Nick Pierce - MudHook (Rob Scallon) - Drum Playthrough Nick Pierce 2021-03-22 | Had a blast writing drums to this tune, I've always loved writing new stuff for Rob! This was a pretty up-tempo tune so it was fun to really get the lead out! The drums are an Alesis Strike Pro SE kit coupled with Superior Drummer 2 using the Alesis Strike Pro Module and an Alesis Trigger I/O. I proudly endorse Zildjian Cymbals, Tama Drums, Promark Sticks and Evans Drumheads.
NICK PIERCE - PRACTICE SESSION Nick Pierce 2021-12-01 | Tried out the Go Pro Hero9 on a practice session and thought it looked good enough to share. I pulled this video from a 40 minute jam session I had while practicing for the studio. It's all without a click and improvised on the spot, it's a mix of practice routine stuff and free form jamming. Had a lot of fun just playing random ideas, so figured I'd spread it around! Hope you enjoy, subscribe if ya dig, and thanks for watching!I proudly endorse Zildjian Cymbals, Tama Drums, Evans Heads, Cympad and Promark Sticks.
NICK PIERCE - DOOM OST - BFG DIVISION - DRUM MEDLEY Nick Pierce 2021-04-07 | This is a medley I made from the song "BFG Division" off of the Doom OST. This is the second of the four tunes I made a medley for, watch out for the tricky heel toe on the left foot!The new kit is an Alesis Strike Pro coupled with an Alesis I/O, which is triggering sounds from Superior Drummer 2. The kit has 4 snare/tom pads, 1 kick, and 9 cymbal pads. I'm using Evans SoundOff Mesh Heads on all the drums, Cympad Chromatics on all the cymbal pads.I proudly endorse Zildjian Cymbals, Tama Drums, Evans Heads and Promark Sticks. I wish I could sit behind an acoustic kit, but thats not in the cards at the moment!I do not own any rights to this song.
NICK PIERCE - DOOM OST - DAMNATION - DRUM MEDLEY Nick Pierce 2021-03-26 | This is a medley I made from the song "Damnation" off the Doom OST. The new kit is an Alesis Strike Pro coupled with an Alesis I/O, which is triggering sounds from Superior Drummer 2. The kit has 4 snare/tom pads, 1 kick, and 9 cymbal pads. I'm using Evans SoundOff Mesh Heads on all the drums, Cympad Chromatics on all the cymbal pads.I proudly endorse Zildjian Cymbals, Tama Drums, Evans Heads and Promark Sticks. I wish I could sit behind an acoustic kit, but thats not in the cards at the moment!I do not own any rights to this song.
NICK PIERCE - DOOM OST - RUST, DUST AND GUTS - DRUM MEDLEY Nick Pierce 2021-02-24 | This is a medley I made from the song "Rust, Dust and Guts" off the Doom OST. The new kit is an Alesis Strike Pro coupled with an Alesis I/O, which is triggering sounds from Superior Drummer 2. The kit has 4 snare/tom pads, 1 kick, and 9 cymbal pads. I'm using Evans SoundOff Mesh Heads on all the drums, Cympad Chromatics on all the cymbal pads.I proudly endorse Zildjian Cymbals, Tama Drums, Evans Heads and Promark Sticks. I wish I could sit behind an acoustic kit, but thats not in the cards at the moment!I do not own any rights to this song.
