Todd Sucherman's Masterful Drum Solo
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2 жыл бұрынStyx’s Todd Sucherman is known for writing delightfully musical drum solos. If you’ve ever wondered how to come up with rhythms that tell a story, watch this video!
You’ll see Todd play a solo (“Evening The Odds”) that transforms over time (things get especially cool around 3:06) and hear him break down some of his creative choices, including:
- Why he phrased the 16th notes/flams section in groups of 5/5/3/3
- How he took a note from Tony Williams to create ‘triads’ on the toms
- …plus a samba-inspired moment and a double bass shuffle.
You can watch another epic Todd Sucherman drum solo here: • Todd Sucherman Drum So...
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@isaacthehuman Жыл бұрын
The tone of the high tom makes it very melodic
@thomasfucik7527 Жыл бұрын
The whole kit is top notch and inspiring, matching the man playing it.
@russmartin1814 Жыл бұрын
Once again, Todd shows why he's my current favorite drum hero. What a musician (and a cool guy). Thanks for the inspiration, Todd.
@DrumeoOfficial Жыл бұрын
Cheers, Russ!
@michealrieck977 Жыл бұрын
I love it,you can break it down, I can't wait to start breaking this down, great to practice to them speed up, I love the. Incorporatiion of flams it'll keep me busy for months, I'm 71 yrs young , time to go to work,thank you Mike da plumbr drummer
@thomastucker5686 14 сағат бұрын
@@michealrieck977 I am 59 and doing my best to play drums like a beast. The foot work for two bass drums is so much different than the feel of the high hat. Your left foot ends up needing to be the best coordinated, which isn't the case for me, though I am left handed, I play instruments right handed, because I was just copying those who inspired me and never considered there were instruments for left handers. I play golf and hockey right handed as well. My left hand has the best snare coordination and my right hand has the best ride cymbal coordination and I am trying so hard to match both hands and feet to be able to play the same stuff. I am so happy that 71 isn't a limit in drumming. I very much appreciate the idea we can do this a very long time.
@nixneato Жыл бұрын
Todd remains one of these guys who put (flawless) technique at the service of musicality. This is such a beautiful and inspiring piece
@fablenewsnetwork7223 Жыл бұрын
Well put🥁🥁🥁
@GearHeadz101 Жыл бұрын
Exactly my thoughts.
@AnodyneHipsterInfluencer Жыл бұрын
As perfectly stated as it was executed.
@CarlosAugustoScalassaraPrando Жыл бұрын
What do you mean by musicality? What is music??
@shallex5744 6 ай бұрын
@@CarlosAugustoScalassaraPrando sound that is harmonious
@MishaGDrums Жыл бұрын
Todd Sucherman Drumeo solos is my favourite genre ever
@drummermk88 Жыл бұрын
Just when you think he's peaked and can't get any better, Todd has a way of showing us what it means to never stop learning and innovating. Thank you for this, and keep up the great work!
@fubar1217 Жыл бұрын
He definitely showed off some new tricks in this one! One of my favorite drummers!
@BrunoOliveira-es6mp Жыл бұрын
This is real drumming! Musicality, dinamics, phrases... Young drummers have to listen to this and find out that drumming goes way beyond distributing linear fills on the kit
@christoth2705 Жыл бұрын
this really isn't that good.
@christoth2705 Жыл бұрын
@GuitarSlayer_69 ask drumeo to have me.
@DrumeoOfficial Жыл бұрын
@@christoth2705 👎
@gustavobodenmuller999 Жыл бұрын
@@christoth2705 te falta gingado brasileiro kkkk , se não gosta de samba escuta "ratamahata" do sepultura pra ver como que ele pode influenciar de forma positiva no metal
@christoth2705 Жыл бұрын
@@gustavobodenmuller999 speak english
@tomjones2348 Жыл бұрын
I don't recall who said it, but I believe it's valid: "If you can only have one real musician in your band...make it the drummer". A good drummer can lift up a mediocre band, but a great band will always be crippled with a mediocre drummer.
@DrumeoOfficial Жыл бұрын
Love this.
@AnodyneHipsterInfluencer Жыл бұрын
Absolute fact.
