https://www.drumforum.org/articles/drumming-theory-understanding-the-science-behind-the-beats/
Understanding polyrhythms is another aspect of drumming that influences brain function. Polyrhythms are multiple rhythms played simultaneously, challenging the brain's ability to process and synchronize different patterns. This complex rhythmic interplay strengthens the neural connections responsible for auditory perception, coordination, and

https://www.drumeo.com/beat/the-top-100-drummers-of-all-time/
Recommended Albums: "Blue Matter" - John Scofield, "Extraction" - Greg Howe, Victor Wooten, and Dennis Chambers. 13. Bernard "Pretty" Purdie. Having appeared on more than 4000 albums, Bernard "Pretty" Purdie is one of, if not the most, recorded drummers of all time.

https://www.drumforum.org/articles/exploring-diverse-drumming-styles-and-genres/
The Influence of Jazz Drumming. Jazz drumming is a unique art form that has had a profound impact on the world of music. Known for its improvisational nature and swinging rhythms, jazz drummers bring a sense of creativity and innovation to their performances. They play a vital role in driving the rhythm and interacting with other musicians in

https://www.drumeo.com/beat/danny-carey-genius/
Before dropping out of college, Danny studied geometry, science, and metaphysics. Danny Carey is 6'5″ - one of the tallest drummers in the game. If you haven't yet figured out why the Tool drummer has so much hype, here are 5 reasons why Danny Carey is a drumming genius. 1. His grooves are creative and distinct. 2.

https://www.drumeo.com/beat/john-bonham-drum-genius/
5. Intense drum solos. As legendary as he is now, he only released two drum solo recordings during his life, which was tragically cut short at the age of 32. These were "Moby Dick" and "Bonzo's Montreux". But every solo he played was a work of art and featured different textures, dynamics, spontaneity, creativity and technical prowess.

https://www.sweetwater.com/insync/stewart-copeland-opens-drumming-career-etc/
What were your drumming influences that helped define that style? Well, Arabic music is in my DNA, informed by Buddy Rich, Mitch Mitchell, Joe Morello. In fact, where I live now is the world of Joe Morello and "Take Five." That sound of the drums, full relaxed. Just letting the drums sing.

http://andrewolson.com/Neil_Peart/drums/influences/index.htm
Drum solo influences; Rock influences: late 1960s/early 1970s; 1970s influences; 1980s influences; 1990s influences; Teachers (1965-2008) Bibliography; Scroll through the slides to read quotes from Peart about his drum influences. "Gene Krupa was the first rock drummer in very many ways. Without Gene Krupa, there wouldn't have been a Keith Moon."

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/20592043231186870
Individual drumming experience has been shown to influence how expressive the performance of a professional drummer playing in different styles and genres was judged (Di Mauro et al., 2018), or how asynchronies are detected in experimentally manipulated audio-visual stimuli (Petrini et al., 2009a; Petrini et al., 2009b). However, we used an

https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/dave-grohl-nirvana-biggest-influences-neil-peart-john-bonham/
In fact, Grohl didn't even have a drum kit the first time he felt Peart's influence sway him. Speaking to Ultimate Guitar, Grohl confessed his love for Peart and Rush as a band. Talking about the moment he first heard Rush's seminal album 2112; he said: "First of all, I didn't have a (drum) set, so it was just pillows in my bedroom

https://rockandrollgarage.com/led-zeppelins-john-bonham-about-his-drumming-influences/
Also on Mick Bonham's book, the friend of John and vocalist with 'Way of Life' Reg Jones revealed the drummer's influences: "I know where he got his influences from, because he told me. He used to cross Rock'n'Roll beats with soul rhythms, he liked the Isley Brothers drumming rhythms and he'd cross the tow styles together to get