Nick Pierce - Mass Effect 1 Drum Medley - Part 3 Nick Pierce 2016-10-21 | Medley arranged by Nick Pierce using sections of the Mass Effect original soundtrack. I do not own rights to any of the music contained within this video. I arranged this piece while on tour with Unearth, it was a long process requiring a lot of drum programming in Superior Drummer! Not to mention mapping out all the tempos from the Mass Effect Soundtrack, arranging the tracks and ultimately piecing together this medley. The full version is over 12 minutes long so I cut it down into 3 parts which will be released throughout the Fall of 2016. Video footage was recorded at Fastback Studios in Shoreline Washington.I proudly used the following setup in the studio:-Tama Silverstar Drums in Chameleon Sparkle-8", 10", 12", 16" Toms20" KickTama SLP Sonic Steel 6.5x13 SnareTama Speed Cobra PedalsTama Road Pro Cymbal Stands -Zildjian Cymbals from Left to Right-19" A-Custom Ultra-hammered China14" K Light Hi Hats 17" A-Custom Projection Crash11" K-Custom Hybrid Splash17" K-Custom Hybrid China / 9" K-Custom Hybrid Splash (Stacked)12" A Splash19" A-Custom Projection Crash21" A-Custom Mega Bell Ride10" Trashformer21" A-Custom Ultra-hammered ChinaPromark 5B Forward Balance Acorn TipEvans EC2 batter heads on toms, G1 resonantEvans EQ2 on kick Evans Hybrid on snare batter, Hazy 300 on snare resonantPuresound Pro Series 20 Strand Brass WiresCympad Chromatics Cymbal FeltsThanks for watching! Likes, shares and follows are incredibly appreciated so check out the links below for all the social media hooplah!www.facebook.com/nick.pierce.716www.instagram.com/drgore13www.youtube.com/user/blastbeatshamanwww.unearth.tvwww.facebook.com/unearthofficial
Nick Pierce - Mass Effect 1 Drum Medley - Part 2 Nick Pierce 2016-10-07 | Medley arranged by Nick Pierce using sections of the Mass Effect original soundtrack. I do not own rights to any of the music contained within this video. I arranged this piece while on tour with Unearth, it was a long process requiring a lot of drum programming in Superior Drummer! Not to mention mapping out all the tempos from the Mass Effect Soundtrack, arranging the tracks and ultimately piecing together this medley. The full version is over 12 minutes long so I cut it down into 3 parts which will be released throughout the Fall of 2016. Video footage was recorded at Fastback Studios in Shoreline Washington.I proudly used the following setup in the studio:-Tama Silverstar Drums in Chameleon Sparkle-8", 10", 12", 16" Toms20" KickTama SLP Sonic Steel 6.5x13 SnareTama Speed Cobra PedalsTama Road Pro Cymbal Stands -Zildjian Cymbals from Left to Right-19" A-Custom Ultra-hammered China14" K Light Hi Hats 17" A-Custom Projection Crash11" K-Custom Hybrid Splash17" K-Custom Hybrid China / 9" K-Custom Hybrid Splash (Stacked)12" A Splash19" A-Custom Projection Crash21" A-Custom Mega Bell Ride10" Trashformer21" A-Custom Ultra-hammered ChinaPromark 5B Forward Balance Acorn TipEvans EC2 batter heads on toms, G1 resonantEvans EQ2 on kick Evans Hybrid on snare batter, Hazy 300 on snare resonantPuresound Pro Series 20 Strand Brass WiresCympad Chromatics Cymbal FeltsThanks for watching! Likes, shares and follows are incredibly appreciated so check out the links below for all the social media hooplah!www.facebook.com/nick.pierce.716www.instagram.com/drgore13www.youtube.com/user/blastbeatshamanwww.unearth.tvwww.facebook.com/unearthofficial
Nick Pierce - Mass Effect 1 Drum Medley - Part One Nick Pierce 2016-09-23 | Medley arranged by Nick Pierce using sections of the Mass Effect original soundtrack. I do not own rights to any of the music contained within this video. I arranged this piece while on tour with Unearth, it was a long process requiring a lot of drum programming in Superior Drummer! Not to mention mapping out all the tempos from the Mass Effect Soundtrack, arranging the tracks and ultimately piecing together this medley. The full version is over 12 minutes long so I cut it down into 3 parts which will be released throughout the Fall of 2016. Video