Part 6 in my series which applies traditional snare drum rudiments to the drum set. Here I demonstrate the basic Single, Double, and Triple Ratamacues and how to create variations for the drum set. I show different orchestrations, rhythmic variations, and double bass drum applications. Whether you’re into Bonham, Gadd, or Tre Cool, you will be able to take something away from this demonstration.

Click here to download the PDF transcription of the examples: PartSixSingleDoubleTripleRatamacue

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Part 6 (continued)

I know videos that contain only audio are lame but I had to include this often unheard of Bonham groove.

A question I’m am frequently asked is who is your favorite drummer? So recently I decided to sit down and list all the drummers who have influenced my playing. For the the most part they are listed in order of influence, but since it’s such a long list it’s hard to be completely accurate!

I’m sure I’ve forgotten at least a few people and the list will continue to grow. I will try to keep it updated.

My drumming influences are:
John Bonham
Steve Gadd
Alan Dawson
Omar Hakim
Phil Collins
Stewart Copeland
Bernard “Pretty” Purdie
Ringo Starr
Jim Keltner
Alex Van Halen
Buddy Rich
Paul Wertico
Philly Joe Jones
Liberty DeVitto
Stephen Perkins
Phil Rudd
Nigel Olsson
Clyde Stubblefield
Dave Weckl
Dennis Eliott
Dennis Chambers
Mick Fleetwood
Carter Beauford
Charlie Watts
Levon Helm
Neil Peart
Jeff Porcaro
Mark Craney
Teddy Campbell
Lars Ulrich
Jack DeJohnette
Steve Ferrone
Stan Lynch
Dave Grohl
Max Roach
Peter Criss
Roy Hanes
Bill Bruford
Vinnie Colaiuta
Larry Mullen, Jr.
Steve Smith
Peter Erskine
Papa Joe Jones
James Bradley, Jr.
Lenny White
Terry Bozzio
Billy Cobham
Max Weinberg
Gene Krupa
Zigaboo Modeliste
Bill Stewart
Jo Jo Mayer
Carlton Barrett
Joey Heredia
Gary Chaffee
Chad Smith
?uestlove
Tony Williams
Dom Famularo