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Mike Curl Interview:
Mike: I was about 15
SD.com: Did you play in a school band or any drum corps?
Mike: No, Always wanted to though
SD.com: Ever take any lessons?
Mike: I did for a short time
SD.com: Who are your top 5 influences?
Mike: Well, I’m kinda old school so i would say Paul Bostaph, Jurgen Reil, Dave Lombardo, Donald Tardy, Gene Hoglan
SD.com: Assuming that influences doesn’t mean favorites, who are your favorites?
Mike: Richard Christy, Sean Reinert, Paul Bostaph, Derek Roddy, Steve Smith, Gene Hoglan, Neil Peart, Brooks Wackerman
SD.com: What are 5 CD’s in your personal rotation?
Mike: Carcass(Heartwork) Death(Human) Gorguts(Considered Dead) Unleashed(Midvinterblot) Origin(Echoes Of Decimation)
SD.com: Do you have a favorite brand of drums or cymbals?
Mike: I really enjoy playing Yamaha drums, They sure can take a beating. I use a variety of cymbals but my favorites are sabian.
SD.com: Do you have any pre-show rituals?
Mike: Lots of stretching.
SD.com: If you could give one piece of advice to younger drummers, it would be…
Mike: Get a metronome, headphones, practice everyday and listen to as much music as possible! Don’t limit yourself.
SD.com: Who gave the best live performance you’ve ever seen?
Mike: Thats so hard to say since theres so many great bands out there. I would say Death, the sounds of perserverance tour.
SD.com: If you had to stop drumming, what else would you want to do with your life?
Mike: I would like to work around drums, Build them or even sell them
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