footage was recorded at Fastback Studios in Shoreline Washington.I proudly used the following setup in the studio:-Tama Silverstar Drums in Chameleon Sparkle-8", 10", 12", 16" Toms20" KickTama SLP Sonic Steel 6.5x13 SnareTama Speed Cobra PedalsTama Road Pro Cymbal Stands -Zildjian Cymbals from Left to Right-19" A-Custom Ultra-hammered China14" K Light Hi Hats 17" A-Custom Projection Crash11" K-Custom Hybrid Splash17" K-Custom Hybrid China / 9" K-Custom Hybrid Splash (Stacked)12" A Splash19" A-Custom Projection Crash21" A-Custom Mega Bell Ride10" Trashformer21" A-Custom Ultra-hammered ChinaPromark 5B Forward Balance Acorn TipEvans EC2 batter heads on toms, G1 resonantEvans EQ2 on kick Evans Hybrid on snare batter, Hazy 300 on snare resonantPuresound Pro Series 20 Strand Brass WiresCympad Chromatics Cymbal FeltsThanks for watching! Likes, shares and follows are incredibly appreciated so check out the links below for all the social media hooplah!www.facebook.com/nick.pierce.716www.instagram.com/drgore13www.youtube.com/user/blastbeatshamanwww.unearth.tvwww.facebook.com/unearthofficial
NICK PIERCE - UNEARTH - WHISKEY A GO GO DRUM SOLO Nick Pierce 2014-07-01 | Footage shot at the Whiskey A Go Go during the Unearth - The Oncoming Storm 10th Anniversary Tour.I proudly endorse Tama Drums, Paiste Cymbals, Evans Drumheads, Promark Drumsticks, & Cympad Products.This solo is an "End of the Night" style shred thats placed before the ending breakdown in " Black Hearts Now Reign." I stick to a certain foundation night to night and then add in different chops or metal grooves. If you dig Unearth please add the band on Facebook & check out our upcoming tours and new 2014 release later this year!http://www.facebook.com/unearthofficialIf you back it, follow me on your preferred social network - http://www.facebook.com/nick.pierce.716http://www.twitter.com/nickpierce86http://www.instagram.com/drgore13
Toontrack Superior Drummer Training Nick Pierce 2014-04-28 | This video consists of the basic functions and features of Superior Drummer and how to use them to the best of your ability. Nick Pierce breaks down some different techniques and methods to obtaining the sounds you need. This video reviews topics such as:-Constructing a Kit (0:00-9:18)-Using the Mixer (9:18-11:55)-Drag and Drop MIDI (11:55-13:47)-Layering Drums (13:47-16:12)Thanks for watching and be sure to check out the web links to contact Nick and Toontrack. Also Nicks SD2 preset link is belowwww.toontrack.comwww.facebook.com/nick.pierce.716The download link to the preset I'm using is below, you will need these SD2 expansions: -Metal Foundry-Metal Machinehttp://we.tl/X84yFwhLyj
Unearth - Last Wish - Nick Pierce Nick Pierce 2014-04-06 | Unearth - Last Wish - Nick PierceCover by Unearth drummer Nick PierceVideo was recorded using audio and video from a Zoom HD2 on the right side. Foot cam and left side video were shot with Flip HD Ultras. Edited in Final Cut. Drums - Tama Silverstar in Chameleon Sparkle in 10", 12", 16" toms and 20" kick. 13x7 Tama S.L.P G-MaplePaiste Cymbals - From left to right:-18" Alpha Swiss Crash-14" Rude Sound Edge Hi Hats-18" Rude Thin Crash-10" Twenty Custom Thin Splash-10" 2002 Splash-19" Rude Thin Crash-20" Rude Power Ride (W/DIY Sandblasted rings)-18" Rude Wild ChinaPro Mark Sticks - Hickory 2B Nylon TipEvans HeadsToms - Evans EC2 Batter, G1 Resonant, Snare - HeavyweightKick - EMADCympad Blue Felts
Breath of Nibiru - Unmasking the Jesper - Nick Pierce Nick Pierce 2014-03-29 | This track is called "Unmasking the Jesper" which is from Breath of Nibiru's 2014 release scheduled for release later this year. The video was filmed at Fastback Studios in Seattle Washington, the drum audio is replaced with Superior Drummer. All guitars tracked by Gianluca Ferro. This is not album audio, just demo audio. Thanks for watching!I'm using Paiste Cymbals, Tama Drums, Cympad Felts, Evans Heads and Pro-Mark Sticks. Check out Unearth and Breath of Nibiru at the links below.www.Unearth.tvwww.breathofnibiru.comfacebook.com/nick.pierce.716Please like and subscribe!
