I have been meaning to do this for a while now, and finally have managed to find the time to do it. Here are 10 tracks that all have made a substantial impact on my perception of what a drummer can to in a piece of music. If you are a drummer (or just love good drumming) and are in need of some inspiration, I highly recommend you go out and buy these tracks!
- “The Grudge” – Lateralus by Tool
Drummer: Danny Carey - “Let The Juice Loose” – Let The Juice Loose by Bill Evans
Drummer: Dennis Chambers - “Part 2” – Three Quartets by Chick Corea
Drummer: Steve Gadd - “Five-Five-Five” – Shut Up ‘N Play Your Guitar by Frank Zappa
Drummer: Vinnie Colaiuta - “Eternity’s Breath Part 1” – Visions Of The Emerald Beyond by Mahavishnu Orchestra
Drummer: Narada Michael Walden - “Four” – Four & More by Miles Davis
Drummer: Tony Williams - “Eleven” – Sailing The Seas Of Cheese by Primus
Drummer: Tim ‘Herb’ Alexander - “Sexy M.F.” – Symbol by Prince & The New Power Generation
Drummer: Michael Bland - “No One Knows” – Songs For The Deaf by Queens Of The Stone Age
Drummer: Dave Grohl - “Funky Monks” – Blood Sugar Sex Magick by Red Hot Chili Peppers
Drummer: Chad Smith
Right, gotta get back to work… enjoy!