Funk Outfit Gives Clinic on Drumwork and Smooth Groove
By AMIR SAID (SA’ID) |
I really dig the drumwork on this Cymande classic, in particular, I like how the hi-hat pushes and shuffles along with the kick. I incorporated that “push” concept into the way I create drum frameworks.
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Cymande – “Crawshay”
What are some of your tips or techniques used when incorporating the “push” feel with your drums? Good post.
Cheeks,
One technique that I always use to create that “push” feel is that I use different hi-hat combinations (sometimes up to three different hi-hats) with alternating pitch and velocity levels. Also, I’m always mindful of keeping my kick patterns as straight forward (basic) as possible.
—Sa’id
Thanks Said for the tips.