Mark Grist
Profile
With MEINL since:
2008
Birthday:
February 15, 1966
Zodiac Sign:
Aquarius
Place of birth:
Dublin, Ireland
Currently living in:
Dublin, Ireland
Favorite MEINL cymbal:
Drumming since:
4 years old
Car that you currently drive:
Citroen
Not counting on drums what do you do for fun:
Gym workout, eating out, family time
Favorite Food:
Chinese
Favorite Drink:
Beer
Teacher:
Various, main two John Murray and John Wadham
Highlight of your career so far:
Playing with my "Then Band" supporting Joe Cocker on his 1994 tour
Drumming strengths:
Musical versatility, solid groove foundation, tasteful use of chops
Drumming means to me:
Expression and outlet. From a very young age, a natural musical lifestyle of joy.
Advice for up and coming drummers:
Initially, find a good teacher. Be open minded to all musical genres and styles. Learn to read music and treat others as you would like to be. And practise practise practise.
How would you describe yourself:
Disciplined, confident, but not arrogant. A good listener, always enthusiastic and open minded.
When I look back on my life one day, I would like to be able to say:
I designed my life.
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