I’m a drummer, percussionist, composer, and music producer based in Budapest. This is my drum blog, a collection of sheet music, transcriptions, exercises, books, and other stuff related to the drums.
Rush’s 1984 album Grace Under Pressure continued the band’s move into a slick, synthesizer-driven progressive rock sound. The album’s production was notably “glossy,” with very prominent keyboards. Its opener track, “Distant Early Warning,” exemplifies this blend: an up-tempo rock anthem driven by swirling synth … More Neil Peart: Rush – Distant Early Warning (Full Drum Transcription)
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In the second episode of this series, we’ll explore groups of 4 notes around the drumset to create grooves and fills. The following 72 combinations include hand-foot combinations, hi-hat/bass drum/snare patterns, and tom fills; the rhythmic solutions are endless! An essential element to keep in mind is the sticking, which is alternated … More Rhythmic Patterns: 4-Note Combinations
“Pyramid Song” by Radiohead, from the album Amnesiac (2001), showcases the band’s distinctive sound through its hypnotic and evocative soundscape. The composition, written by Thom Yorke, features a unique rhythmic structure, impressionist harmony, and layered instrumentation that create an immersive listening … More Drum Shorts: Radiohead – Pyramid Song (Drum Groove Transcription)
My new release is available everywhere! “Reflections” blends jazz and electronica, featuring a warm and mellow sound that reflects the autumn mood. The track is a 3/4 modal composition born years ago, forgotten somewhere in my hard drive, and reprised to create a relaxing listening experience. The drum part features a jazz-funk … More Francis V – Reflections (Available Now) + Drumless Track
I’m beyond thrilled and grateful that the blog reached more than 10,000 followers on Instagram. This milestone reflects your amazing support for my content. The blog’s mission is, and always will be, to provide authentic music education. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced drummer, you’ll find something useful here to elevate your skills … More 10K Instagram Followers!
Bikutsi is a Cameroonian music genre originating from the Beti, an ethnic group in and around the capital city Yaoundé. Meaning “beat the earth,” it features insistent cross-rhythms and a driving triplet feel, often counted in 12/8 or 6/8 time. Traditionally played at important community gatherings such as weddings and festivals, Bikutsi emphasizes … More Rhythms From the World #5 – Bikutsi
Toto’s 1988 album The Seventh One was celebrated as the best-received since the acclaimed Toto IV. On this album, “These Chains” stands out as a midtempo pop-rock song, featuring a 4/4 captivating groove and lush guitar layers. This foundation gives the song a classy, smooth rhythm. Building on this, Jeff Porcaro’s drumming is remarkable … More Jeff Porcaro: Toto – These Chains (Full Drum Transcription)
In this article, we’ll discover a unique drum groove unlike anything you’ve ever heard, opening your musical horizon to the multifaceted world of electronic music.
Two of the most influential figures in the indie electronic scene are Burial (birth name: William Emmanuel Bevan), a South London producer whose groundbreaking work … More Burial + Four Tet – Wolf Cub (Drum Groove Transcription)
Last month, we analyzed the drum grooves of “Cissy Strut” by The Meters in our Drum Shorts series. Now I’m thrilled to share the complete drum transcription of the iconic funk tune featuring Joseph “Zigaboo” Modeliste on drums, for those who want to study all the groove variations, embellishments, and musical fills. The drum transcription … More The Meters – Cissy Strut (Drum Sheet Music)
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