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-asymmetric-brain/201912/neuroscience-and-music-insights-drummers-brains
A new study shows how playing the drums for many years leads to brain changes. Parents often encourage their kids to pick up a musical instrument, as playing an instrument is thought to have all

https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/news/drumming-legends-celebrating-25-drummers-whose-influence-endures/ss-BB1kIk8C
Innovator of the drumming style in rock and a key figure in the development of rock drumming. Known for his complex rhythms, use of two bass drums, and incorporation of African and jazz influences

https://www.drumeo.com/beat/stewart-copeland-drum-genius/
Copeland's influence goes beyond the drumming community, as his innovative drum parts have become an integral part of the iconic songs produced by The Police and other projects, and his film scores have touched audiences worldwide. His rhythmic innovation, versatility, and emphasis on musicality have inspired drummers to embrace creativity

https://www.reddit.com/r/drums/comments/1bnrzpz/drum_influences/
Drum influences . Discussion One of my favorite things about drums is talking to other drummers about who made us pick up the sticks. Post yr top 5 influences here! Mine (in no particular order) Derrick Plourde - Lagwagon Derek Grant - Suicide Machines, Alkaline Trio Chris Pennie - Dillinger Escape Plan

https://broadwaydrumming101.substack.com/p/influences-and-inspiration-alex-van
Influences and Inspiration - Alex Van Halen. A series on Broadway Drumming 101 for paying subscribers only. Alex Van Halen is one of the best, innovative, creative drummers to ever sit behind a set of drums. Alex's feel, timing, and groove fit perfectly with his brother Eddie and bass player Michael Anthony. He was one of the few drummers

https://www.drummingat50.com/2020/12/03/12-pieces-of-reich-notes-on-a-musical-influence/
By these metrics, Reich's music has been influential. Just as the composer found influence in Perotin, J.S. Bach, Bartok, jazz, and West African drumming, his distinctive pulsating and percussive sound world has in turn influenced many contemporary musicians. For example, in electronic music there is a practice of musical interrogation

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/20592043231186870
Drumming is strongly embodied, as the drum kit is one of the few instruments that is played with all four limbs in usually somewhat independent manners (e.g., on different metrical levels). Thus, most movements executed by a drummer are directly related to the sounding output. In this respect, Dahl (2011) points out that expert drummers

https://www.npr.org/2023/05/05/1173267909/from-slayer-to-tito-puente-drummer-dave-lombardo-changes-tempo
Strangely, Lombardo says he unwittingly felt Puente's influence during a key drum break in the classic Slayer song "Angel of Death." YouTube. Dave Lombardo was born in Cuba in 1965, but his family

https://www.billboard.com/music/rock/dave-grohl-nirvana-influence-disco-drums-pharrell-9595601/
Dave Grohl told Pharrell Williams that his drumming on Nirvana's landmark Nevermind album was totally inspired by disco bands and Chic's Tony Thompson. Dave Grohl performs onstage as The Foo

https://www.drumeo.com/beat/keith-moon-drumming-genius/
1. The Keith Moon sound. When The Who blew up in the '60s, Keith Moon couldn't be contained. He beat the living crap out of the drums and had a frantic and driving feel. Here's an example of his tom-pounding triplets from "My Generation": Video unavailable. Watch on YouTube. Watch on. "My Generation" by The Who.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/news/sleep-token-s-ii-shares-four-drumming-influences-in-first-ever-video-interview/ar-AA1lLgPc
He goes in depth on his drumming techniques and influences while showcasing some of his playing as well. In keeping up the mystery, II's voice is also masked, but he does offer a few more

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaimoe
Jaimoe. John Lee Johnson (born July 8, 1944), frequently known by the stage names Jai Johanny Johanson and Jaimoe, is an American drummer and percussionist. [1] [2] He is best known as one of the founding members of the Allman Brothers Band and, with the death of Dickey Betts on April 18, 2024, he is the last surviving original member of the band.

https://www.drumeo.com/beat/the-genius-of-phil-collins/
Phil Collins has sold over 150 million records as a solo artist. He played drums in Genesis, who sold over 100 million records and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2010. He was a child actor in London's West End. He's won one Academy Award, two Golden Globes, and eight Grammy Awards.

https://www.thedrum.com/news/2024/06/21/linkedin-finds-marketers-gaining-skills-influence-corporate-policy-and-climb-c-suite
Research by LinkedIn indicates that marketers are enhancing their skill sets to better influence corporate policy and secure roles in the C-suite. We talk to Tom Pepper, who is driving the