Here’s a super dope video of amazingly talented drummer / producer / multi-instrumentalist Adam Deitch recording multiple takes of some super tasteful funk. I always love how many layers he gets into his grooves and how everything has a place and purpose. A major influence of mine! Adam’s playing comes from so many deep dives into the greats of funk. My close friend and legendary drummer Zigaboo Modeliste of The Meters (who recently won a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award) is a major influence of Adam’s. It was a blast to talk to Zigaboo about how much he loved what Adam’s up to. I highly recommend checking out both of these incredible musicians if you want to get more funk in your life!
Drum video #45: Jake Nochimow (me)
I thought I should showcase some of what I’m been up to with my own live drumming with my duo Modern Future®. We’re blending live drums, guitar, and keys while playing over original music production. This project is challenging and very rewarding. Click the link to follow us and stay in the loop for shows and new music! This video was shot and recording at 25th St Recording in Oakland, CA – where I am also the drum tech 🙂
Drum video #44 Nate Smith
Nate Smith is an amazingly accomplished, tasteful, and prolific drummer. His work on numerous records and within touring live groups is jaw dropping. Check out this video of him approaching the drums in a tight trio, dipping in and out of different themes with a fluidity that is hard to come by. Enjoy!
DRUM VIDEO #43: Jonathan Moffet “Sugarfoot”
Here is a video of some outstanding hi-hat work by Jonathan Moffett “Sugarfoot”, Michael Jackson’s drummer for 30 years. He has worked with numerous other pop stars and it shows. Check out his tastefulness and musicality in relation to how often he is subtly varying the various patterns in the song. Great work!
DRUM VIDEO #42: Eric Moore
Great video of Eric Moore breaking down a lot of his techniques, rhythmic ideas, and approaches to becoming the best drummer you can be out of a love of the instrument.
DRUM VIDEO #41: Tony Royster Jr. vs. Thomas Pridgen
This is a video showcasing the crazy gospel chops of Tony Royster Jr. and Thomas Pridgen. These are some of the best gospel inspired drummers in the world and it’s insane to see them duke it out. Very much something to watch to learn from, but it’s a lot of craziness and not a lot of this stuff can be used in songs that aren’t prog rock, really busy, etc. but that’s why it’s a drum battle!
DRUM VIDEO #40: Nate Smith
Nate Smith is a drummer with an impressive body of work. He hangs with today’s jazz greats and can be found on many a recording. Check out this video of him playing his take on a modern hip-hop/trap drum feel. His use of ghost notes and insanely tight pocket are out of this world!
DRUM VIDEO #39: Justin Bieber
Believe it or not, Justin Bieber is a great drummer! Check out this video where he has a drum battle with legendary drummer ?uestlove of The Roots.
DRUM VIDEO #38: Sheila E.
Sheila E is an amazing drummer and multi-instrumentalist from Oakland, CA. Her playing is always very tasteful, but she can throw down with impressively complicated patterns and grooves whenever she likes. Definitely a great video to watch!
DRUM VIDEO # 37: Tony Royster Jr.
Tony Royster Jr. is an absolutely amazing, innovative, and technically mind-blowing drummer. He is most commonly known for being Jay-Z’s go to drummer for recording and live shows. This hour long video showcases many of his unique approaches to making music. He takes the time to answer questions as well as show some of what he can do/how he approaches the drums.
Jake Nochimow (@jakehitshard) 