Chad Smith – Dani California (Buddy Rich Memorial Concert 2008)

Chad Smith grooving back in 2008 at the Buddy Rich Memorial Concert. Chad Smith busts his solid grooves, as usual. An inspirational video to say the least, even 5 years later.

How To Play Chad Smith’s Drum Part On “Ethiopia”

On "Ethiopia," the first single from The Red Hot Chili Peppers' new CD, I'm With You, Chad Smith plays a tasty odd-time groove with ghost notes, drags, and strong snare accents on 3 and the & of 6. The time signature changes to 4/4 leading into the chorus, so all the crashes fall on the & of 4. For this section Smith uses open hi-hats on the &'s to lift the groove and keep everything funky.

Soul To Squeeze – Red Hot Chili Peppers

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Chad Smith – Charlie

Chad Smith jamming along with the track "Charlie," by Red Hot Chili Peppers at a Northampton clinic.

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