Alway a pleasure to watch vids from drumeo, so informative and well structured. I have learnt so, so much from the channel and saved to much money on lessons. I don't need them when I got you guys. Keep up the good work. Much love from UK. 🇬🇧❤️
Fool in the Rain will always be the best song I've ever learned. It taught me ghost notes, opening the hi hat, syncopation, triplets and everything else. It holds a special place in my heart.
Without a doubt, the most important groove I have learned in the last 30 years is Take 5. Even if you are not a jazz drummer, taking the time to learn this very strange beat, will improve your independence immensely. It is frustrating at the start, because your mind has to free itself from at least 2 of your appendages, if not 3. But after a couple weeks - at least for me - one can start injecting fills that you never would have thought possible. This one groove has made me a much better drummer. I practice it every time I sit down at my set. Thank you Brandon.
Its just a standard rock beat, it’s true this beat is recognised by a lot of people, but the same beat was used in thousands of songs before that one. I’d say beat it should of been on the list though. Edit: check this out th-cam.com/video/KbX-VIpK994/w-d-xo.html
@@skullyjones3548 Even tho the drums in the recorded song are played by Leon "Ndugu" Chancler, Jonathan only played this song on live tours like the Victory Tour or the HIStory Tour.
Alex Van Halen’s “Hot For Teacher” groove is derived from Billy Cobham’s “Quadrant “. The groove was also played by Simon Phillips on Jeff Beck’s “ Space Boogie” with part of it played in 7/4 time. It’s been used a lot since “Hot For Teacher” including Steve Vai’s “The Audience Is Listening “ and Joe Satriani’s “Satch Boogie”. Steve Morse’s “ Cruise Missle” is also worth a listen. Great stuff . Thanks for posting this awesome video.
I've noticed if I start playing Cruise Missle, like 80% of the time the guitar player will start playing the Hot For Teacher intro. Then I just switch of course and enjoy the ride :)
The iconic groove in the tune “Ballroom Blitz” was created by one of the most accomplished and underrated drummers in rock history. The incomparable, Mick Tucker.
I previously learned all these beats from Wipe Out as a 10-year-old challenge to a 70-year-old practicing to perfect the Gadd and Stubblefield. Though I disagree that that the Queen beat is worthwhile, I love your clarity and friendly non-jive attitude that tends to plague so many online drummers. Great work. Interesting choices.
because while its a great beat, its only fun to play if you got the sound to go along with it.. i once played it in an underground parking garage. that was cool.
Thank you so much for taking the time and effort to make this compilation. I really enjoyed hearing some drum grooves that I thought I played right, but I wasn’t. You didn’t include some of “my” favourites but that is okay because I learned a lot of what you did show. Your ride cymbal sound on the take five is so silky smooth and beautiful. Thank you and Drumeo for sharing.
I agree with all of them. The 3 that pop in my head however that didn't get mentioned, are the beginning of the Steve Miller Band song "Take the money and Run" and Led Zeppelin's " When the levee breaks" . Maybe John Robinson on Michael Jackson's "Beat It" Pretty simple groove, but a really recognizable. Thank you for taking the time!!
Thank you. I'm a session drummer and I can't ever seem to get my friends to understand. I love that u put the written music up. I have to read those but only to get my expected beat. U make it easy for others to see that drumming isn't just bang bang. Thank you buddy and u are a great drummer, hope to be as good as you are. I'm only 68 years old so don't have much time to improve. ..lol thanks buddy. PS. My first real tune to session was Stone in Love. Did it for a commercial
At first I was like: "Oh, a 45 min video, that's a bit too much probably". Now I'm like: "That... was so accurate, well made and entertaining that I'd like a Part 2 asap".
I was actually messing around with "Run to Hills" one day and by complete accident stumbled upon "March of the Pigs"...I love both of those. I also love "Churub Rock" and "Bullet with Butterfly Wings"...I think Jimmy Chamberlin is so underrated! *(Cool pics tho 🥁😎)*
For Led Zeppelin, I can't believe you didn't pick, "Good times, bad times". The triplet kicks are absolutely legendary and extremely distinctive as it hadn't been heard before.