@joshuas8779 Жыл бұрын
And then if you get all real musicians, you have an amazing band!
@jkranites Жыл бұрын
Metallica disagrees
@joshuas8779 Жыл бұрын
@@jkranites The thing is, Lars did ok in the 80's. When he stopped practicing, he started being sloppy and adding too many fills.
@justinjaime7327 Жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this to drop! I love how composed all of Todd’s work is. Even when he has his crazy fun heavy double bass moments he can decrescendo and come back to where he started. Truly masterful!
@oscarbaezsoria1650 Жыл бұрын
Musicality and dynamics, real drumming, There is a guy around here that now loves to do one handed circus acts that should watch this and LEARN. Awesome piece.
@wolfreyet Жыл бұрын
I disagree. I know who you’re talking about and that’s likely a content/social media growth strategy because that guy is a beast and you know it…
@adrienskarra8105 Жыл бұрын
Yeah you see him on Tik Tok lots. Yes the guy is an absolute beast on the drums.. there is no denying it.. and he knows he's good.. but yes Todd.. amazing drummer too and musically better for my ears.. one of the best solos I've heard recently.
@yusdrum91 Жыл бұрын
flawless technique, groovy, melodic drumming, great dynamics, smooth transition for one part to another.... what a master of performance!
@gregwonhoff7161 Жыл бұрын
TS is a wonderful example of what a lot of hard work and dedication to your craft can accomplish. Thank you, Mr. S. for sharing all of your fine works with all of us.
@danjtomlinson Жыл бұрын
Todd this is one of the most BEAUTIFULLY CONSTRUCTED solo’s I have ever heard. Your playing just keeps getting better and Mo better. It’s so nice to hear melodic solo’s instead of just technical drumnastics. I am new to hearing you and coming to your master class in Phoenix in 2 days. After hearing this solo your now one of my favorite drummers. Thanks for your inspiration. 💜
@TinkMcGathy Жыл бұрын
I love this dude so much. Phenomenal player that more importantly just seems like a new best friend every time he talks.
@NARMAK1966 Жыл бұрын
I love his kit and the way his hands are gliding around the kit.!!! So smooth and perfect.!!!
@noworriesimfijian Жыл бұрын
Amazing technique and such a musical drum solo. Speed, dexterity, rhythm, melody. He reminds me so much of Steve Smith, how they’ve both become even more refined and managed to find new ways of pushing the envelope. Much respect Todd Sucherman and Drumeo.
@darrelldog5 Жыл бұрын
Definitely, one of the best drummers out there today... Great teacher also.... So knowledgeable...
@timjennings151 Жыл бұрын
Probably one of your best solos! So musical! You always inspire me! And you’re also so good at braking down what you are playing. Thank you so much for doing this!!!
@tannermarkable Жыл бұрын
Wow!! Seen a lot of solos but this one spoke to me. It's technical, it's dynamic, it's melodic. It like a drum song if that makes sense. It demonstrates what drums can be when you understand style and have the skills to bring an instrument to life. Just fantastic!
@christiancea6 Жыл бұрын
This just makes me happy. I smiled the entire time. Incredible drumming by one the greatest drummers of our time.
@kasuu5821 Жыл бұрын
In the year 2005 it was the first time I saw Todd in live experience as Styx drummer. That took my breathe away. Since then he is a great inspiration to me.
@marcosalvetti6243 Жыл бұрын
From now, one of my favourite drum solo ever! Impressive!!! Todd makes the drums sing.
@charlesgavin9582 Жыл бұрын
How wonderful it is to watch an American drummer develop patterns, phrases etc from the basic rhythmic cell of samba. The result of this study, proven in this incredible drum solo, is spectacular. For us, Brazilian drummers, it is a delight, an experience. Thanks, Todd. Greetings from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Cheers!
@dedexyz8475 Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU Drumeo for bringing Todd back again! Phenomenal talent- and I gotta say, for me: the singular reason why I'm re-energized to revisit the great songs that Styx create. Todd's drumming made me binge watch/listen ALL his stuff!; he's so good! A COMPLETE drummer....because he can do it all. The tom work reminded me of Danny Carey.....the polyrhythms, odd times, tonalities, POWER, "clean-ness". And the fucking drums sound great!!! Great micing/post for sounds.