Nick PIerce - Practice Session - Improvising to a Click Nick Pierce 2014-03-28 | This video is a compilation of different grooves at various tempos recorded to a click. I filmed 2 hours of footage and pieced together the less sleepy parts and made this. Enjoy!I'm using Paiste Cymbals, Tama Drums, Cympad Felts, Evans Heads and Pro-Mark Sticks. Check out Unearth and Breath of Nibiru at the links below.www.Unearth.tvwww.breathofnibiru.comfacebook.com/nick.pierce.716Please like and subscribe!
Breath of Nibiru - In The Making - Episode 2 Nick Pierce 2013-12-13 | This is a continuation of the song "Nebular" written by the band Breath of Nibiru. Episode 2 "Expanding Ideas" with Nick Pierce touches on the newest additions to the song along with Nick breaking down his drum parts. Check out Breath of Nibiru and their material at:www.breathofnibiru.comwww.facebook.com/breathofnibiru
Breath of Nibiru - In the Making - Episode 2 Trailer Nick Pierce 2013-11-26 | Trailer for the next episode...Kinda. Please leave all the worst comments possible!
Breath of Nibiru In the Making - Episode 1 - Nebular 1.0 Nick Pierce 2013-11-15 | Breath of Nibiru's first video of their new video series featuring drummer Nick Pierce. This video shows step for step how the band writes their songs and how they communicate ideas without having to play together. All music is written on different computer platforms then discussed via Skype or email. Below are times of key sections::25- Video series description and explanation2:28- Gianluca guitar play through of Nebular solos4:55- Nick starts walking you through the basics of how Breath of Nibiru writes material using Superior Drummer and Reaper 6:15- Discussing the advantages of writing drums in MIDI prior to actually playing them7:29- Example of Nicks drums VS. Gianluca's programmed drums8:34- Cut and paste techniques for creating new guitar riffs out of old riffs10:12- Altering synths with pitch shifts11:17- Creating new guitar solos from old solos13:02- The writing process flow14:05- Nicks drum play through of Nebular "1.0"Check out Breath of Nibiru online at www.breathofnibiru.com or on facebook at facebook.com/breathofnibiru
Nick Pierce of Unearth - Black Metal Bicycle Session - Warm Up Nick Pierce 2013-10-24 | Heres a pre-session vid of Nick Pierce jamming. Warming up the chops and getting used to the room at Fastback Studios in Seattle Wa while recording the EP Firebreather for the band Black Metal Bicycle. Then he gets coffee...Epic! Thanks to Ryan AKA "Fluff" of Black Metal Metal Bicycle for filming this. Check out Fastback Studios as well as Nick and Ryans pages below!Nick-facebook.com/unearthofficialwww.facebook.com/BreathOfNibiruwww.facebook.com/nick.pierce.716Ryan "Fluff"-www.facebook.com/fluff191http://www.youtube.com/user/fluff191Fastback Studiosfacebook.com/fastbackstudios
Heel Toe Technique-Nick Pierce Nick Pierce 2013-08-27 | Heel Toe Technique Instructional video for double bass drumming. Nick Pierce of Unearth and Breath Of Nibiru goes into detail about the basics of the technique and evolves into more advanced concepts. This video features music and video from Culling the Weak and background music written by Nick Pierce. Nick Pierce endorses Paiste Cymbals, Tama Drums and CymPad products. Nick does not endorse Meinl in any way, shape or form. The Meinl gear in the Culling the Weak footage was recorded prior to him endorsing Paiste and Tama exclusively. Thanks for watching! Send questions to Nick at: youtube.com/blastbeatshamanfacebook.com/nick.pierce.716
Unearth Studio Update #4- Tama Speed Cobra Settings Nick Pierce 2013-05-09 | Nick Pierce describes his Tama Speed Cobra pedal settings and adjustments.
Unearth Studio Update #3 - Tama Drums Nick Pierce 2013-05-01 | Unearth's drummer Nick talks about his Tama Drums in the studio.
Unearth Studio Update #2- Paiste Cymbals Nick Pierce 2013-04-30 | Unearths drummer Nick Pierce describes the Paiste cymbals he will be using on the upcoming 2013 release!
Unearth Studio Update #1 - Snare Selection Nick Pierce 2013-04-29 | A quick overview of the snares being tested for the new Unearth album.
