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Ride Rhythm Independence

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Rock Perspectives: Ride Rhythm Independence

Traditionally, drummers have used the bass and snare drum to execute independent yet interacting rhythms. The ride rhythm, whether played on the ride cymbal or hi-hat, usually was a repetitive steady rhythm, filling in holes and making everything jell. TO…

Modern Drummer
Feb 23, 2017