I know it’s a finite list but honorable mention needs to go to Nicko McBrain for Where Eagles Dare. Iconic drum introduction and amazing groove, not only the fast single pedal triplet but the double snare!
I started playing drums because of U2!!! Really influenced my early style, melodic, airy, but powerful, before I started taking a lot of lessons and fixing all my bad habits.
Already mentioned here John Bonham and When the Levee Breaks but I´d like to add Immigrant Song and Rock And Roll. Something not very well known in U.S. is the band Nightwish, but once You hear the intro of their "Ghost Love Score" (live version!) You´ll remember it.
My personal addition would be the intro to "Rock 'n Roll" by Led Zeppelin. Also I have to commend you for putting together a top drum groove list without adding In the Air Tonight to it.
As a recognisable drum groove Don't Bring Me Down by ELO takes some beating. I know it's not technically demanding at all, and is in fact a loop from On The Run Again, but very very recognisable
@@BrandonToews One more shout out... happy that Rosanna got recognized so high on the list. I can't think of any more rewarding for putting in the work to play smoothly -- especially that full-on ghost note version!
Great job Brandon! Alot of fun! I would of used of these instead... " Over the Mountain " Blizzard of Oz " Bullet the Blue Sky " U2 " Space Boogie " Jeff Beck " Empire in the Sky " Tony MacAlpine " Where Eagles Dare " Iron Maiden " The Prisoner " Iron Maiden " Welcome Home " King Diamond
Great job Brandon! The problem for many drummers for the Ballroom Blitz intro will be landing the kick on the left-hand in bars three and four. I've played 'Sing Sing Sing' with a Big band (but the accents shown on my chart were simpler) and I play 'Take Five' quite often. 'Cissy Strut' has thus far eluded me! 'Superstition' always seems to have tempo problems. 'You're not playing it fast enough' or 'it's too fast' - even though the two might indeed have the same tempo! :) I've learnt '50 Ways' a few different ways - but less than 50. 'Come Together' - yes some controversy! :) Rosanna's a challenge. Although simple I've never used tom-toms for the Queen track! Only criticism: The hi-hats were too low in the mix (for me). Cheers!
My talented friend, and drumming brother, you really have found a great educator niche to, that you are really starting to flourish in. I THINK IT'S TIME U GOT A RAISE OVER THERE AT THE DRUMEO COMMUNITY. Great job, young man. Bless you!
I know this list just has one song by each artist, but I feel like Bonham has like at least 6. I think every drummer learned at least When the levee breaks, Rock and roll, dyer maker, and the already mentioned fool in the rain.
All great stuff - thank you! It wasn’t just the intro or beat idiosyncrasies, though, but rather the start-to-finish creative artistry of Joe Morello, that’s made ’Take Five’ a worldwide favorite for so many audiences for so many (60+) years.
Obviously Queen had to be #1 but thank you for putting Porcaro at #2 ! Such an under-known drummer who deserved better. Always doing right by the music. And Gadd in here too, so many great things to choose from. Personally, I've been a Peart fan all my life, and Tom Sawyer is so iconic. I don't envy the challenge you faced, but I think you picked some great grooves.
I could not agree more, Jeff Porcaro is probably the most underrated of highly rated drummers (if that makes any sense). I have always said the greatest musicians are session musicians and Toto proves it. Most rock drummer lists tend to put Porcaro in the 20s to 40s in rank but I truly think he is a top 10 or top 5 drummer of all time. He was taken way too soon.
@@Thenorthsace ... you're right. Ginger Baker never added any scales to the rudiments scale. So perhaps that statement should be... Ginger Baker is no John Bonham. Which is why I said... Bonham is the real Shady. Don't get me wrong... Ginger Baker is great. So was Bill Ward. Very highly competent drummer. But there's only one... La Beasto!
