 DRUM CAM: Is There Something I Should Know? - Duran Duran
15:16 DRUM CAM: The Reflex - Duran Duran
16:33 GoPro clip of audience
16:55 DRUM CAM: Just Can't Get Enough - Depeche Mode
17:52 DRUM CAM: True - Spandau Ballet
18:36 DRUM CAM: Rio - Duran Duran
21:09 Post-gig reaction chat

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