I’m excited to share my newest release: a remix of “Sunlight Song” (feat. Rel O’Keefe) by De-Franco. This is the second release of my collaborative project Francis V with musicians from all over the world. I want to thank my friend De-Franco for letting me remix his stunning track, featuring the unique voice of Rel … More Sunlight Song feat. Rel O’Keefe – Francis V Remix
I want to thank John Di Raimo for contacting me and sharing his article about the Jeff Porcaro single-hand hi-hat technique, particularly on the famous tune “I Keep Forgettin’” by Michael McDonald. Here’s the original article, published by Modern Drummer in January 2009. These exercises are so helpful in mastering the single-hand hi-hat technique, especially … More Groove Like Jeff by John Di Raimo
Thrilled to let you know I’m now on Instagram. I’ll post transcriptions, exercises, videos, and other stuff related to my music projects and passions here. Follow me! instagram.com/francis_drumming_blog
In the previous months, I shared some exercises using Stick Control by G. L. Stone to play different accent combinations (single, double, and triple), using the famous pages Single Beat Combinations. All these combinations, the first 12 exercises, are now available for free in one printable PDF file. DOWNLOAD THE PDF Every single line should … More Stick Control Accent Workout
This month has been demanding! Thank you for all your support, visiting my blog, donating, and purchasing my products. I’m not a fan of promotional posts, but here we go: new drum transcriptions are now available in my stores including the drum transcriptions for “Johnny B. Goode,” “Celebration,” “Still a Friend of Mine,” “Wicked Garden,” … More New Drum Transcriptions
I’m glad to share with you my new single from my electronic project Francis V. “Lost In Space” feat. Myleene, released by Epic Tones Records, is the first part of a series of singles, EPs, and remixes coming out this year for various record labels. The song is an electropop piece with various influences, from … More Francis V – Lost In Space feat. Myleene (Epic Tones Records)
Some months ago, I shared the drum transcription for “Fear of a Blank Planet” by Porcupine Tree. The full drum transcription is now available for free in a video. If you like this content, please subscribe to my YouTube channel and find more similar stuff. The complete drum transcription (6 pages) is now available for … More Porcupine Tree – Fear of a Blank Planet (Full Drum Transcription)
Another product review here. WristGrips kindly invited me to review its new product: a pair of wristbands designed for musicians to help with nerve pain, carpal tunnel, tendonitis, and other ailments that musicians get from all the hours in practice and performance. As described by the company. “WristGrips were developed by musicians, for musicians. We know that … More WristGrips – Product Review
Here’s the full drum sheet music for “Still a Friend of Mine” by Incognito, from the album Positivity (1993) with Richard Bailey on drums. The transcription includes 3 pages plus a drum notation key.
While preparing new transcriptions and exercises, here’s a clip playing an Afro-Cuban 6/8 groove in a funk-rock context. Let me explain this groove application: Check out my previous article, which includes some Afro-Cuban 6/8 rhythmic ideas using Ted Reed’s Syncopation. Keep on drumming!
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