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John Blackwell Master Series

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This DVD is one of the best drum DVD's out there today. What I love the most about this DVD is John made it clear that this DVD was about getting drummers to playing in the grove/pocket and how important it is for drummers to do that. I also love his stories about his lessions in the industry when he got into trouble for not playing what the song called for. Not only will you enjoy the songs, but you will also enjoy Johns stories and lessions. This is a must have DVD for your connection and you will find yourself watching this DVD many times. I strongly suggest this DVD for every drummer, especially if you're having a hard time with drummers who likes to play all over the place and not in the pocket.

If this is your first masters DVD it isn't really an instruction video in the traditional sence. The master class DVD's are more centered around performance of the insturment in a band setting. Loads of info on how to play with people, some licks but mostly how to be a good musician.
This one is a little more performanced based than the Gadd or Sanchez DVD's. Very good none the less.

Blackwell truly explains and demonstrates how to become a great musician. He demonstrates technique, showmanship, and most importantly, how to play in a group. How to create that groove and not overplay. In fact, he even does just that. He shows what it means to be in the pocket, and what it means to be out-of-pocket. Blackwell also describes his history, how he came around to play with Prince, Justin Timberlake, etc. It's not about showing off, it's about keeping the groove and allowing the band to become more musical. A MUST GET FOR ALL DRUMMERS!!