@jerryburdick8051 11 ай бұрын
This is crazy good. Not enough words for the performance....just incredible how good he is. I love the samba as a foundation. And the tuning of the drums and the fidelity of the audio....whew!
@vincenzoa2929 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely love this! Todd has chops for days yet he has serious groove. He’s a modern master.
@michaelkelton2159 Жыл бұрын
I truly didn't realize just how good you were Todd an amazing and inspirational solo!
@BrianTCarter Жыл бұрын
Love the feel of the 5 5 3 3 Todd! Great solo! Had my attention the entire time with all of the variety, between the hi hat and rim playing, the wide range of the tom notes, and the fast licks, it's a killer.
@TheMartPlante Жыл бұрын
Wow, this is just the most piece of drumming i have hear in a long time. Thanks Todd and Drumeo.
@crazy8sdrums Жыл бұрын
Drumeo has been absolutely bringing the HEAT lately!!! So many phenomenal performances and tasty treats from so many amazing drummers!
@trafalgerdavis7839 Жыл бұрын
That set is killer. I LOVE the Bass gong, and will make one for myself from an old Pearl bass drum I will have when I get the time. Todd is amazing as usual.
@SopranoPizzaJMFNJ Жыл бұрын
Love the Tony Williams influence and Todd's absolutely Monster playing! He just keeps getting better!!!
@evolune Жыл бұрын
6:04 had me completely in full-on stank face. Wow Todd! That's a tasty fill.
@nelsono4315 Жыл бұрын
simply put, one of the best drummers out there. Just amazing!
@markf7066 Жыл бұрын
Todd is just an incredible musician. To not only play like he does, but be able to explain what he does in a easy-to-understand way that makes it seem so simple is amazing. I’m always so inspired after watching Todd. But then I hop on the kit and realize it’s absolutely NOT simple 😉
@gregmacneil9990 Жыл бұрын
Holy Sh@t!! This gets my vote for best drum solo ever! Absolutely masterful, sickest chops ever, and so musical and tasteful! Effortlessly.
@MrBostonrobb Жыл бұрын
Todd Sucherman is as Artful a drummer and musician as there has ever been. Absolutely World Class.
@thomastucker5686 14 сағат бұрын
The drumming is outstanding, so even if the drum tones were not the best I have ever heard(I have never heard better than Todd's), I still would have been just as blown away. I am on a musical journey to learn as much as I can and make as much music as I can with the short time I have left on this wonderful rock we are riding through space.
@hvheerden Жыл бұрын
Beautiful. Tasteful. Inspiring. Truly one of the best solos I've seen a quite some time. It doesn't go over the top... but it does not need to be! That is the thing most other drummers don't realize. Nor does a solo need to be at the speed of light. The beautiful phrasing in this piece is what makes it stand out. Intertwined with a few very well executed technical parts. Sooo good!
@douglassultz321 Жыл бұрын
Todd you are a true master at playing the drums as well as Steve Smith who also happens to be one of my favorites as well.
@jimbarcelona1078 Жыл бұрын
That was informative and great. As a drummer I love to watch these famous drummers do their interpretations of various time oriented solos.very nice Todd
@ProgSnob14 Жыл бұрын
In 2021 my first live show of that year was Styx, I'd never seen them before, still not a huge fan. I went to see TODD SUCHERMAN! What a badass!
@n_i_nx1743 Жыл бұрын
This is Real Drumming, thanks for this fantastic solo Professor 🙌
@aarond.8434 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely incredible as always! And appreciate the lessons taught about it after.
@louisronayne6036 Жыл бұрын
He's so underrated. Top 5 rock drummer of all time. So explosive, clean, technical, and adds an element to Styx that otherwise wouldn't exist.
@rhythmista7707 Жыл бұрын
I wouldn't classify or limit his ability as a rock drummer, as he's much , much more than that. He can sit down and do definitely any genre traditionally and flawlessly..
