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Gear Breakdown: Chad Smith Plays “Wu-Tang Clan Ain’t Nuthing Ta F’Wit”
How the Chili Peppers’ groove master tackled a hip-hop classic When Chad Smith gets behind a kit, you expect explosive energy, unapologetic swagger, and pocket so deep it might swallow time itself. In this Drumeo YouTube video, Chad takes on his and Tom Morello’s version of the Wu-Tang Clan’s iconic “Wu-Tang Clan Ain’t Nuthing Ta […]

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Gear Breakdown: The Iconic Drumming Behind “Landmines”
Sum 41 – Frank Zummo Explosive riffs. Arena-sized choruses. Zero restraint.“Landmines” isn’t just a comeback single — it’s a war cry. And at the center of it is Frank Zummo, delivering a performance that’s both punishing and precise. With every crash, stomp, and flam, Frank’s kit becomes a weapon — fueling Sum 41’s final chapter […]

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Gear Breakdown: The Iconic Drumming Behind “Welcome Home”
Coheed And Cambria – Josh Eppard Haunting melodies. Towering guitars. Cinematic build-ups.“Welcome Home” isn’t just another prog-rock epic — it’s a musical leviathan. And anchoring it all is the unmistakable pocket of Josh Eppard, whose groove-driven drumming adds grit, weight, and soul to every bar. Josh doesn’t just play beats—he paints atmosphere. His approach on […]

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Gear Breakdown – Building Matt Cameron’s Pearl Jam Drum Kit (feat. THE “Black Hole Sun” Snare)
Ever wondered what it’s like behind the kit of one of grunge and alt-rock’s most legendary drummers? Matt Cameron’s been the rhythmic force behind both Pearl Jam and Soundgarden — and in this exclusive build with his longtime tech, Neil Hundt, the Drumeo team reconstructs the exact touring setup Cameron uses on the road with […]

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Gear Breakdown – Johnny Keefe Hears Sepultura For The First Time
What happens when a pop-punk drummer takes on one of metal’s heaviest anthems? Johnny Keefe has spent his career bringing tight grooves and big energy to the stage with Boys Like Girls. So when we invited him to react to a heavy, aggressive track he’d never heard before, we expected fireworks. But what we didn’t […]

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Gear Breakdown – Steve Jordan Hears Incubus For The First Time
When Steve Jordan sits behind a kit, every note matters. Known for his work with the Rolling Stones, John Mayer, and countless others, Steve’s playing is equal parts restraint and authority — and that comes through loud and clear in this first-time listen and play-through of “Wish You Were Here” by Incubus. Jordan’s gear choices […]

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Andy Hurley Gear Breakdown – The Iconic Drumming Behind “Thnks Fr Th Mmrs” | Fall Out Boy
A track fueled by theatrical flair and precision-driven energy, Thnks Fr Th Mmrs proves that a drummer doesn’t have to sit in the spotlight to be iconic—they just need to drive the engine with power and taste. Andy Hurley does just that. His performance on this Fall Out Boy classic blends punk urgency with arena-rock […]

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The Winners Of The 2024 Drumeo Awards
It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for: your votes are in and we’re ready to announce the winners of the 2024 Drumeo Awards! Thanks to you, we can acknowledge and showcase some of the most accomplished players in the drumming community this year. From skilled virtuosos and teachers to talented entertainers, we put 75 amazing […]

Drumeo Team  /  Drummers
The 2024 Drumeo Awards
Vote for the top drummers of 2024 in this year's Drumeo Drummer Of The Year Awards!

Drumeo Team  /  Drummers
Slipknot’s New Drummer Is Eloy Casagrande
Slipknot's new drummer is Eloy Casagrande, formerly of legendary Brazilian band Sepultura.

Brandon Toews  /  Drummers
Jimmy Sullivan (The Rev) Was A Drumming Genius: Here’s Why
Avenged Sevenfold's original drummer, The Rev, is still one of metal's most influential figures. Get the 411 on Jimmy Sullivan here.

Drumeo Team  /  Drummers
The Winners Of The 2023 Drumeo Awards
Drumroll, please: here are the winners of the 2023 Drumeo Awards!

Brandon Toews  /  Drummers
Keith Moon: 5 Reasons Why The Who Drummer Was A Genius
Keith Moon was one of the most unique drummers of all time. Here's why "Moon The Loon" was a genius.

Drumeo Team  /  Drummers
100+ Drum Terms: A Beginner’s List
Here are 100+ drumming terms to answer your "wtf does this mean?" questions.

Samantha Landa  /  Drummers
Mike Portnoy: Everything You Need To Know About The Prog Metal Monster
Mike Portnoy has returned as the drummer of Dream Theater! Here's everything you should know about the prog metal master.

Drumeo Team  /  Drummers
Remembering Dom Famularo (1953-2023)
Dom Famularo, drumming's global ambassador, has sadly passed away.

Drumeo Team  /  Drummers
Red Hot Chili Peppers Drummer Chad Smith: Everything You Need To Know
Chad Smith has had a legendary drumming career playing with the Red Hot Chili Peppers and more. And he's a fun guy!

Brandon Toews  /  Drummers
Meg White: 3 Reasons Why She’s A Drumming Genius
Meg White doesn't get enough credit. Here's why she deserves to go down in history as one of the most iconic rock drummers.

Aaron Edgar  /  Drummers
Meshuggah’s Tomas Haake: 5 Reasons He’s A Drumming Genius
Meshuggah drummer Tomas Haake helped pioneer a metal subgenre and create one of the most recognizable kick patterns of all time.

Neal Daniels  /  Drummers
How To Get Gigs As A Drummer (Pro Advice)
Pro drummer Neal Daniels shares his top tips for getting gigs.

Brandon Toews  /  Drummers
Tommy Lee: 5 Reasons Why He’s A Drumming Genius
Is Tommy Lee a good drummer? Here are 5 reasons why he isn't just good - he's great.

Eloy Casagrande  /  Drummers
Eloy Casagrande Learns “Rescued” By Foo Fighters
We dared Sepultura's Eloy Casagrande to learn "Rescued" by Foo Fighters...on the spot.

Samantha Landa  /  Drummers
Josh Freese: All About Foo Fighters’ New Drummer
The Foo Fighters have revealed Josh Freese as their new live drummer. Here's everything you need to know.

ZackGrooves  /  Drummers
We Dared ZackGrooves To Play An Architects Song
Can ZackGrooves learn an Architects song on the spot?