hey dude here is a tip don't try to rush it learn at your own pace your not running a race it takes developed time to master the skills at drumming we are not like other musicians. The drums are more complicated so it takes a little more time to develop your own personality around the drums I am 33 will be 34 years of age on Nov 4 of this year. I've playing since I was five years of age but didn't sound like a pro until 10 years ago. My style of playing is unique because it how I play more comfortable. Although I admire some the big names in the business of drumming but I am not trying sound like them because i am not like them I am me so work on trying to be you but don't put aside what you can obtain from them.