@davidankrom1247 8 ай бұрын
He himself said that he was influenced by John Panozzo. Himself, a classically influenced drummer. He added a nice touch to Styx as well…
@cdecent Жыл бұрын
This was fantastic. Great solo. Loved the tones of the toms being used to create melody. Great playing.
@tcavalo Жыл бұрын
I cannot believe that I had recently heard of Todd, say 4 - 5 months ago. I am 55 and grew up with great drummers in the late 70's and into the 80's, with Neil Peart being the inspiration for me taking up drums. I am no pro, I hobby drum; somewhere down the line I must have got lost and never picked up on Todd or his work. I do believe it was a Styx video I was watching when I first saw him play and was completely blown away by his timing, accuracy, intonation and creativity within a song. I believe there are those who learn to play drums; then there are those who play the drums. This guy just plays WITH the drums with complete mastery. So glad I found him.
@mu4990 Жыл бұрын
Got to work with Todd's new drum tech earlier this summer while they were on tour down here in Tampa and assembled Todd's gorgeous flamed maple and rose gold drumkit. Gorgeous kit, fantastic drum tech, amazing drummer, and two really nice guys. Glad I had the chance to work with Styx and be a small part of their show here.
@miketownsend2538 Жыл бұрын
What brand of drum kit is he playing? Sounds amazing
@John-rw2zf 8 ай бұрын
Thank you DRUMEO for making great videos like this available to people like me who still need instruction.
@alberthenderson7473 10 ай бұрын
One of the Most Amazing Drum-Solos I've Heard!!!! Very Unique & Amazing Stick- Control!!!! You Are Definitely One Of My Favorite Drummers. You Do An Amazing Job With the Band STYX. Keep it Up --I Watch You Alot. !!!! Incredible!!!!!!
@menzerroku4708 Жыл бұрын
Todd is the best drummer, in the whole world in my opinion, he plays beautiful chops and is a very good drummer!!😄He's lucky that he gets to play that drum set. It's beautiful. Great video!!!!
@Martin_Bernard Жыл бұрын
There's no best drummer
@ChontosDrumLessons Жыл бұрын
This has got to be one of the best drum solos I have ever seen.
@Tanishqa_Shorts Жыл бұрын
Wow!!!! Amazing stick gripping😲😲 And the sound of tom's are very soft❤
@csrboltfan2643 Жыл бұрын
VERY entertaining solo!! Well done, sir!! Everything sounded fantastic. Those drums sang so beautifully, just as they were meant to. Again, well done !!!
@Boomer04151961 Жыл бұрын
Yet another wonderful learning experience from my most influential mentor/muse! Thanks again Todd!!
@Arrrghjay84 8 ай бұрын
This is absolutely beautiful!
@GamalielRios Жыл бұрын
This guy is becoming one of my favorite drummers of all time.
@ajyoon1623 Жыл бұрын
His drum solo makes me dancing always 👏👏 he is my favorite
@tycrowther33 Жыл бұрын
This was obviously amazing, but Todd your 2017 solo was the most staggeringly perfect piece of drumming I’ve ever seen. I’ve played it thousands and thousands of times and shown countless friends. The most amazing thing for me is if you metronome the beat or clap, you sustain the tempo throughout - even through the fills and thrills. Not only that, but the beat tells a story, as you finish on the hook you started with. Absolutely outstanding and you bet your sweet ass I’m gonna watch it right after I’ve pressed ‘send’ on this comment.
@thebrewmore264 Жыл бұрын
I’m not sure if there is anything better in the world than a wide ranging dynamic drum solo. 🔥
@Romans219 Жыл бұрын
I love acoustic drums and B20 alloy cymbals. I also love Pearl drums and the setup Todd is playing. Thank you Todd for sharing your passion sir.
@timothyhetherington Жыл бұрын
Todd is simply masterful behind the kit. I'm glad to have seen him twice with styx.
@DesignRhythm Жыл бұрын
Killer solo & great lesson, thank u Todd & Drumeo
@jimbarcelona1078 4 ай бұрын
That was beautiful and as usual Todd it was enjoyable and fantastic.
@reset-xs9ql Жыл бұрын
wow, kit sounds terrific.. and you're great.. open handing sticking/ dbl bass drum madness, melodic.. impressive. frickin' bad ass.. well done.
