KISS Drummer ERIC SINGER Talks About The Music Business

February 1, 2006

Modern Drummer magazine recently had a "Artist Update" on KISS/ALICE COOPER drummer Eric Singer, in which Eric talks about the "business" part of show business. Eric openly discusses the money aspect of being a professional musician, and how he maintains his reputations as a well-respected and in-demand drummer for many bands and artists.

Commented Singer: "Realizing that this industry is a business and not about friends was probably the hardest thing to swallow. Any time a band says there's musical or personality differences, it's usually about money.

"I come in and give bands what they want. I've always brought professionalism to the show. It's not always about just playing the beats. It's about the day-to-day preparations and surviving the road so you can get up and play consistently. It's about being a quick study, and being on time and professional. Bringing a good vibe is important, too."

Eric also talks about donning Peter Criss' legendary Catman make up: "I had mixed feelings. But it's what I do for a living. It's a good drumming gig on a high level. It's a gig with all the amenities and a nice paycheck. I thought, 'This is my living, and if I don't do it, someone else will.'"

(Thanks: Kiss Kollector)

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