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In this lesson we're taking a look at Classic Metal in the shape of a defining groove and set of fills, and we're going to do that in the context of Dave Lombardo and his playing on the end section of Slayer's 'Ghosts of War'.

Dave's drumming style and interpretation of other styles has influenced most metal drummers -- and a lot of drummers further afield -- around today.
We're going to look at developing single stroke based fill patterns around the kit, the logistics of getting around the kit and how to develop getting power into your stroke at speed.

Copying other peoples playing, trying to emulate their feel and the sound of their equipment is such a valuable part of the learning process for us as musicians that it's hard to get across just how important it is in one paragraph but remember the goal is to develop your own voice and your own sound through a study of others - the world doesn't need another Chris Aldler, Pete Sandoval, Lars Ulrich or Dave Lombardo - it needs YOU!

Be patient with this, it takes time, but with focus and commitment you'll get there -- quicker than you think as well!

Issue 25 of iDrum Magazine.
For the notation for this lesson, please email pat@patgarvey.net and I'll email it to you.