Sunday, June 27, 2010

Riddim Twins, Sly and Robbie, Black Uhuru -The Reggae to Dancehall Standard


Sponji Reggae
ALBUM version


Guess Who's Coming to Dinner
LIVE in EUROPE

Sly and Robbie (Bass and Drums) were monumental in the reggae/dancehall structure.
Dig the Rhythm Placement between the Keys's offbeats and the Drums & Bass & Guitar.
Amazing fusion of rhythms: Reggae, Dancehall, Roots, Rock backbeat, 16ths HiHat Feel

Monday, June 14, 2010

Moeller Technique Video Resources



















Videos here include Jim Chapin, Jim Morello, Tony Royster, JoJoMayer, Dave Weckl.

Others influenced by Moeller: Buddy Rich, Joe Porcaro, Burleigh Drummond, etc. . .

Contrasting and Integrating Technique called the Morello Technique which focuses on bounce rather than whip (shown in 3rd video "Killer Exercie"). First hand tutelage from Morello's pupil Danny Gottlieb.

Friday, June 4, 2010

3 Top Sampled Grooves in Popular Music

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Funky Drummer Loop Clyde Stubblefield

FULL Song

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AMEN BREAK

The Winstons - Amen Brother


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The Incredible Bongo Band - Apache