Vlad Ulasevych of Jinjer Interview | Modern Metal Drumming Talk on Hot Sticks Drum Show

Step inside the world of modern progressive metal as filmmaker and musician Ari Gold sits down with Vlad Ulasevych, the powerhouse drummer of the globally acclaimed metal band Jinjer, for a revealing conversation on the Hot Sticks Drum Show. Known for their explosive sound, relentless touring, and more than 250 million global streams, Jinjer has become one of the most exciting forces in modern heavy metal, breaking traditional genre rules and redefining progressive groove metal. ➡️ In this episode, Vlad Ulasevych shares the musical journey that shaped his unique drumming style. Before becoming one of metal’s most respected drummers, Vlad trained as a classical and jazz pianist in Ukraine. That background still influences how he approaches rhythm and composition today. Instead of thinking only like a drummer, Vlad often thinks like a composer, building grooves and drum parts that interact closely with the band’s guitar riffs and melodies. The conversation also explores how Jinjer rose from the underground metal scene in Ukraine to international recognition. Formed in 2009 and later propelled by the powerful vocals of Tatiana Shmayluk, the band built a reputation for blending technical precision with emotional intensity. Their acclaimed album Wallflowers pushed the boundaries of modern metal and helped establish Jinjer as one of the genre’s most innovative bands. ➡️ Ari Gold, whose family roots connect to Ukraine and who has filmed extensively in the region, reflects on the cultural impact of the band’s music. Together they discuss drumming technique, Vlad’s distinctive open-handed playing style, ghost notes in metal drumming, and the creative process behind Jinjer’s powerful sound. The result is a fascinating look at the mindset behind one of modern metal’s most distinctive drummers. 🌐 Visit the official website to explore films, projects, and updates: https://www.arigoldfilms.com/ 🎙️ Watch more Hot Sticks Drum Show episodes: http://hotsticks.fm 💬 Which Jinjer song or drum performance impressed you the most from Vlad Ulasevych? Tell us your favorite track and share your thoughts in the comments below. ✅ Subscribe to Cinema Verses for additional filmmaking tips, ideas, and creative insights: http://CinemaVerses.com 🔔 Subscribe to the channel and turn on notifications so you don’t miss new films and filmmaking insights: https://www.youtube.com/c/arigoldfilm... --------------- 🎥 Discover the one-shot improvised musical Brother Verses Brother, executive produced by Francis Ford Coppola: http://BrotherVerses.com 🎷 Learn more about the indie jazz-inspired film The Song of Sway Lake starring Rory Culkin and Robert Sheehan: https://swaylake.com 🥁 Explore the cult comedy Adventures of Power, the air-drumming film starring Michael McKean and Jane Lynch: http://adventuresofpower.com ✉️ Join the Substack and screening list for updates, essays, and behind-the-scenes insights about filmmaking: https://arigoldfilms.substack.com --------------- Welcome to the official YouTube channel of Ari Gold Films. I make movies and try to help other filmmakers. This channel is where I share my films, creative experiments, and lessons from years working in independent filmmaking. I’m a filmmaker, musician, and writer whose work blends indie cinema, music, poetry, and personal storytelling. My films have screened at festivals like Sundance, SXSW, and Karlovy Vary, and along the way I’ve received a Student Academy Award, a Guinness World Record for air-drumming, and the unlikely title of High Times Stoner of the Year (even though I don’t smoke). ➡️ My films include the cult comedy “Adventures of Power,” starring Michael McKean and Jane Lynch, and the jazz-inspired drama “The Song of Sway Lake,” starring Rory Culkin and Robert Sheehan. My newest project, “Brother Verses Brother,” is a one-shot improvised musical executive produced by Francis Ford Coppola, starring my brother, my father, and me. I’m also working on “Helicopter,” a documentary inspired by a psychomagic ritual created by filmmaker Alejandro Jodorowsky. This channel also explores the creative process behind independent filmmaking—developing stories, working with small budgets, finding locations, and navigating the long road of getting films made. If you’re interested in indie film, creative storytelling, and experimental cinema, you’ll feel at home here. 🎬 Subscribe and activate notifications so you don’t miss new films and filmmaking insights. --------------- 📲 Follow Ari Gold Films on social media! X (Twitter) ▶️ https://x.com/arigold Instagram ▶️   / arigold   Threads ▶️ https://www.threads.com/@arigold TikTok ▶️   / arigoldfilms   Facebook ▶️   / arigoldfilms   --------------- #AriGoldFilms #HotSticksDrumShow #VladUlasevych #JinjerBand #ModernMetal #ProgressiveMetal #MetalDrumming #DrummerInterview #HeavyMetalMusic #DrummingCommunity #JinjerWallflowers #MetalMusicians