@dustyhills8911 Жыл бұрын
I just switched to using your sticks this summer, Todd! Love the feel of them for several different styles/genres!
@kylemarkley8615 Жыл бұрын
Not to be out done is the incredible mixing on this kit. Wow it sounds incredible.
@dcassis3051 Жыл бұрын
Not even half way through watching and this is a new favourite 😵
@william9123 Жыл бұрын
Words cannot describe what I just heard, absolutely amazing 🤩
@whittonbailey1789 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely incredible!
@citydrums7525 Жыл бұрын
Always vibrant, tasteful and original...
@sandybongos3836 Жыл бұрын
Excellent job 👏 I love ❤️ it and mos importantly it was suspenseful!! You had me on my toes !!!
@sandyhanson6082 11 ай бұрын
So smooth! Very cool Todd!
@stevemagnone8368 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Todd, that was Fabulous!!
@davedongle5804 Жыл бұрын
Wow amazingly composed!
@Lycurgus1982 Жыл бұрын
Todd is one of the most musical drummers I have ever heard.
@stevewilcock4767 Жыл бұрын
Precision playing.Awesome technique. Ace. Cheers Drumeo.
@paulgiacalone4471 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic solo, creative and entertaining. Great drummer and musician.
@ZMRSKK Жыл бұрын
Drums sounds fantastic!
@Kawi-yz3mf Жыл бұрын
That is hands down the bet drum solo I have ever heard! Unreal.
@riskymusicgames Жыл бұрын
thanks for the video!, always love to see him playing
@stevielovelight1 3 ай бұрын
PURE SUPERIOR DRUMMING & PERFECTION WITH TRADITIONAL GRIP!!! G💖D BLESS YOUR SOUL TOD! 🥁🥁🎵🎵🎶🎵🎵🎶🤝😎🙏💖💫✨💫
@slasher9883 Жыл бұрын
Truly one of the modern drumming greats.
@AnodyneHipsterInfluencer Жыл бұрын
Wow. Stunning. Absolutely incredible.
@jongabonga636 Жыл бұрын
I love how the toms are panned really far left and right. Makes it bounce around your ears
@yanmari8469 Жыл бұрын
What a beautyful sound of the KIT !! BRAOOO
@MrBostonrobb Жыл бұрын
Absolutely phenomenal.
@m.sturman8867 Жыл бұрын
One of most tastefull drum solos I heard in a long time.
@marco_patruno 3 ай бұрын
I love this drummer!
@sandwedge Жыл бұрын
I always forget about this guy and then I watch stuff like this and I'm like... he's one of the greatest around
@agenttheory5193 Жыл бұрын
Obsessed with this dream piece
@lesliebutts6382 8 ай бұрын
no words.....amazing
@gavanmarroquin9266 Жыл бұрын
Amazing!! Thank you!
@cehson Жыл бұрын
Love this drum master! Beast!
@mitchell9110 Жыл бұрын
The first time I heard the name Todd Sucherman was as the drummer for Brian Wilson's first tour as a solo artist. About a dozen wonderful musicians on stage playing classic songs. But the drummer!!! Stood out clearly as the best musician on the stage.
@negromedina01 Жыл бұрын
Oh my god...Todd is one of the best drummers today...on several aspects...tremendous solo
@richboshart1201 Жыл бұрын
Just brilliant!
@nickneeley1559 Жыл бұрын
Great technical control awesome solo I enjoyed watching it
@davidolson558 Жыл бұрын
I like Todd's vibe, groove and how he applies his personality across the solo!
@DrumeoOfficial Жыл бұрын
Cheers, David!
@davidolson558 Жыл бұрын
@@DrumeoOfficial Hi Drumeo! Hope you are having a great Friday! Drum Fantasy Camp in Hollywood, California was awesome! I learned so much! And felt better about reaching a higher level of playing the drumset!
@MikeMooseAtkin 8 ай бұрын
Nice one, Todd. When you first started it, the feel of it reminded me of John Brewer's solo on TNUC from the album Grand Funk Railroad Live 1970.
@jerryweston4097 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely awesome todd
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