November 17, 2008 12:58
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Travis Barker says he's back in the studio
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Former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker is back in the studio after being involved in a plane crash in September.
As previously reported Barker was involved in plane crash with celebrity record spinner and bandmate DJ AM.
They were the only two survivors of the crash in South Carolina, and both were left badly burned from the incident.
However, speaking to MTV News, Barker revealed in his first on camera interview since the crash that he is on the mend.
He thanked everyone for their support and said: "I'm already playing my drums again, and I'm already back in the studio."
Barker added: "It was like riding a bike. It was really exciting to know I still have my chops. It still felt good. I still can make it around the kit. Everything felt right, so I'm thankful to be able to play."
Barker's former Blink-182 bandmate and current +44 member Mark Hoppus said he expects the drummer will be better soon and will return to music.
Hoppus said: "He can't not drum, you know? The man was born to sit behind a drumkit and do his thing."
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