Breath of Nibiru - Prisms - Nick Pierce Nick Pierce 2012-10-03 | Breath of Nibiru's new track called "Prisms" performed by Nick Pierce. Album to be released Spring of 2013. Featuring guitarist Gianluca Ferro. Thanks for watching, please like, subscribe and spread the word! Drums are programmed in Superior Drummer.
Breath Of Nibiru-Parallels - Nick Pierce Nick Pierce 2012-09-28 | Breath of Nibiru's new track called "Parallels" performed by Nick Pierce. Album to be released Spring of 2013. Featuring guitarist Gianluca Ferro. Thanks for watching, please like, subscribe and spread the word! Drums are programmed in Superior Drummer.
Nick Pierce - Breath Of Nibiru - Road To Sunrise Nick Pierce 2012-09-23 | Thanks for watching! This is a new project called Breath of Nibiru founded by guitarist Gianluca Ferro and Unearth drummer Nick Pierce. The song is called "Road to Sunrise" and will be one of 9 tracks on their Spring 2013 release. This is a Pre-Pro version and the first song written by Breath of Nibiru (BON), the drums were programmed in Superior Drummer. Please like and subscribe! Enjoy!
Nick Pierce-Snare Grooves and metal Improv Nick Pierce 2012-09-07 | Snare is 6.5x13, 5/8ths thick bubinga, brass tube lugs, diecast rims, Nickel Works Throw
Nick Pierce- Improv Drumming Shaman Style Nick Pierce 2012-06-07 | Heres an Improvisational solo of some "Tribal" type material. Thanks for watching and Enjoy! Hit me up on bandhappy.com for lessons!
Nick Pierce - Improvisational Grooving and Filling Nick Pierce 2012-05-22 | Heres a bunch of grooves places all over the new kit. Thanks to Paiste and Tama for the gear! Thanks for watching guys and sorry for the wait. Check out my other vids for specs on the kit!
Nick Pierce- Taking shop about new gear setup featuring Tama and Paiste Nick Pierce 2012-05-21 | Hello and thanks for watching! This is a complete run down of my new home studio setup. This is not what I use for tours and playing in Unearth, this is strictly my home studio kit. Please ask questions if I didnt answer anything in the video regarding my gear! Cheers, Nick
Nick Pierce- New Drummer for Unearth Nick Pierce 2011-10-20 | Nick Pierce is now the official drummer for the Boston based band "Unearth". Catch Nick and the band in action this winter on the Jagermeister Tour with Chimaira and Soundwave Festival next February. Check out the tours dates and more at... http://www.facebook.com/unearthofficial unearth.tv
Aeon Symmetry (Now in 720HD!!!) Nick Pierce 2011-10-06 | Reposted version of Aeon Symmetry in 720 HD. This song was written by Culling the Weak and was recorded by Aaron Smith at Fastback studios in the summer of 2010. The Video was recorded in my tiny jam room with one camera and edited in Final Cut. There's a total of 9 camera views with 2 footcams and 7 different angles. I had to play this perfect every time to ensure a proper sync and eliminate any "Your faking it" comments. Enjoy and thanks for watching!
Equivalent Exchange (Now in 720HD!!!) Nick Pierce 2011-10-05 | Equivalent Exchange now in 720 HD. This song was written by Culling the Weak and was recorded by Aaron Smith at Fastback studios in the summer of 2010. The Video was recorded in my tiny jam room with one Panasonic camera and edited in Final Cut. There's a total of 9 camera views with 2 foot cams and 7 different angles. I had to play this perfect every time to ensure a proper sync and eliminate any "Your faking it" comments. Enjoy and thanks for watching!
Nick Pierce- Addiction Drum Design Snare Demo Nick Pierce 2011-09-20 | Here is a sample of a new snare I had made by Addiction Drum Design. I explain the drum and shred a bit on it. I recorded the video on a Flip HD. Enjoy!
Nick Pierce- Equivalent Exchange Drum Only Nick Pierce 2011-04-29 | This song was written by Culling the Weak and was recorded by Aaron Smith at Fastback studios in the summer of 2010. The Video was recorded in my tiny jam room with one camera and edited in Final Cut. There's a total of 9 camera views with 2 foot cams and 7 different angles. I had to play this perfect every time to ensure a proper sync and eliminate any "Your faking it" comments. Enjoy and thanks for watching!
