Behind the Beat Archives

Brett Clur April 8, 2024

The “Purple Rain” drum parts by Bobby Z. provide a classic example of how to play a power ballad for maximum emotional impact.

Brett Clur March 4, 2024

The drumming on the eternally funky “Let’s Groove” demonstrates how powerful disco rhythms can make listeners get up and move.

Sahan Jayasuriya February 14, 2024

Explore the history and sound of the Roots’ beloved track, “Mellow My Man,” and learn to play some of drummer Questlove’s iconic patterns.

Clementine Moss February 8, 2024

The “Superstition” groove reminds us that, alongside his songwriting and musicianship, Wonder is one of the greatest drummers around.

Clementine Moss June 17, 2023

The “Walk This Way” beat dances around the guitar and vocal rhythms to create one of the most memorable grooves in rock and hip-hop.

Dana Parker June 17, 2023

Explore how the themes and drums on “Come as You Are” intertwine, then download the V-Drums kit to capture the Nevermind drum sound.

Clementine Moss and Ari Rosenschein October 5, 2022

Taylor Hawkins was a hero to drummers everywhere. This “Behind the Beat” honors his musical legacy and the power of the Foo Fighters classic.

Clementine Moss September 16, 2022

Led Zeppelin reinvented the 1927 blues classic as a head-bobbing riff fest. Recreate the John Bonham beat that continues to inspire drummers.

Dana Parker July 7, 2022

Josh Dun’s groove on the Grammy-winning “Stressed Out” by Twenty One Pilots is infectious. Explore the beat and get its unique tone on V-Drums.

Dana Parker February 24, 2022

Clyde Stubblefield’s groove is one of the most sampled beats ever. Learn the “Funky Drummer” beat and how to capture its sound with V-Drums.