Category: Transcriptions

The Winstons Amen, Brother drum break transcription

Drum Shorts: The Winstons – Amen, Brother (Drum Break Transcription)

23 March 2026

In this new episode of Drum Shorts, we delve into the legend of the Amen break, a six-second drum moment that turned an obscure 1969 B-side into a cornerstone of modern music. Originating from the Winstons’ song “Amen, Brother,” the Amen break is now credited as the most sampled drum part in history. It appears in over 2,000 recordings … More Drum Shorts: The Winstons – Amen, Brother (Drum Break Transcription)

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Art Blakey – Are You Real (Trading Fours Drum Transcription)

10 March 2026

Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers’ “Are You Real” is a Benny Golson composition from the landmark album Moanin’ (1959), showcasing the drummer’s unmatched energy, precision, and conversational approach to rhythm. Blakey turns the drum kit into a dynamic voice, especially during the trading fours section … More Art Blakey – Are You Real (Trading Fours Drum Transcription)

jeff porcaro toto africa drum fill transcription

Drum Shorts: Toto – Africa (Drum Fill Analysis) + Free Full Transcription

10 January 2026

Few drum parts are as instantly recognizable as “Africa” by Toto, and much of that magic comes from Jeff Porcaro’s unique ability to blend precision, feel, and musical restraint. Released in 1982 as part of the acclaimed album Toto IV, the song features one of the most studied grooves in pop and rock history … More Drum Shorts: Toto – Africa (Drum Fill Analysis) + Free Full Transcription

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Neil Peart: Rush – Distant Early Warning (Full Drum Transcription)

8 December 2025

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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Drum Shorts: Radiohead – Pyramid Song (Drum Groove Transcription)

16 October 2025

“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)

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

23 August 2025

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)

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Burial + Four Tet – Wolf Cub (Drum Groove Transcription)

5 August 2025

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)

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The Meters – Cissy Strut (Drum Sheet Music)

25 July 2025

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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Drum Shorts: The Meters – Cissy Strut (Drum Grooves Transcription)

29 June 2025

“Cissy Strut” is an influential funk instrumental tune by The Meters, released in 1969 as part of their self-titled debut album. This track showcases the band’s unique blend of New Orleans musical influences, characterized by tight rhythmic guitar riffs and syncopated grooves, that helped define the funk genre. It features the outstanding drumming of Joseph “Zigaboo” Modeliste … More Drum Shorts: The Meters – Cissy Strut (Drum Grooves Transcription)