Drums, Music, and Loops.
Browse my drums and music blog below to find free drum lessons, articles about the music industry and musicianship, and free drum loops. You’ll also find other fun content such as the occasional review, and news.
I believe in quality content, and you’ll see my educational articles have been published by magazines such as Modern Drummer, whilst the lessons based on my book Concepts, published by Hudson Music.
I hope you enjoy my drums and music blog, and if you’d like to learn to play drums, you can also check out my drum lessons. Or, if you’re looking for a drummer to play on your songs, explore my remote recording services.
STANLEY RANDOLPH: SUPERSTITION DRUM LESSON
This Stanley Randolph Superstition drum lesson explores one of his live performances of the song with Stevie Wonder! STANLEY RANDOLPH SUPERSTITION DRUM LESSON Stanley Randolph’s regarded as one of the most talented drummers today. He's worked with top artists...
SUPERSTITION-INSPIRED DRUM LOOP: FREE DOWNLOAD
Thanks for checking out this month's free drum loop (download below). This one was inspired by Stanley Randolph's interpretation of Stevie Wonder's Superstition groove. Explore my blog to download other free drum loops. Additionally, you can also sign up...
How To Use The Metronome: Reframing How You Think About It
HOW TO USE THE METRONOME You think you know how to use the metronome? Well, if you to be boring or even scary, you might be doing it wrong! Let's reframe this awesome tool and make it enjoyable; as it should be! Ultimately, using a metronome to practice with is a...
DRUM LESSON: DRUMMING INDEPENDENCE
As drummers one of the skills we look to develop is drumming independence. By this of course we mean, broadly-speaking, the ability to play multiple rhythms at once, or also being able to play notes between beats to spice up grooves and fills. To me, this is one of...
TIPS TO PRACTICE YOUR PARADIDDLE CHOPS
In this post we take a look at some tips to help you develop your Paradiddle chops using the "outward" Paradiddle inversion (RRLR LLRL). PARADIDDLE MELODIES Every sticking has melodies hidden inside them. These are useful because they help us think of "dry...
DEAD DRUM LOOP WITH RINGY SNARE: FREE DOWNLOAD
Thanks for checking out this month's free dead drum loop @ 86 BPM download: this one's got a nice and open, ringy snare and a tambourine on the hats for extra flavour! Explore my blog to download other free drum loops. You can also sign up to my mailing list to...
Should I play drums barefoot or with shoes?
In this blog post we explore whether to play drums barefoot vs play wearing shoes; the debate rages on! POP QUIZ! Why don’t we start off by getting you to answer the questions below? Question: Would you wear Answer Jeans to the bath or shower? Thick...
ODD TIME DRUM LOOP: 7/8 GROOVE
Thanks for checking out this month's free odd time drum loop download: this one's in 7/8! Explore my blog to download other free drum loops. You can also sign up to my mailing list to receive a one every month. Head to my remote recording sessions page, and sign up at...
The Only Way Out Is Through: Groove Breakdown
I recently posted a fun 1 minute track called The Only Way Out Is Through. It caught some drummers' attention, so I thought I'd offer a quick breakdown of the grooves that shape the entire piece. MELODY: INVERTED PARADIDDLE (RRLR LLRL) The basic melody of the groove...
Heel Toe Technique: Pro tips
Here’s a quick drum lesson about with pro tips to help you nail the Heel Toe technique! It’s not as tricky as you think it is, and once you get it you can’t unlearn it, so let’s dive straight into it. WHAT IS THE HEEL TOE TECHNIQUE? It's a technique that helps...
SAMBA DRUM BEAT – FREE DOWNLOAD
Thanks for checking out this month's free drum groove download: Samba Drum Beat loop! Explore my blog to download other free drum loops. You can also sign up to my mailing list to receive a one every month. Head to my remote recording sessions page, and sign up at the...
MASSIVE ATTACK TEARDROP DRUM LOOP
Thanks for checking out this month's free drum beat download: the Massive Attack Teardrop drum loop! Explore my blog to download other free drum loops, and sign up to my mailing list to receive a one every month. Head to my remote recording sessions page, and sign up...
CREATIVE DRUM BEAT AT 87 BPM: FREE LOOP DOWNLOAD
Thanks for checking out this month's free drum beat download! Explore my blog to download other free drum loops, and sign up to my mailing list to receive a one every month. Head to my remote recording sessions page, and sign up at the bottom of the page. And of...
Christmas Gifts For Drummers 2021
CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS FOR DRUMMERS 2021 Is there a special drummer in your life? Not sure what to get ‘em for Christmas? Here are some great Christmas gifts for drummers 2021! I mean, I hate to say it but the festive season is approaching fast, and as a drummer...
3 Top Tips for Teaching Drums to a Child with SEN
TEACHING A CHILD WITH SEN You know, teaching drums to many a child with SEN (Special Educational Needs) isn’t something I ever intended to do a lot of, yet I’ve had the opportunity to teach my fair share. Similarly, it’s also not something I ever expected to...
BLACK BEAUTY SNARE: FREE DRUM LOOP
Thanks for checking out this month's Black Beauty Snare free drum loop! Explore my blog to download other free drum loops, and sign up to my mailing list to receive a one every month. Head to my remote recording sessions page, and sign up at the bottom of the page....
Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome Do you get imposter syndrome? It sucks, doesn’t it… Not sure what I’m talking about? It’s that deep-seated doubt in your skills, talents or achievements and the fear that people will find out you’re a fraud. It’s essentially a thought pattern, one...
Tambourine and Cowbell Drum Loop!
Thanks for checking out this month's free drum loop! Explore my blog to download other free drum loops, and sign up to my mailing list to receive a one every month. Head to my remote recording sessions page, and sign up at the bottom of the page. And of course, if...