Big Time Rush Drummer Jordan Plosky
Big Time Rush Drummer Jordan Plosky
Jordan Plosky is a professional drummer who tours with Big Time Rush and plays drums in their concerts. If you have ever been to a Big Time Rush concert, you may have seen him playing drums. He also hosts his own podcast, and was nice enough to answer a few questions for us about life with BTR, and his advice for future pro musicians.
Jordan: Whenever we would travel overseas, there would be hundreds of fans waiting for us at the airports and hotels. We never knew exactly how they knew what flight we were on, or what hotel we were staying at, but they were always there! When we were in Argentina, we were crossing a street, and a fan ran after us. I saw her and yelled, “WATCH OUT!” because a huge bus was whipping around the corner. Although she didn't understand English, she understood what I was trying to say, and ran back to the curb. She could have gotten hit by the bus, which was scary.
Q: What is your favorite BTR song to play in concert?
Jordan: "Windows Down!" Woo Hoo!
Q: How did you become the drummer for Big Time Rush?
Jordan: A friend of mine was on the crew, and I texted him asking if he knew of anyone looking for a drummer. He said no, and 20 minutes later texted me back saying that their drummer had just quit, and if I came down to the rehearsal studio right away, the gig would be mine. And he was right!
Q: When did you know you wanted to be a professional drummer?
Jordan: I don't remember the exact moment, but in my elementary school yearbook, when I graduated 5th grade, it says right there next to my picture "Ambition: Professional Drummer." So, for a long time!
Q: How many hours a day did you practice drums when you were young?
Jordan: I started playing when I was 7, but didn't start taking it seriously until I was 14. Then it became drums all the time, with my bands, and by myself along to my favorite songs. Usually at least 2 hours a day by myself, and maybe all day with the band.
Q: What advice do you have for kids who want to become professional musicians?
Jordan: Be good at what you do. Practice, practice, practice. Remain driven. If you are passionate, nothing can stop you. Learn as much about it as you possibly can, even the little things that indirectly have to do with it. It all helps.
Q: What is your dream band to play in?
Jordan: I literally dreamed at night about playing in Green Day. They are my biggest inspiration. And I got to play onstage with them once. But also, Queen is one of my favorite bands of all time. And it wouldn't hurt to play for Muse either!
Q: What book would you recommend to a 10-year-old?
Jordan: I love comics. One of my introductions to comics was Archie Digests. Not sure if that's cool for a 10-year-old nowadays, but I have a ton in my closet!
That is cool but lots of girls and boys like it but lots of people don't like it or just think it is kind of weird.
Comment #1 | Posted by: dean on February 22, 2013 at 10:59 AM
Is Jordan a good drum player.
Comment #2 | Posted by: elbowdrama03 on February 22, 2013 at 11:14 AM
This sounds so cool!!! I love drumming and i think its cool that he's been playing since he was 7. And that he's living his dream. so inspiring!!
Comment #3 | Posted by: jgal101 on February 22, 2013 at 02:55 PM
OK, I'm not really a fan, but that was very nice how he stooped that girl from the bus. There are a a lot of celebs who might think they're too cool for that kind thing. So I'm really glad you did that!
Have a good day!
Comment #4 | Posted by: Indigosprite11 on February 24, 2013 at 01:49 PM
Big Time Rush Is Awesome !
Comment #5 | Posted by: purplebulldog378 on February 25, 2013 at 10:44 AM
Wowwie! I had No idea that BTR had a totally rad drummer. Plus Jordan is like a hero. He saved a lady from being hit by a bus! Way to go Jordan. The weird thing is I'm not a big fan of BTR!Crazy right?
Comment #6 | Posted by: emeraldladybug22 on February 25, 2013 at 04:50 PM
BIG TIME RUSH IS AWESOME AND SO IS JORDAN PLOSKY!!
Comment #7 | Posted by: Mrs.P on February 25, 2013 at 06:06 PM
cool i love one derection
Comment #8 | Posted by: firekitten11 on February 25, 2013 at 10:08 PM
and big time rush
Comment #9 | Posted by: firekitten11 on February 25, 2013 at 10:09 PM
Jordan is a great drummer and loves to make jokes and keeps everyone in the band laughing. A very great trait for a musician.
Comment #10 | Posted by: Carl on February 26, 2013 at 01:15 PM
Jordan is an amazing drummer and a great inspiration. Keep rockin!
Comment #11 | Posted by: Jill9072 on February 26, 2013 at 01:37 PM
Great drummer!
Comment #12 | Posted by: D.B on February 26, 2013 at 02:11 PM
That must be very interesting
Comment #13 | Posted by: Nicole on March 03, 2013 at 12:31 AM
I like one direction betterrrrrrr!!!! Harry all the way
Comment #14 | Posted by: nicole on March 05, 2013 at 12:23 PM
I think that One Direction is better then Big Time Rush!!!!!!!!! :)
Comment #15 | Posted by: redmonkey146 on March 10, 2013 at 07:13 PM
Nice advice its true practice makes perfect.
Comment #16 | Posted by: aiden on March 11, 2013 at 11:10 AM
Overall BTR is a quality boy band. They can sing very well and they can dance too. Although, in my opinion, they don't have the best songs.
Comment #17 | Posted by: blogger77 on March 26, 2013 at 09:46 AM
i love big time rush it came on a later ago its fuuny and all the boys on big time rush are cute
Comment #18 | Posted by: rayray on March 28, 2013 at 10:59 PM
LONG LIVE ONE DIRECTION!
Comment #19 | Posted by: artbear198 on March 30, 2013 at 08:52 PM
4 my opion ONE DIRECTION IS THE BEST!
I <3 HARRY
Comment #20 | Posted by: artbear198 on March 31, 2013 at 07:32 PM
I LOVE ONE DIRECTION
love ,
c
P.S. <3 LOVE YOU!!!!!!
Comment #21 | Posted by: C on April 03, 2013 at 12:38 PM
big time rush rocks
Comment #22 | Posted by: Chase on April 12, 2013 at 10:38 AM
big time rush is the best band ever on teen nick.
Comment #23 | Posted by: bluebee1117 on April 12, 2013 at 11:19 AM
you guys are awesome
Comment #24 | Posted by: bulldogblue926 on April 24, 2013 at 11:11 AM
no offence but big time rush is a little old like theirs new stuff so I think you should just go big at your next concert,new like grand supreme new (fire works at extreme)
Comment #25 | Posted by: Ej on May 16, 2013 at 09:33 PM