Nick Pierce- Aeon Symmetry-Drums Only Nick Pierce 2011-04-25 | This song was written by Culling the Weak and was recorded by Aaron Smith at Fastback studios in the summer of 2010. The Video was recorded in my tiny jam room with one camera and edited in Final Cut. There's a total of 9 camera views with 2 footcams and 7 different angles. I had to play this perfect every time to ensure a proper sync and eliminate any "Your faking it" comments. Enjoy and thanks for watching!
Nick Pierce-Aeon Symmetry Nick Pierce 2011-04-25 | This song was written by Culling the Weak and was recorded by Aaron Smith at Fastback studios in the summer of 2010. The Video was recorded in my tiny jam room with one camera and edited in Final Cut. There's a total of 9 camera views with 2 footcams and 7 different angles. I had to play this perfect every time to ensure a proper sync and eliminate any "Your faking it" comments. Enjoy and thanks for watching!
Exile Drums Only- Nick Pierce (New High Quality) Extreme Drumming x 2!!! Nick Pierce 2011-02-10 | This Song was written by what used to be Culling the Weak. They disbanded in January 2011, but heres studio footage from the EP. These drums were recoded in the summer of 2010 at fastback studios. More high quality videos to come in the near future. Now enjoy that same Exile taste with Diet Exile! Now even better with Aaron Smiths Ninja Drum Mixes!
Exile- Nick Pierce (NEW HIGH QUALITY) Extreme Drumming! Nick Pierce 2011-02-04 | This Song was written by what used to be Culling the Weak. They disbanded in January 2011, but heres studio footage from the EP. These drums were recoded in the summer of 2010 at fastback studios. More high quality videos to come in the near future.
Dawud Aasiya-Bey - Drum Off 2010 West Regionals (Winner) Nick Pierce 2010-12-12 | December 2nd Guitar Center Drum Off Regionals West In Hollywood California. Dawud was the champion for West Regionals that night.
Aric Improta - Drum Off 2010 West Regionals Nick Pierce 2010-12-12 | December 2nd Guitar Center Drum Off Regionals West In Hollywood California.
Alex Bent-Hernandez - Drum Off 2010 West Regionals Nick Pierce 2010-12-12 | December 2nd Guitar Center Drum Off Regionals West In Hollywood California.
Devron Suttle - Drum Off 2010 West Regionals Nick Pierce 2010-12-12 | December 2nd Guitar Center Drum Off Regionals West In Hollywood California.
Nick Pierce - Drum Off 2010 West Regionals Nick Pierce 2010-12-12 | December 2nd Guitar Center Drum Off Regionals West In Hollywood California.
Nick Pierce-Improv Solo Put On Your Party Shirt Nick Pierce 2010-03-12 | Thats right, I said it...Party shirt. Excuse the stick drop
Nick Pierce- Improv Jam w/ Roland SPD-S Nick Pierce 2010-01-15 | First jam session with the SPD-S. Little bit rough but something new, expect more in the near future
Nick Pierce-Traditional Grip Instructional Nick Pierce 2009-12-06 | An explanation of my traditional grip in blast beat and break beat applications. Dr. Drum Duder
Nick Pierce- Decapitated- A Poem About An Old Prison Man Nick Pierce 2009-05-13 | RIP Vitek! Heres a tribute to his genius, its a lil sloppy but the hell with it.
Nick Pierce- Unearth- My Will Be Done Nick Pierce 2009-05-07 | My triggers sound like doo doo butter, my bass cab has a blown speaker...my bad. Still a good song.
Nick Pierce- Metal Improv Warm Up Nick Pierce 2009-05-04 | I had a viral infection the prior week of this video being made so I really needed to beat the hell outta my drums after being out sick for a week. Heres a warm up example video when playing metal material.
Nick Pierce- Solo Jam to Roland TD-10 Gangsta Rap Sample Nick Pierce 2009-04-23 | Pretty fresh TD-10 sample...not really but not bad to jam with. Enjoy
