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So, Slipknot is celebrating the 25th anniversary of their debut. And it’s coming quick. The tour kicks off on August 6th and the Slipknot Debut Album Anniversary Comes To The Garden on August 12th. I have my tickets…..how about you?
There are still a few tickets left for the show. But I would hurry if you don’t have yours yet because it might sell out very soon. Slipknot member Clown has stated in interviews to expect the debut album in its entirety. Which is amazing, because it’s such an epic album. One of the best meal debuts and maybe even albums ever!
What else will happen at their shows? That’s what we don’t know. I would imagine it will be the first album, followed by an assortment of other hits, but as for now, we’ll have to wait and see.
This debut album helped reshape the metal landscape. It’s an onslaught of heavy riffs, brutal drumming, and Corey’s angst and emotion in his vocals. I am sure we all have our recollection of what it was like when we first heard Slipknot. I for one, was very intrigued, as my friend bought the CD and we listened to it together. I remember thinking how powerful and intricate the drums were. Then, of course, those vocals from Corey Taylor – they were hard to forget!
What made it really cool when they debuted as well, was the fact that since they had the masks on. Nobody knew who these guys were. I found that so intriguing because a lot of people had ideas that it was some supergroup and would name members that could possibly be part of it. Sure, we found out who they were not too long after they debuted, but it was still an epic way to enter the scene.
This anniversary tour comes to Madison Square Garden on Monday, August 12th. Like I said, it’s close to selling out, so get your tickets. It should be a fun celebration of a fantastic album from an amazing band.
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Mike is all about having fun each afternoon. He brings you concert tickets, some fun trivia, and of course the best bands. Other interests outside of being at WDHA are drums, movies, and my family. Also, like most radio personalities, he loves live music. There's nothing like a live show to hype him up! His all-time favorite band is Metallica. But according to him, the list of others is pretty lengthy.
The Top 5 Best Rock Drumming Songs
Many times the guitars or vocals of a song stick out. So, I thought today we could look at the Top 5 Rock Drumming Songs! Because there are so many with an awesome beat and insane fills.
To get my data on which songs should make this list, I used the DHA listeners. Each weekday at 4 pm I ask a question of the day at our DHA Facebook page. Then I let that sit for an hour with comments pouring in. I do First Call Last Call at 5, just in time for the ride home. That’s where I use the listener’s responses to piece together a set of music. Our listeners are the best too. They know their music and usually don’t get stumped by any question I throw at them.
There were certain bands or songs I expected to see in people’s comments and I did see them. For instance, many people just said ANY song by Rush. Which is a great answer. But some also picked just one or two songs by them. Some gave me lists of cool drumming songs. And others mentioned songs that weren’t at the top of my mind when I was thinking of my own answer to the question.
When you think about it, this question is all just an opinion. And it really doesn’t matter if someone considers the drumming in the song as skillful or technical. As long as it “hits you” the right way and it makes you tap your foot or air drum, then it’s a great drumming song!
Being a drummer myself, I have so many I could list, but thankfully I don’t have to answer my own question each day lol! Because I’ll say this….my opinion changes with the wind sometimes lol! It’s even hard to name my all-time favorite drummer. We could debate that for hours.
Check Out These Rock Drumming Songs…
TOM SAWYER - RUSH
This is one of those songs you can’t help but tap along to. And it’s not just that awesome drum breakdown in the middle. The whole song has a great groove that Neil plays so well. It’s a lot of fun to play if you’re a drummer too! https://youtu.be/auLBLk4ibAk?si=5Erw_gdt1Q4wFw2E
FUEL - METALLICA
This one is just fun. Uptempo and in your face, loud drums. It’s also got a cool double bass thing happening in the chorus that’s pretty exciting to hear. Hard not to tap on the steering wheel when you’re driving to this one. https://youtu.be/PvF9PAxe5Ng?si=eejgaftGC_CxJkJP
WHEN THE LEVEE BREAKS - LED ZEPPELIN
How do you pick just one John Bonham part? Just like Neil! His parts are big and iconic and drive the song. This beat isn’t exactly hard, you just need to feel it in your bones as you play! https://youtu.be/uwiTs60VoTM?si=xnnN8Ki4KTyJLggN
WON'T GET FOOLED AGAIN - THE WHO
Keith Moon….a true legend. He had some amazing parts. And he was so wild behind the kit, like he was just banging away with no regard for the song. But that wasn’t the case. His parts worked so well each and every time. Check out this performance….. https://youtu.be/UDfAdHBtK_Q?si=yWlUwMmjZdDpfZmD
HOT FOR TEACHER - VAN HALEN
Sure, that intro is impressive. But Alex Van Halen also had some awesome patterns and rhythms he would use in the verses and choruses too. This beat in general is a swinging, but hard rocking good time! https://youtu.be/6M4_Ommfvv0?si=4cpFTX0GuNff5Hpl
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