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Vital Beats, Exercises, Fills, Tips & Techniques. Drum Instruction. Heavy Metal, Instruction, Rock Instruction. Softcover with DVD. 40 pages. Hal Leonard #6620160. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.6620160).ISBN 9781458402738. UPC: 884088570699. 9x12 inches.
Andols Herrick, longtime drummer for Chimaira, presents this unique book/DVD pack essential for heavy metal drummers. The topics covered include: double bass beats; hand exercises; time signature manipulation; the blast beat; drum & cymbal fills; and more. Each concept is thoroughly explained and notated in the book, and then demonstrated up close by Herrick himself on the accompanying DVD.
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Marcus J.
December 17, 2025
Finally Cracking Metal Drumming!
I've always wanted to learn proper metal drumming techniques, and this book by Andols Herrick makes it achievable and fun. It's great diving into double bass and blast beat techniques. The accompanying DVD is a game-changer; watching Herrick demonstrate everything really helps me understand and play along. Perfect for a weekend player like me who wants to improve and truly enjoy the heavy metal genre.
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David K.
December 17, 2025
Solid Skill Builder for Metal Gigs
This book/DVD combo is a practical asset for any drummer looking to seriously up their metal game. Andols Herrick's insights into double bass, fills, and time signature manipulation are on point. While not a chart book for specific gigs, the exercises and techniques are fundamental for developing the chops needed for demanding live performances. The DVD demos are especially helpful for quick learning and refinement.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Foundational Rhythms for Band Cohesion
While this is a drum technique book, the concepts presented, especially around time signature manipulation and vital beats, offer a deeper understanding of rhythmic architecture. For any collaborative musician, comprehending these drumming fundamentals helps a drummer contribute effectively to the overall band's rhythmic texture, providing a solid foundation and driving the musicality with precision and dynamics. It reinforces the backbone of the ensemble.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Excellent Resource for Aspiring Metal Drummers
As a drum instructor, I find 'Metal Drumming Concepts' an invaluable teaching tool. Andols Herrick clearly explains essential techniques like double bass and blast beats with well-notated examples. The accompanying DVD is a fantastic visual aid, helping students grasp complex rhythms and hand exercises effectively. It's a well-structured book for progressive learning and developing solid technique.
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