Let's learn the song "Highway to Hell" by AC/DC. It is from their album Highway to Hell which was released in 1979. This is a staple song for every rock drummer to know.
“Sweet Emotion” – Aerosmith
"Sweet Emotion" by Aerosmith is a super fun rock song to play on the drums. It was released in 1975 on the album "Toys In The Attic" and is one of Aerosmith's biggest hits.
“Ticket To Ride” – The Beatles
Let's learn to play "Ticket To Ride" by The Beatles. It was originally released on their 1965 album Help! The main groove that Ringo Starr plays in this song is very unique, especially for rock n' roll music of that time. It's a great example of a groove that uses flams.
“Come Together” – The Beatles
Are you ready to learn one of the most iconic drum parts of all time? In this lesson we will learn how to play "Come Together" by The Beatles. This...
“Hungry Heart” – Bruce Springsteen
Let's learn how to play one of Bruce Springsteen's most well-known songs "Hungry Heart" on the drums. It is from his fifth studio album The River, which was released in 1980.
“Yellow” by Coldplay
Learning a simple song is a great way to musically apply the things you learn. One of my favourite beginner drum songs to teach is "Yellow" by Coldplay. This is a very well known song that is a popular choice among guitarists and pianists. It was the first multi-national hit that launched Coldplay into the main stream. In this lesson, I'll show you all of the parts and we'll practice them together.
“Fortunate Son” – Creedence Clearwater Revival
Learn to play "Fortunate Son" by Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) on the drums. This is a song from their 1969 album Willie and the Poor Boys. This iconic rock n roll song is high energy and incredibly fun to play.
“Let’s Dance” – David Bowie
David Bowie is one of the most unique artists in modern day music. His mixture of art, costumes as well as a fusion of many styles of music make him...
“American Idiot” – Green Day
Are you ready to tackle the fastest song we have in the entire song library? Let's learn how to play American Idiot by Green Day on the drums. This...
“Purple Haze” – Jimi Hendrix
Today W=we're going to learn the song "Purple Haze" by Jimi Hendrix. It is from his first album Are You Experienced? which was released in 1967.
“Communication Breakdown” – Led Zeppelin
Let's learn the song "Communication Breakdown" by Led Zeppelin. It was released in 1969 on their first album; Led Zeppelin I. This is great song to learn that is fun, challenging and will test your endurance, groove and accuracy at a fast tempo.
“Another Brick in the Wall Pt. 2” – Pink Floyd
The Wall is one of the best known records in Pink Floyd's career. Another Brick in the Wall Pt. 2 is one of Pink Floyd's most well known songs and a single from The Wall. This song is a perfect song to learn if you're a beginner.
“Roxanne” – The Police
Today we will be learning how to play "Roxanne" by The Police. Get ready to dive into the iconic beats of Stewart Copeland in this drum lesson!
Queen – Another One Bites The Dust
You don't need much to play a simple song on the drums. "Another One Bites The Dust" by Queen is a great song to learn, especially for beginner...
“I Wanna Be Sedated” – The Ramones
If you have a taste for punk rock, there's no better place to start than by learning a song by The Ramones. Let's play "I Wanna Be Sedated" from their 1978 album Road to Ruin. This was the first record to feature their longest-standing drummer, Marky Ramone.
“Gimme Some Lovin’ ” – Spencer Davis Group
Get ready for a fast and driving classic rock n' roll song by the Spencer Davis Group. Let's learn "Gimme Some Lovin'" which features the Hammond B-3 organ and has a catchy chorus melody that will get stuck in your head all day. It's exceptionally great for its simple riffs and consistent grooves.
“I Won’t Back Down” – Tom Petty
Let's learn to play "I Won't Back Down" by Tom Petty from the album Full Moon Fever, released in 1992. This is a great song for a beginner because it has a simple groove throughout the entire song.
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