Smells Like Teen Spirit – Intro Fill & Chorus Groove
Description
In this weeks lesson we take a look at the opening fill and chorus drum beat from 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' by Nirvana and drummer Dave Grohl.
In this weeks lesson we take a look at the opening fill and chorus drum beat from 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' by Nirvana and drummer Dave Grohl.
Alex Ribchester is a professional drummer and teacher based in Royal Tunbridge Wells, UK. Download Alex's Quickstart Guide to Playing Drums.
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