I'd love to watch you analyze the drum track of "Fire" by Jimi Hendrix. I don't think I've ever heard anyone reproduce what Mitch Mitchell is doing on that song. Another song with an awesome drum track is "Brother To Brother" by Gino Vannelli(Nakis does a great cover of it). Also check out the drum cover of Rush's "XYZ" by Kevan Roy. Halfway through that video he does something that even Neil Peart doesn't do. I think it's the most remarkable piece of drumming I've ever heard! One last candidate for analysis from my perspective is Alan White's drum work on the Yessongs version of "Yours Is No Disgrace".
this video showed me the difference when the drums make the song and when the guitar makes the song, some I don't even recognize without the guitar, and some are easy to pick out with drums alone.
A couple details I noticed.... the bass drum part in Walk this Way is more shuffly than he is playing it. Also in Smells like Teen Spirit Dave is actually playing eighth notes on the hi-hat in the intro/chorus, not quarter notes. It just gets drowned out because of the open hi-hats. You can see him playing eighth notes in the live video clip.
This video answered a lot of questions I had for most of the songs you played. THANK YOU!!! Ballroom Blitz...Trying to play with the second note being a left hand snare and then trying to keep it going in that same fashion, LR, LR...after one round, my hands decide to do something completely different. I was always taught to start a roll with the right hand and now I really need to concentrate real hard to play that song. I almost have it down, after 35 years of drumming...LOL.
Very surprised not to hear Immigrant groove, and absolutely agree to hear We will rock you on the 1st position! I'd maybe add billie jean groove. Yeah, it's simple, but you need to be precise to keep it in the pocket actually. Great video!
Great Video and Great Drumming!!! But, I would removed "We Will Rock You" from the top ten and replaced it with "When The Levy Breaks" by Led Zeppelin in the Number One Spot. Thanks for sharing your Talents with us!!!
I don’t play any instruments but I am very well versed as member in the audience I can’t believe you have the Meters on this list I love the Meters. Great job on appreciating one of the best all bands in my view of all times.
Great video, indeed everyone has their own preferences, I can think of two more that could be in there by the great Ginger Baker, Sunshine of Your Love and In a White Room.
You can never fit everyone's favourite in a top 20 drum beats, but some of mine are :- Tony Meehan - Diamonds The Prodigy - Charly Phil Collins - In the air tonight The Winstons - Amen Break The Police - Walking on the moon Dream Theatre -The dance of eternity Cosy Powell - Dance with the devil
Nick Mason - Time Phil Collins - That's All, Cinena Show, In The Cage (among others) Dave Lombardo - Raining Blood, South of Heaven Nicko McBrain - Where Eagles Dare ...
You left out: GnR: You Could Be Mine Metallica: Enter Sandman Soundgarden: Jesus Christ Pose (or maybe Spoonman, I suppose) MC Hammer: U Can't Touch This Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes Redbone: Prehistoric Rhythm
@David Hasselhoff If you play the 16ths as 8ths is legitimately, in every sense, a basic rock groove. The song is only 88 beats per minute. The difficulty is in it's simplicity not it's technical necessity.
@David Hasselhoff My original comment said, "Nothing's too difficult if you break it down and practice is slowly." We should be encouraging people, not putting them down. You should really think about how defensive you're getting over something this trivial.
Iron Maiden - Run To the Hills Faith No More - Midlife Crisis Sepultura - Terrirory Rage Against The Machine - Vietnow Michael Jackson - Smooth Criminal.
im honestly really happy that roger taylor is recognized on this channel, he really deserves it for how talented he is, even if its such a simple beat for which he (or the whole band) is known for
Thank you for list. Very professional and yes theses are all awesome beats. My favourite remains Smells like teen spirit, but I just would of added Beat it. I could recognize that beat any day anywhere. Thank you
Thanks for checking it out, everyone!
Great chops Brandon! Disappointed you didn't do the cymbal and snare accents in Hot for Teacher ;(
Alway a pleasure to watch vids from drumeo, so informative and well structured. I have learnt so, so much from the channel and saved to much money on lessons. I don't need them when I got you guys. Keep up the good work. Much love from UK. 🇬🇧❤️
@@davetourle4250 - Appreciate it, Dave! Thank you for supporting and checking out the videos :).
@Brandon Toews Great Chops
@@gabrielbeyt6267 - Thank you!
Fool in the Rain will always be the best song I've ever learned. It taught me ghost notes, opening the hi hat, syncopation, triplets and everything else. It holds a special place in my heart.
