What Makes A Drummer Sound Great? | Matt Johnson

So often as drummers we focus on what we're playing rather than how we're playing it. Our speed and technical abilities should come after we've honed in on our timing and dynamics. Matt Johnson is an experienced musician who knows what's needed to become a great sounding drummer. In this lesson, Matt will share some tips and realizations he's come to throughout his long career as a studio musician so you can start honing in on your own sound. ► 7-Day FREE Trial https://www.drumeo.com/trial-yt ___________________________ Chapters 0:00 - Intro 0:07 - SONG: "U R 3" 3:40 - Introduction 5:38 - Lesson Overview 9:53 - Studio Playing 11:55 - Hitting Cymbals 17:04 - Dynamics 21:15 - How To Develop Listening Skills 22:50 - The Importance Of Mixing Yourself 35:53 - SONG: "Strange Thing" 39:50 - How To Hit Drums 44:03 - How To Grip Your Sticks 51:55 - Q & A 59:34 - SONG: "Only The Strong Survive" ___________________________ ►Free Lessons: https://drumeo.com/free-lessons ___________________________ Follow us: ►Website https://drumeo.com/ ►Facebook: http://facebook.com/drumeo/ ►Instagram: http://instagram.com/drumeoofficial/ ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drumeoofficial ►Blog: https://www.drumeo.com/beat/ ___________________________ Matt Johnson is best known as the drummer for Jeff Buckley, appearing (as well as co-writing one song) on his album "Grace" in 1994. Matt has also recorded and performed with Duncan Sheik, Elysian Fields, Rufus Wainwright, Martha Wainwright, Gabriel Kahane, Dean Wareham, Britta Phillips, Beth Orton, David Poe, and Theo Eastwind. He toured with American indie musician St. Vincent from 2011 to 2015. Johnson is also a highly capable solo musician, having released two albums: "Cagefighter" and "Law of the Land". Matt plays: Tama Drums Istanbul Cymbals Evans Drumheads Vater Sticks #Drumeo #MattJohnson #JeffBuckley