Four-on-the-floor is a rhythm for drummers in 4/4 time. The bass drum is played on each beat and complements the snare drum, hi-hat, etc. to create a complete groove. It is one of the most played styles in the world and is instrumental in getting the timing and interplay right. The drum kit is thus given one of the main tasks and slips into the castor of the captain of the band, so to speak. Furthermore, this rhythm is responsible for the frequent and automatic clapping along of the audience. It therefore also has an animating character.
Four-on-the-floor developed especially in the 70s in the field of disco music and became its main characteristic. However, this style of playing is not limited to just one music genre, but can be found in numerous music genres all over the world. Among other things, this is impressively conveyed in this edition.
Because Four-on-the-floor is used so often, this edition is a valuable tool for every drummer. It is the first textbook to cover this so helpful and characteristic playing technique, making it an absolute must-have. The book stands out for its comprehensive treatment of the subject. The author Patrick Metzger teaches the playing style effectively by means of
This makes the textbook an indispensable companion for drum lessons and practicing at home.
The QR codes take you to the audio examples and allow you to listen in perfectly with over 700 pieces. Likewise, an extra arranged jam track offers the opportunity to apply various four-on-the-floor grooves in different genres, because practice is the most important way to reach your goal. Matching basslines, recorded by well-known bassists, train the interplay that is so important for a band.
For a successful band with perfect timing and groove.