If you can play that clean, you'll impress any other drummer out there. Joe Bloggs off the street wouldn't give it the proper appreciation
@@Cuzjudd Exactly
@@Strider258 good work man, you've inspired me to learn it properly now
@@Cuzjudd Glad I could help!
@@Strider258 my stupid hi hat stand is broken haha 😢 I think it's the clutch
Without a doubt, the most important groove I have learned in the last 30 years is Take 5. Even if you are not a jazz drummer, taking the time to learn this very strange beat, will improve your independence immensely. It is frustrating at the start, because your mind has to free itself from at least 2 of your appendages, if not 3. But after a couple weeks - at least for me - one can start injecting fills that you never would have thought possible. This one groove has made me a much better drummer. I practice it every time I sit down at my set. Thank you Brandon.
Love that 5/4. Couldn't put that record away in college. Backgammon and Brubeck.
The first two bars of Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” will get the attention on any party anywhere in the world. Simplest beat, yet so recognizable
Its just a standard rock beat, it’s true this beat is recognised by a lot of people, but the same beat was used in thousands of songs before that one. I’d say beat it should of been on the list though.
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@@theswiftdragon1504 it's more about the sound of the drums themselves, that Snare is synonymous with Sugarfoot Moffet
@@skullyjones3548 Even tho the drums in the recorded song are played by Leon "Ndugu" Chancler, Jonathan only played this song on live tours like the Victory Tour or the HIStory Tour.
Not when I play it, but I'm no sugarfoot.
@@skullyjones3548 CRACK!, that guy ha the tightest sounding snare, and his chokes are simply flawless, remind me of Aldridge.
we all know that the most iconic drum beat is the phub intro....
so you mean this Drumeo video?
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@@landonpeckham7752 😂😂😂
Its basically the rosanna shuffle 38:38
That’s how I learned it double notes on a single pedal bass drum
Brother, is that you?
Alex Van Halen’s “Hot For Teacher” groove is derived from Billy Cobham’s “Quadrant “. The groove was also played by Simon Phillips on Jeff Beck’s “ Space Boogie” with part of it played in 7/4 time. It’s been used a lot since “Hot For Teacher” including Steve Vai’s “The Audience Is Listening “ and Joe Satriani’s “Satch Boogie”. Steve Morse’s “ Cruise Missle” is also worth a listen. Great stuff . Thanks for posting this awesome video.
I've noticed if I start playing Cruise Missle, like 80% of the time the guitar player will start playing the Hot For Teacher intro. Then I just switch of course and enjoy the ride :)
The iconic groove in the tune “Ballroom Blitz” was created by one of the most accomplished and underrated drummers in rock history. The incomparable, Mick Tucker.
Exactly, and he didn't even give him a mention.
Not to mention the fact that he was self taught as well
My most iconic drum groove is played near the end of the song. That song, "In the Air Tonight". People wait the entire song just for that moment.
Intro to I Don't Care Anymore is maybe more in line with the list.
Run to the Hill’s/Hallowed Be Thy Name - Iron Maiden
When 10% of the top grooves are based on the Purdie Shuffle, you should give some props to Bernard.
I previously learned all these beats from Wipe Out as a 10-year-old challenge to a 70-year-old practicing to perfect the Gadd and Stubblefield. Though I disagree that that the Queen beat is worthwhile, I love your clarity and friendly non-jive attitude that tends to plague so many online drummers. Great work. Interesting choices.
Steve Miller Band's "Take the Money and Run" also has an instantly recognizable groove.
Amen Brother by The Winstons at 1:24 was and is sampled so often, definitely deserving of a spot
I think you could consider:
My Sharona - The Knack
The Number of the Beast - Iron Maiden
I Want You to Want Me - Cheap Trick
Those are great!
Or “Where Eagles Dare” by Iron Maiden
I was surprised that Motörhead's "Overkill" was not included - probably the most recognizable drum intro in metal.
“When The Levee Breaks” isn’t on this list!? Great choices.... but.... man!
It's only the most sampled drum beat ever. ;)
because while its a great beat, its only fun to play if you got the sound to go along with it.. i once played it in an underground parking garage. that was cool.
or immigrant song!
