Why Ray Luzier Is KoRn’s Secret Weapon

Summary by Krater

Korn drummer Ray Luzier guests on Drumeo, discussing his career, his drumming style, and how he approaches playing classic Korn tracks like "Freak on a Leash", "Oildale (Leave Me Alone)", "Prey for Me", "Rotting in Vain", and "Start the Healing" on his Pearl drum kit.

From the video

Answers: How does Ray Luzier play drums for Korn?

• Korn drum parts and playing style
• Auditioning for bands in Los Angeles
• Pearl drum kits and cymbals
• Developing a left-hand lead in drumming
• Adapting studio drum tracks for live performance

What it concludes

• Playing with an open-handed left-hand lead provides more control and power on certain drum grooves.
• Adapting studio drum parts for live performance often requires simplifying or maintaining signature fills to keep the energy up.