Category: Transcriptions

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Travis Barker: Box Car Racer – And I (Full Drum Transcription)

7 September 2023

We moved from jazz to classic rock, soul/funk, Latin, and Brazilian music; this time I’ll talk about something different. Well-known as the drummer of Blink-182, Travis Barker is one of the most influential musicians on the Rock scene today, who inspired a whole generation of drummers. His hyperactive and energetic drumming can be heard on … More Travis Barker: Box Car Racer – And I (Full Drum Transcription)

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3 Brazilian Drum Transcriptions (Djavan, Leny Andrade, Rosa Passos)

22 July 2023

In my latest article, I shared a playlist of 50 Brazilian songs to listen to and study. While notating the irresistible samba feel is impossible, transcriptions can help to understand and figure out the patterns, textures, and accents of samba, partido alto, and bossa nova. By listening closely to these songs, we can understand the … More 3 Brazilian Drum Transcriptions (Djavan, Leny Andrade, Rosa Passos)

James Gadson: Cheryl Lynn – Got To Be Real (Full Drum Transcription)

7 June 2023

Cheryl Lynn’s “Got To Be Real” is a timeless disco anthem that has captivated audiences since its release in 1978. It was co-written with David Paich of Toto and David Foster. The song earned a Grammy nomination in 1979, and in 2005 it was inducted into the Dance Music Hall of Fame. The powerful vocals, … More James Gadson: Cheryl Lynn – Got To Be Real (Full Drum Transcription)

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Bernard Purdie: Steely Dan – Babylon Sisters (Full Drum Transcription)

8 May 2023

With a career spanning over six decades, Bernard “Pretty” Purdie is widely renowned as the most recorded drummer of all time and the creator of the half-time shuffle groove. He has played on countless hit records (totaling over 5,000 records) of some of the biggest names in music, including Aretha Franklin, Miles Davis, Ray Charles, … More Bernard Purdie: Steely Dan – Babylon Sisters (Full Drum Transcription)

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Stewart Copeland: The Police – Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic (Full Drum Transcription)

22 March 2023

Stewart Copeland’s drumming style is known for its technical proficiency, dynamic range, and versatility. Copeland’s background in jazz, reggae, world music, and punk rock influenced his drumming, resulting in a unique and eclectic style that is hard to categorize. He often incorporates complex rhythms and syncopated patterns with different textures and sounds. “Every Little Thing … More Stewart Copeland: The Police – Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic (Full Drum Transcription)

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Jeff Porcaro: Toto – Africa (Full Drum Transcription)

7 February 2023

“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)

Steve Gadd: Chick Corea – Lenore (Full Drum Transcription)

4 January 2023

In our daily practice routine, we should dedicate time to listening, studying, and playing the grooves and fills that marked the history of the drum set. That’s an essential part to improve our drumming. “Lenore” by Chick Corea, from the album The Leprechaun (1976), is one of the most iconic and creative Steve Gadd drum … More Steve Gadd: Chick Corea – Lenore (Full Drum Transcription)

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Michael Jackson – Thriller (Drum Grooves)

28 November 2022

It’s time to celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of the most iconic albums in music history. Thriller by Michael Jackson is the best-selling album of all time, with over 100 million copies sold. The album was released on November 30, 1982, for Epic Records, and produced by the legendary Quincy Jones with the collaboration … More Michael Jackson – Thriller (Drum Grooves)

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John Mayer – Waiting On the World to Change (Drum Sheet Music)

7 November 2022

Here’s the drum transcription for “Waiting On the World to Change” by John Mayer from the album Continuum (2006) with Steve Jordan on drums. The note-for-note drum transcription is available for free. DOWNLOAD THE PDF The drum part is based essentially on one groove, consisting of two bars repeated for the entire tune with some … More John Mayer – Waiting On the World to Change (Drum Sheet Music)