The whole top 20 could be filled with John Bonham drum beats :)
@@henry5617 people recognize that, even when I play it on a djembe.
Thank you so much for taking the time and effort to make this compilation. I really enjoyed hearing some drum grooves that I thought I played right, but I wasn’t. You didn’t include some of “my” favourites but that is okay because I learned a lot of what you did show.
Your ride cymbal sound on the take five is so silky smooth and beautiful.
Thank you and Drumeo for sharing.
Thanks for the comment, appreciate it! :)
I agree with all of them. The 3 that pop in my head however that didn't get mentioned, are the beginning of the Steve Miller Band song "Take the money and Run" and Led Zeppelin's
" When the levee breaks" . Maybe John Robinson on Michael Jackson's "Beat It" Pretty simple groove, but a really recognizable.
Thank you for taking the time!!
Led Zep could probably fill a top 20 list all their own. John Bonham was incredible.
Thank you. I'm a session drummer and I can't ever seem to get my friends to understand. I love that u put the written music up. I have to read those but only to get my expected beat. U make it easy for others to see that drumming isn't just bang bang.
Thank you buddy and u are a great drummer, hope to be as good as you are. I'm only 68 years old so don't have much time to improve. ..lol thanks buddy.
PS. My first real tune to session was Stone in Love. Did it for a commercial
Blur Song 2 is up there for me, straight forward but instantly gets you going. Great video BTW, hope there will be a follow up!
The "Amen" break is the most iconic drum groove.
Yes I was waiting and looking for someone to say this.
@@abdelilhmanflores haha same here!
Same. A whole entire genre of electronic music with a unique scene to go with it came about from this beat.
I was about to say that! Most sampled beat in history
At first I was like: "Oh, a 45 min video, that's a bit too much probably".
Now I'm like: "That... was so accurate, well made and entertaining that I'd like a Part 2 asap".
Thank you, Nea!
Crap I didn’t realize it was 45 min until I finished watching it and saw this comment
Nice job, I realize how much time this took getting all the bpm's and notations. Thank you.
One drum beat I never see recognized anywhere is Sonne by Rammstein. So simple, yet so effective.
That's a cool one! Thanks for the suggestion 🥁
Thought you would have said Du Hast, way more iconic. And even simpler
What about Billie Jean by Michael Jackson?
Like Ex-files from Backyard Babies
I was actually messing around with "Run to Hills" one day and by complete accident stumbled upon "March of the Pigs"...I love both of those. I also love "Churub Rock" and "Bullet with Butterfly Wings"...I think Jimmy Chamberlin is so underrated! *(Cool pics tho 🥁😎)*
11 should be the break from "Amen Brother" by The Winstons as THAT is the most sampled grrove that inspired a whole genre.
Correct! It was the B side of "Color Him Father" which was released in may 1969 almost a full year before "Funky Drummer"
15:33
For the record, the HfT groove is lifted from Billy Cobham's "Quadrant 4"- 1973
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I'm stunned that the intro of Paradise City by Guns 'n Roses didn't make your list. Another very simple one but so iconic and recognisable.
Hal Blaine’s intro on the song Mary Mary by the Monkees. Later sampled by Run-DMC. Iconic groove.
For Led Zeppelin, I can't believe you didn't pick, "Good times, bad times". The triplet kicks are absolutely legendary and extremely distinctive as it hadn't been heard before.
For me criminal is also not includng When The Levee Breaks. One of most sampled drums .
Good times and levee are both incredibly recognizable. Could easily all be top 5
Great breakdown and explanation, thanks for sharing.
I know it’s a finite list but honorable mention needs to go to Nicko McBrain for Where Eagles Dare. Iconic drum introduction and amazing groove, not only the fast single pedal triplet but the double snare!
So happy you put Rush in there. He's an amazing drummer
I started playing drums because of U2!!! Really influenced my early style, melodic, airy, but powerful, before I started taking a lot of lessons and fixing all my bad habits.
Already mentioned here John Bonham and When the Levee Breaks but I´d like to add Immigrant Song and Rock And Roll.
