I went to take a picture of this guy, and he flipped out and threw a fit. Threw his sticks on the ground, blabbing something about amendment rights, and he can't say anything about me taking his pic, because of the constitution...??? Whatever. I found it weird he would flip out about having a pic taken, when you're playing on the street at the promenade. Bizarre. Crazy talented, though. Maybe it was just a rough day. Oh well. He's lost my future donations. And I actually liked tipping him.
@wynnfilms Thats too bad he reacted that was and I understand how that must have made you feel. He does seem to have an issue with his image or recordings being used without his permission even though he is performing on public property. He really liked my video of him and emailed me about it stating he may ask other people to take down their videos of him sometime down the road. He wants to be in control of how his image is used yet he needs as much exposure as he can get.
@wynnfilms Yeah, it is too bad. I do produce little magazine shows for hotels around L.A. and his attitude kept me from asking him to sign a release form that could have gained him some residuals/royalties. I can understand now why he's been there for so long. This industry is not only about talent, but the attitude and personality that comes with it. It made me wonder how many people, with much more industry power than I could ever have, and have been turned off by his rude reactions. Too bad.
@wynnfilms Every time I have seen or talked to him he has been very nice. I was at 3rd St Saturday and he was nice as can be, although I didn't notice whether or not people were filming him or taking pics with their phones :)
@Markinter5 Yeah, that was the weird thing. He's always been super cool and calm every time I've been around him. But the one time I was down there for work he just threw a fit. It'd be really hard to work with that. I hate that I'm so judgmental, but maybe he just wants to do it for the fun. To each their own, I guess-- and rightfully so.
J.D. Foster is a phenomenal drummer!!! I had the pleasure of seeing him just a couple of days ago. This video was taken in 2007, and he has improved significantly since. He left me absolutely dumbfounded. If you're ever in Santa Monica I recommend taking a few minutes to check this guy out!
This guy needs someone to buy him a new set and some decent cymbals! Let's take up a collection... LOL... it's sad when really talented musicians can't afford better gear. Even those roto-toms sound like crap and I thought roto-toms always sounded good!
@DrummerGrrrl Lol... I thought the same thing at first. He actually made them sound that way to quiet them. He said that when the sets are really loud it kinda turns people away. The sound levels he's putting out are very inviting.
I am John Foster. I am this drummer. This is the best video of me so far that anyone has posted. You got video of me doing stuff I never usually get to during a performance. It is unique. Eventually, I am going to ask everyone that posted video of me to take it down. This is an exception. You have my blessing. I feel fortunate. It is an honor to have this video on you tube. May the Lord Jesus Christ be seen in your heart, all that see this video. Christ is the reason I am able to play.
wanna live like that. i can do all that stuff
koby84 4 weeks ago
@koby84 Ok Koby now you have to show us. Film yourself and post a video response.
Markinter5 4 weeks ago
I went to take a picture of this guy, and he flipped out and threw a fit. Threw his sticks on the ground, blabbing something about amendment rights, and he can't say anything about me taking his pic, because of the constitution...??? Whatever. I found it weird he would flip out about having a pic taken, when you're playing on the street at the promenade. Bizarre. Crazy talented, though. Maybe it was just a rough day. Oh well. He's lost my future donations. And I actually liked tipping him.
wynnfilms 3 months ago
@wynnfilms Thats too bad he reacted that was and I understand how that must have made you feel. He does seem to have an issue with his image or recordings being used without his permission even though he is performing on public property. He really liked my video of him and emailed me about it stating he may ask other people to take down their videos of him sometime down the road. He wants to be in control of how his image is used yet he needs as much exposure as he can get.
Markinter5 3 months ago
@wynnfilms Yeah, it is too bad. I do produce little magazine shows for hotels around L.A. and his attitude kept me from asking him to sign a release form that could have gained him some residuals/royalties. I can understand now why he's been there for so long. This industry is not only about talent, but the attitude and personality that comes with it. It made me wonder how many people, with much more industry power than I could ever have, and have been turned off by his rude reactions. Too bad.
wynnfilms 3 months ago
@wynnfilms Every time I have seen or talked to him he has been very nice. I was at 3rd St Saturday and he was nice as can be, although I didn't notice whether or not people were filming him or taking pics with their phones :)
Markinter5 3 months ago
@Markinter5 Yeah, that was the weird thing. He's always been super cool and calm every time I've been around him. But the one time I was down there for work he just threw a fit. It'd be really hard to work with that. I hate that I'm so judgmental, but maybe he just wants to do it for the fun. To each their own, I guess-- and rightfully so.
wynnfilms 3 months ago
J.D. Foster is a phenomenal drummer!!! I had the pleasure of seeing him just a couple of days ago. This video was taken in 2007, and he has improved significantly since. He left me absolutely dumbfounded. If you're ever in Santa Monica I recommend taking a few minutes to check this guy out!
gloren1989 6 months ago
This guy needs someone to buy him a new set and some decent cymbals! Let's take up a collection... LOL... it's sad when really talented musicians can't afford better gear. Even those roto-toms sound like crap and I thought roto-toms always sounded good!
DrummerGrrrl 6 months ago
@DrummerGrrrl Lol... I thought the same thing at first. He actually made them sound that way to quiet them. He said that when the sets are really loud it kinda turns people away. The sound levels he's putting out are very inviting.
gloren1989 6 months ago
i have a good video of this guy as well. search.... Dirk Ellis: crappy drumset, amazing drummer
trashbash2001 6 months ago
@trashbash2001 add it as a video response if you'd like.
Markinter5 6 months ago
@Markinter5 i thought about doing that actually.
trashbash2001 6 months ago
wow people just look at him and then walk on
id stay there for ages lol
james12436 11 months ago
@james12436 He is fun to watch, it was late in the day and people had thinned out.
Markinter5 11 months ago
will u ever get to film david? he was in one of your videos sitting close to chelsea
edwin4759 1 year ago
@edwin4759 is he that big guy? If it is than I saw him go off on some girls for walking to close to his gear.
Markinter5 1 year ago
@edwin4759 Oops, I was thinking of John not david.my bad the drummer is John.
Markinter5 1 year ago
Great video...really great drummer!
flavarite 1 year ago
@flavarite
thanks, I saw play again last weekend and he was even better than this.
Markinter5 1 year ago
I am John Foster. I am this drummer. This is the best video of me so far that anyone has posted. You got video of me doing stuff I never usually get to during a performance. It is unique. Eventually, I am going to ask everyone that posted video of me to take it down. This is an exception. You have my blessing. I feel fortunate. It is an honor to have this video on you tube. May the Lord Jesus Christ be seen in your heart, all that see this video. Christ is the reason I am able to play.
President45in2013 1 year ago
@President45in2013 Hi John, I'm happy you like the video. Hope all is well. Are you playing at 3rd St or City Walk etc?
Markinter5 1 year ago
Awesome Drummer!!!!!
wrfjrf 1 year ago
@wrfjrf He seemed like a nice person too. Hope he gets a break.
Markinter5 1 year ago