Hi, my name is Michael Kolar. I´m drummer of the two Bands Almanac and Horseman. You can hear me on many different Albums playing Heavy Metal and Rock drums. I love it to take a Song to the next level a make it sound unique. My work includes producing as well so I can always imagine what you expect from a Song or which grooves a song needs.
I can offer you high end recorded live drums.Either you need a Metal, Rock or a Pop Songs
After I've done my recording, I'll email you an Mp3 of your song with my drums. We'll then talk about any changes you may want, if any. Once you're happy I'll send you all 10 individual drum tracks, and a stereo drum mix if required.
I´m using:
Tama Drums (Starclassic used), REMO Heads, Paiste Cymbals, Tascam DM 4800, UA preams, Raydat, Apple Mac Pro, Logic X,Yamaha sub kick, Audix D6, Audix D1, Audix D2, Audix D4,Audio Technica AT4040 Shure Beta 52, Neuman KM184, AKG C414,Rodes NT4, Sennheiser 421,Shure SM7 Shure SM81, Shure SM91, Sennheiser E609, Shure SM58, Beyer M201, Beyer M300 TG,Shure SM57 and many more...
I'd love to hear about your project. Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch.
15 Reviews - 3 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedMichael is a grade A top of the line drummer. He's fast, efficient, and a great communicator. Worth every penny. His take on my song Left me grinning ear to ear.
check_circleVerifiedMy songs have unconventional timings but Michael rose to the challenge. He added a flow to the songs that cant be achieved with a drum machine.
check_circleVerifiedMichael is a world class drummer. He gets the job done. End o' story.
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this guy is so professional
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This was the second project where I have used Michael. He did another great job working with a song that had really bad timing in its original form, but he managed to clean it up.
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Michael did a great job. I asked him to re-create a complex drum part from a song based on a poor quality audio 30 year old cassette tape. Not only did he do it very quickly, but he nailed it.
check_circleVerifiedIt was a great honor to work with Michael for he is trully talented. He cares about your musical vision on the song and performs it brilliantly . I will work with him again for shure :)
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Michael is an awesome drummer and it was great working with him. I gave him a challenging song and he exceeded my expectations. I Definitely recommend him!
check_circleVerifiedMichael added so many textures into the song that revealed my true emotional connection to the lyrics that tears were brought to my eyes :) Once again, a stellar job. Great guy to work with!
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On my 3rd song, Kolar inserted creative ideas and I ran with them. He added a new feel to my song which helped me get lyrics out of my head I was having trouble with. It was worth tipping him extra money for his expertise :) By the way, most of my songs are acoustic rock, and even though he's in a power metal band, he handles my style nicely!
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Michael not only is versatile in drumming, but he took the time to listen to what I wanted, and I'm a picky mofo! He even added some ideas that bumped my song to another level. Michael is making me a very happy musician/man! You rock MK!
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Michael understood exactly what I was looking for. Easy to work with and catches on quick. His rock-style drumming brought my song to a new level. I will send him more songs! Rock on Michael!
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Michael is an Awesome Musician - professional and very talented! I highly recommend him.
check_circleVerified (Client)It was a real pleasure working with Michael! He is really professional and knows exactly what he wants!
First time doing this and would highly recommend Michael. Picked right up on my demo recording and added flair to it. Quick turn around as well.
Interview with Michael Kolar
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Livedrumming, Mixing, Mastering, Teaching Drums, Composing
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: Always delivering!
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: To get connected to so much people and music lovers around the world
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What is you musical Vision.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Please Include your Demortrack !
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Musicplayer, Drums, Interface, Computer, Beer:-)
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: Started in 1999 paying Drums. Took one week and then I was playing in a Band. After a few years of Drumming I stepped into the recording an production side of music. And till now I can say I recorded Drums or produced Music or mixed/mastered over 50 Albums. So I never stoped since now!
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Shit in - Shit out!
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Rock, Metal, Alternative, Blues, Classic
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: To bring the music to the next level and bring out every nuance your Song has.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: At first I try to understand your vision for your song. Then I bring my taste in and then we bring your song to the next level. Everything is possible.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: The Drums are set up in the Studio permanently. At first listening and checking your Track you sent me. Then I go over to the recordings quickly and send you Mix of the recording.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Tama Drums (Starclassic used), REMO Heads, Paiste Cymbals, Tascam DM 4800, UA preams, Raydat, Apple Mac Pro, Logic X,Yamaha sub kick, Audix D6, Audix D1, Audix D2, Audix D4,Audio Technica AT4040 Shure Beta 52, Neuman KM184, AKG C414,Rodes NT4, Sennheiser 421,Shure SM7 Shure SM81, Shure SM91, Sennheiser E609, Shure SM58, Beyer M201, Beyer M300 TG,Shure SM57 and many more...
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Nicholas Barker, Chris Adler, John Tempesta, Nicko McBrain, Gene Hoglan, Matt Garstka, Dave Weckl, Dennis Chambers are just a few to mention:-)
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Mostly doing Live Drumtracks or Mixing/Mastering.
I was the drummer and producer in this production
- Live drum trackAverage price - $170 per song
- Programmed drumAverage price - $170 per song
- Time alignment - QuantizingAverage price - $75 per track
- EditingAverage price - $75 per track
- Mixing EngineerAverage price - $150 per song
- Update - Open for your amazing JobsFeb 02, 2023
Hey People,
luckily I´ve been busy with many projects which I got hired besides soundbetter.
It´s so cool to connect and work with so much people around the world. So please feel free to contact me for your project or any questions.
Happy to hear from ya´
Michael