Something not very well known in U.S. is the band Nightwish, but once You hear the intro of their "Ghost Love Score"
(live version!) You´ll remember it.
Interesting - but more than a bit surprised that I didn't hear Bonham's intro to "When The Levee Breaks".
My personal addition would be the intro to "Rock 'n Roll" by Led Zeppelin. Also I have to commend you for putting together a top drum groove list without adding In the Air Tonight to it.
Very cool video! Great job you covered some iconic drum intros you got Ringo Star in there, but you forgot about Keith Moon!
Thanks drumeo, surely the most professional drum channel on youtube!
Great selections as a drum teacher,these are some of my go to beats,fills to teach
I'm surprised you had nothing from Stewart Copeland from the police. One of my favourite drummers.
What song would you choose matey? Oh hey it's you lol
@@Cuzjudd probably walking on the moon, the cymbal work is just so amazing.
@@davetourle4250 Nice. Have you ever played a Copeland song absolutely note for note?
@@Cuzjudd I've tried, but he is so technical, and I'm not that good. Lol
@@davetourle4250 I don't think I've ever seen a cover band do a Police song coz not many drummers can pull off Copey's exquisate reggae feel
Don’t think I’ve ever clicked on a video faster in my life. Love from Ireland 🇮🇪
Cheers from 🇨🇦
Same :D a lot of fun with learning, this channel do really good job!
@@qooras826 Yeah I know right
Oyyyy what’s the craic?
@@brengeldelacruz8866 yup yup
You have the best job in the entire world! Great job!
Agreed! :D
As a recognisable drum groove Don't Bring Me Down by ELO takes some beating. I know it's not technically demanding at all, and is in fact a loop from On The Run Again, but very very recognisable
Such great choices! A walk down drumming memory lane. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@BrandonToews One more shout out... happy that Rosanna got recognized so high on the list. I can't think of any more rewarding for putting in the work to play smoothly -- especially that full-on ghost note version!
These are some great choices! I would have probably included “Run to the Hills” by Maiden in my own list.
Excellent choice. I think that is a drummer that does not get the credit he deserves.
Nice selection!
A second Neil Pearl groove is needed: his signature ride bell triplets beat used on so many Rush songs that you don’t hear anywhere else.
Appreciate this video. Just got my Alesis strike pro se and I'm gonna spend time following this video. Thank you for the content. :)
Awesome!
Great job Brandon! Alot of fun!
I would of used of these instead...
" Over the Mountain " Blizzard of Oz
" Bullet the Blue Sky " U2
" Space Boogie " Jeff Beck
" Empire in the Sky " Tony MacAlpine
" Where Eagles Dare " Iron Maiden
" The Prisoner " Iron Maiden
" Welcome Home " King Diamond
"Rock N Roll" Intro Led Zeppelin
"Where Eagles Dare" Intro Iron Maiden
"Hard to Handle" Black Crowes
Fun Lesson! Nice Work Brandon
Great job Brandon!
The problem for many drummers for the Ballroom Blitz intro will be landing the kick on the left-hand in bars three and four. I've played 'Sing Sing Sing' with a Big band (but the accents shown on my chart were simpler) and I play 'Take Five' quite often. 'Cissy Strut' has thus far eluded me! 'Superstition' always seems to have tempo problems. 'You're not playing it fast enough' or 'it's too fast' - even though the two might indeed have the same tempo! :) I've learnt '50 Ways' a few different ways - but less than 50. 'Come Together' - yes some controversy! :) Rosanna's a challenge. Although simple I've never used tom-toms for the Queen track!
Only criticism: The hi-hats were too low in the mix (for me).
Cheers!
My talented friend, and drumming brother, you really have found a great educator niche to, that you are really starting to flourish in. I THINK IT'S TIME U GOT A RAISE OVER THERE AT THE DRUMEO COMMUNITY. Great job, young man. Bless you!
I know this list just has one song by each artist, but I feel like Bonham has like at least 6. I think every drummer learned at least When the levee breaks, Rock and roll, dyer maker, and the already mentioned fool in the rain.
Great video. I enjoyed it very much. Thanks.
