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 /  Beats & Fills
Gear Breakdown: The Genius Of Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway To Heaven”
There’s no song more iconic, no drum part more mythologized, than “Stairway To Heaven.” And when it comes to drumming legends, few loom larger than John Bonham. In this video, Brandon Toews dissects the power, precision, and presence of Bonzo’s playing—on a kit modelled after Bonham’s own thunderous setup. Let’s take a look at the […]

 /  Drummers
Gear Breakdown: The Genius of The Rolling Stones’ “Get Off Of My Cloud”
Charlie Watts wasn’t a drummer who demanded attention, but he always earned it. In The Rolling Stones’ “Get Off Of My Cloud,” he anchors the chaos with a relentless backbeat that’s deceptively simple but full of nuance. The kind of part that makes you nod your head without realizing it. That’s Charlie; no frills, no […]

Drumeo Team  /  Songs
The 10 Hardest Drumming Songs
These are some of the hardest drumming songs to learn - and some may surprise you.

Dan Kavanagh  /  Songs
The 50 Best Drum Songs Of All Time
These are the songs with memorable parts every drummer should know.

 /  Beats & Fills
Gear Breakdown: Leprous Grooves & Fills
Baard Kolstad When it comes to technical precision, explosive creativity, and unmatched dynamic range, Baard Kolstad has few equals. As the rhythmic engine behind Leprous, his grooves and fills combine surgical execution with raw emotion, driving the band’s progressive sound to breathtaking heights. In this special session, Baard and Brandon dive into some of Leprous’ […]

 /  Beats & Fills
Gear Breakdown: The Genius Of Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway To Heaven”
There’s no song more iconic, no drum part more mythologized, than “Stairway To Heaven.” And when it comes to drumming legends, few loom larger than John Bonham. In this video, Brandon Toews dissects the power, precision, and presence of Bonzo’s playing—on a kit modelled after Bonham’s own thunderous setup. Let’s take a look at the […]

 /  Beats & Fills
Gear Breakdown: Creed Grooves & Fills
Scott Phillips – Creed Scott Phillips, the rhythmic powerhouse behind Creed, didn’t just play drums—he crafted grooves that became the spine of some of the most anthemic rock tracks of the late ‘90s and early 2000s. In this exclusive Drumeo YouTube video, Scott reflects on the songs that defined a generation and demonstrates the thoughtful, […]

Brett Clur  /  Drum Fills
How To Craft And Execute Memorable Drum Solos
Here are some tips and tricks that I’ve learned through playing drum solos for over two decades.

Travis Barker  /  Hand Technique
Travis Barker’s Favorite Warm-Up (Hint: It’s Rudiments)
Now's your chance to steal Travis Barker's warm-up routine - even if you aren't preparing to play with blink-182.

ZackGrooves  /  Hand Technique
10x Your Drum Chops With This Free 10-Minute Paradiddle Workout
If you want to be able to groove (and shred) like the world's best drummers, try this daily drum-along workout with ZackGrooves.

Evan Chapman  /  Health
5 Tips To Overcome Stage Fright
Stage fright stopping you from living your dreams? Try some of these research-supported techniques to curb your performance anxiety.

Kaz Rodriguez  /  Full Lessons
How To Practice To Drumless Loops
Kaz Rodriguez's drumless tracks are used by pro drummers around the world. He shares how and why to jam to loops.

 /  Drummers
Zedd Hears Pantera For The First Time
Gear Breakdown: “Cowboys From Hell” What happens when a world-famous DJ and producer sits behind the kit to tackle one of metal’s most legendary tracks? Zedd, known for crafting electronic anthems that fill arenas, stepped into unfamiliar territory at Drumeo Studios to hear and play Pantera’s iconic “Cowboys From Hell” for the very first time. […]

 /  Beats & Fills
Gear Breakdown: Leprous Grooves & Fills
Baard Kolstad When it comes to technical precision, explosive creativity, and unmatched dynamic range, Baard Kolstad has few equals. As the rhythmic engine behind Leprous, his grooves and fills combine surgical execution with raw emotion, driving the band’s progressive sound to breathtaking heights. In this special session, Baard and Brandon dive into some of Leprous’ […]

 /  Drummers
Gear Breakdown: Cody Ash Hears Slayer For The First Time
“Seasons In The Abyss” – Slayer What happens when a country-rock drummer dives headfirst into the dark, aggressive world of thrash metal? In this episode, Cody Ash — best known as the powerhouse drummer for Jelly Roll — hears Slayer’s “Seasons In The Abyss” for the very first time. It’s a masterclass in contrast: Cody’s […]

 /  Drummers
Zedd Hears Pantera For The First Time
Gear Breakdown: “Cowboys From Hell” What happens when a world-famous DJ and producer sits behind the kit to tackle one of metal’s most legendary tracks? Zedd, known for crafting electronic anthems that fill arenas, stepped into unfamiliar territory at Drumeo Studios to hear and play Pantera’s iconic “Cowboys From Hell” for the very first time. […]

 /  Beats & Fills
Gear Breakdown: Leprous Grooves & Fills
Baard Kolstad When it comes to technical precision, explosive creativity, and unmatched dynamic range, Baard Kolstad has few equals. As the rhythmic engine behind Leprous, his grooves and fills combine surgical execution with raw emotion, driving the band’s progressive sound to breathtaking heights. In this special session, Baard and Brandon dive into some of Leprous’ […]

 /  Drummers
Gear Breakdown: Cody Ash Hears Slayer For The First Time
“Seasons In The Abyss” – Slayer What happens when a country-rock drummer dives headfirst into the dark, aggressive world of thrash metal? In this episode, Cody Ash — best known as the powerhouse drummer for Jelly Roll — hears Slayer’s “Seasons In The Abyss” for the very first time. It’s a masterclass in contrast: Cody’s […]

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