www.myspace.com/miserychastainmetal
My name is Seth Powell and I am from Cullman, Alabama. Ever since I can remember, I have always listened to the drums in songs, and that's what struck my interest in drumming. I purchased my first kit when I was 17 years old, and have been playing for almost nine years now.
I have always been fascinated with metal drumming, and about a year ago, I started playing death metal style. I play in a progressive death metal band named Misery Chastain. Death metal isn't the only style I enjoy playing, although it is what gets my attention the most. I enjoying playing jazz and funk and just about any other style as well. Drums have always been a love of mine, and I don't plan on changing that anytime soon.
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Seth Powell Interview:
SDM: How old were you when you started playing?
Seth: 17
SDM: Did you play in a school band or any drum corps?
Seth: No
SDM: Who are your top 5 metal influences?
Seth: Pantera. Faceless. Black Dahlia Murder. Suffocation. Abigail Williams
SDM: Who are some other of your favorites?
Seth: All Shall Perish, Opeth, Into Eternity, and many others.
SDM: Let us know 5 CD's that are in your current rotation
Seth: The new Faceless, the new All Shall Perish, the new Suffocation, Black Dahlia Murder, and Pantera, of course.
SDM: What do you do to warm up before a show?
Seth: I usually warm up my hands with single-stroke rolls and run my feet for a few minutes to get my legs loose. I always stretch, too.
SDM: Do you read music? Regardless of answering yes or no, please tell us how it might have effected your playing?
Seth: Yes. I was taught to read drum music by my drum teacher, Quentin Roddy. It is the best thing a drummer can do. Being able to read has definitely helped my playing, and I wouldn't know half the stuff I do if I didn't learn how to read.
SDM: Can you tell us about the gear you use?
Seth: I play a Tama super star kit, sabian b8 Pro cymbals, DW 9000 Pedal, all tama hardware, DDrum Triggers and Roland td-6 module.
SDM: If you could give one piece of advice to young drummers, it would be…
Seth: Practice everyday and learn how to read music. Be patient and practice the small things first. Don't ever get discouraged and give up, and always have fun when you play.
SDM: Who gave the best live performance you've ever seen?
Seth: King's X
SDM: If you had to stop drumming, what would you want to do with your life?
Seth: I would be a teacher.
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