Jeff Porcaro: Toto – These Chains (Full Drum Transcription)

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)

Steely Dan: 5 Drum Transcriptions & Stone Temple Pilots: 5 Drum Transcriptions – Now Available in Paperback

My latest two books, Steely Dan: 5 Drum Transcriptions and Stone Temple Pilots: 5 Drum Transcriptions, are now available in paperback format on Amazon. Each transcription is accurately transcribed note-for-note with an easy and clear notation, including a comprehensive notation key. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced drummer, these collections are your gateway to understanding Steely Dan and … More Steely Dan: 5 Drum Transcriptions & Stone Temple Pilots: 5 Drum Transcriptions – Now Available in Paperback

Steely Dan: 5 Drum Transcriptions

For musicians, the intricate and sophisticated Steely Dan’s compositions offer a treasure of inspiration. The band’s unique blend of jazz and rock has captivated audiences and musicians for decades. I’m thrilled to announce a collection of accurately crafted drum transcriptions featuring five iconic Steely Dan songs: Green Earrings, Aja, Babylon Sisters, Gaucho, and The Last … More Steely Dan: 5 Drum Transcriptions

Jeff Porcaro: Toto – Africa (Full Drum Transcription)

“Africa” is one of Toto’s most recognizable songs, a timeless classic. Originally released on their 1982 album Toto IV, the drum performance on this track is a perfect example of Jeff Porcaro’s signature sound, showcasing his versatility and musicality as a drummer.In this article, we’ll take a closer look at this iconic drum part and … More Jeff Porcaro: Toto – Africa (Full Drum Transcription)

Drum Shorts: Toto – Rosanna (Outro Drum Groove Transcription)

The second episode of my new series “drum shorts” is dedicated to Jeff Porcaro, and the nice and smooth groove played on the guitar solo outro of “Rosanna” by Toto. In case you missed it, in the first episode I transcribed the legendary drum part of the intro for “Good Times Bad Times” played by … More Drum Shorts: Toto – Rosanna (Outro Drum Groove Transcription)

Jeff Porcaro Grooves: 8 Drum Transcriptions – Second Edition

My book Jeff Porcaro Grooves: 8 Drum Transcriptions is now available in a new second edition. The new features included are: The book includes an introductory chapter, a biography of the drummer, and the full drum sheet music for Lido Shuffle, Lowdown, Hold the Line, Gaucho, Africa, Rosanna, I Keep Forgettin’, and Georgy Porgy (live … More Jeff Porcaro Grooves: 8 Drum Transcriptions – Second Edition