In this series of articles we’ve focused on developing the proper performance technique, groove vocabulary, and sound to play a wide variety of tunes. In our final installment, we’ll be combining two types of grooves in a rap-metal tune titled “Lincoln Park West.”   Genre: Rap-Metal Many of the biggest rock acts have fused the aggressive elements of hip-hop and heavy metal into one cohesive sound. This style often incorporates syncopated beats and rhythmic elements into a guitar-heavy alternative rock/metal setting. The new genre was brought to the mainstream by bands like Rage Against the Machine, Korn, and Linkin Park. The Grooves Within this play-along, you’ll find a few different grooves and textures. The A section features a light and consistent two handed 16th-note hi-hat pattern alongside a staccato and syncopated bass drum and a strong backbeat. Advertisement The groove in the B section features a sloshy 8th-note hi-hat alongside […]

March 2013 Issue