No "In the Air" from and played by Phil Collins ? (And NO, I am NOT talking about the most famous intro pattern but all the groove)
All great stuff - thank you! It wasn’t just the intro or beat idiosyncrasies, though, but rather the start-to-finish creative artistry of Joe Morello, that’s made ’Take Five’ a worldwide favorite for so many audiences for so many (60+) years.
Obviously Queen had to be #1 but thank you for putting Porcaro at #2 ! Such an under-known drummer who deserved better. Always doing right by the music. And Gadd in here too, so many great things to choose from.
Personally, I've been a Peart fan all my life, and Tom Sawyer is so iconic.
I don't envy the challenge you faced, but I think you picked some great grooves.
I could not agree more, Jeff Porcaro is probably the most underrated of highly rated drummers (if that makes any sense). I have always said the greatest musicians are session musicians and Toto proves it. Most rock drummer lists tend to put Porcaro in the 20s to 40s in rank but I truly think he is a top 10 or top 5 drummer of all time. He was taken way too soon.
Nicely done!
The Beatles Ticket to Ride is a great groove. Add it to Part Two. Thanks for doing this. A lot of work and prep.
very very good workshop !!!! Thank you !
John Bonham. He's the real Slim Shady... All you others are just... Imitating.
Yeah he was good but he want ginger baker.
@@Thenorthsace ... you're right. Ginger Baker never added any scales to the rudiments scale. So perhaps that statement should be... Ginger Baker is no John Bonham. Which is why I said... Bonham is the real Shady. Don't get me wrong... Ginger Baker is great. So was Bill Ward. Very highly competent drummer. But there's only one... La Beasto!
well done man! Good selection. Would have included ticket to ride in there myself
Would also include Steve Miller's "Take the Money and Run". Absolutely iconic.
I'd love to watch you analyze the drum track of "Fire" by Jimi Hendrix. I don't think I've ever heard anyone reproduce what Mitch Mitchell is doing on that song. Another song with an awesome drum track is "Brother To Brother" by Gino Vannelli(Nakis does a great cover of it). Also check out the drum cover of Rush's "XYZ" by Kevan Roy. Halfway through that video he does something that even Neil Peart doesn't do. I think it's the most remarkable piece of drumming I've ever heard! One last candidate for analysis from my perspective is Alan White's drum work on the Yessongs version of "Yours Is No Disgrace".
Nothing from David Garabaldi? Oakland Stroke, Soul Vaccination, Squibb Cakes, just to name a few.... so many classic and classy grooves....
Carl Upthegrove David Is one of my all-time favorite players and any of those groups you mentioned would be required for anybody who’s in the Funk
My money's on David Garibaldi, he's on the T. O. P. of my list.
Great topic and instruction!!...loved this...played most of these and nice to see them broken down👍👍
Good list, though I was bummed that Golden Earring's Radar Love wasn't included... along with some others mentioned in the comments section
this video showed me the difference when the drums make the song and when the guitar makes the song, some I don't even recognize without the guitar, and some are easy to pick out with drums alone.
Toxicity - System of a Down
One day I'll learn the tom and snare pattern note for note lol
Chop suey?
A couple details I noticed.... the bass drum part in Walk this Way is more shuffly than he is playing it. Also in Smells like Teen Spirit Dave is actually playing eighth notes on the hi-hat in the intro/chorus, not quarter notes. It just gets drowned out because of the open hi-hats. You can see him playing eighth notes in the live video clip.
What about "you could be mine" by GnR?
Oh yis, that intro is orgasmic
This video answered a lot of questions I had for most of the songs you played. THANK YOU!!! Ballroom Blitz...Trying to play with the second note being a left hand snare and then trying to keep it going in that same fashion, LR, LR...after one round, my hands decide to do something completely different. I was always taught to start a roll with the right hand and now I really need to concentrate real hard to play that song. I almost have it down, after 35 years of drumming...LOL.
Great Job Brandon !I enjoyed this immensely and pretty much agree with your selections . A lot of fun, Thanks !
This was so good. You're a great instructor, sir
Very surprised not to hear Immigrant groove, and absolutely agree to hear We will rock you on the 1st position!
I'd maybe add billie jean groove. Yeah, it's simple, but you need to be precise to keep it in the pocket actually.
Great video!
Yeah, Billie Jean is definitely legendary groove
Great suggestions here! This list could've easily been a top 50 list!
@@BrandonToews Absolutely!) Very hard to choose, for sure.
@@BrandonToews you could make it a series
That was awesome! Thank you !
Great Video and Great Drumming!!! But, I would removed "We Will Rock You" from the top ten and replaced it with "When The Levy Breaks" by Led Zeppelin in the Number One Spot. Thanks for sharing your Talents with us!!!
When the Levee Breaks is my #1 and #2 and #3 and #4 and #5
It didn't even make the list, huh?
Lot of helpful content here. Much appreciated.
Brandon,this was awesome brother!
Thank you!
I don’t play any instruments but I am very well versed as member in the audience I can’t believe you have the Meters on this list I love the Meters. Great job on appreciating one of the best all bands in my view of all times.
Great video, indeed everyone has their own preferences, I can think of two more that could be in there by the great Ginger Baker, Sunshine of Your Love and In a White Room.
such a beautiful video man
Thank you!
It's amazing how different the two different versions of the Rosanna groove sound, considering the relatively minor ``actual' difference
You can never fit everyone's favourite in a top 20 drum beats, but some of mine are :-
Tony Meehan - Diamonds
The Prodigy - Charly
Phil Collins - In the air tonight
The Winstons - Amen Break
The Police - Walking on the moon
Dream Theatre -The dance of eternity
Cosy Powell - Dance with the devil
I'm missing The Winstons` Gregory C. Coleman playing the Amen Break
I find it so SO hard playing any beat slowed down.....
You did fantastic Brother, Great job dude. 👍👍
Great video. I would have loved to see Steve Smith’s groove on “Don’t Stop Believin’” - love the interplay between toms and ride cymbal.
When you stopped "take five" right as that sweet sax line was about to start.. 'And I took that personally'
'Black Velvet' by Alannah Myles is just recognizable and simply amazing in it's simplicity and could never be mistaken for something else..
yeah but it's about the base not the drums
Nick Mason - Time
Phil Collins - That's All, Cinena Show, In The Cage (among others)
Dave Lombardo - Raining Blood, South of Heaven
Nicko McBrain - Where Eagles Dare
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Where's "When the Levee Breaks"?
AC/DC Back in Black. The most recognizable beat, and memorable fill at the end of the bar. Not fancy, but iconic
Good call
Very interesting video, very informative! I'd love to see you break down the live version of Phil Collins' I Don't Care Anymore!
Another great one.
So many Phil Collins' songs that could have made the cut. "in The Air Tonight" fill (and beat) is amazing.
You left out:
GnR: You Could Be Mine
Metallica: Enter Sandman
Soundgarden: Jesus Christ Pose (or maybe Spoonman, I suppose)
MC Hammer: U Can't Touch This
Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes
Redbone: Prehistoric Rhythm
He did Tom Sawyer beat really well it's a difficult one , good job man 👏
Basic rock groove, man. Nothing's too difficult if you break it down and practice is slowly.
@David Hasselhoff If you play the 16ths as 8ths is legitimately, in every sense, a basic rock groove. The song is only 88 beats per minute. The difficulty is in it's simplicity not it's technical necessity.
@David Hasselhoff My original comment said, "Nothing's too difficult if you break it down and practice is slowly." We should be encouraging people, not putting them down. You should really think about how defensive you're getting over something this trivial.
Hi..loved the exposé..clear ,joyful precise..bravo..
36:45 I knew that one when you said "tea towels".
Iron Maiden - Run To the Hills
Faith No More - Midlife Crisis
Sepultura - Terrirory
Rage Against The Machine - Vietnow
Michael Jackson - Smooth Criminal.
im honestly really happy that roger taylor is recognized on this channel, he really deserves it for how talented he is, even if its such a simple beat for which he (or the whole band) is known for
Thank you for list. Very professional and yes theses are all awesome beats. My favourite remains Smells like teen spirit, but I just would of added Beat it. I could recognize that beat any day anywhere. Thank you