Learn to playMind Mischiefas made famous by Tame Impalaon drums
The drum beat in "Mind Mischief" by Tame Impala is a hypnotic groove, characterized by a steady rhythm with intricate fills, driving the song's psychedelic atmosphere.
With our step-by-step drum lesson you can recreate the beat behind Mind Mischief. We’ve broken down the main sections of the song and will take you through each part beat by beat, with video demonstrations.
Mind Mischief
Drums Tutorial - Step by Step
Fill 1
This song comprises an 8 bar loop, made up of 4 different fills each preceded by a bar of groove. In this step, loop the first bar of groove and fill four times to practice.
Observe the sticking on the hi tom - the downbeats and "-&" beats are played with the right hand, while the "-e" and "-a" beats are played with the left.
Fill 2
Loop the second bar of groove and fill. Watch for the 1/8 note pedal hi-hat in the beginning of the fill here.
Fill 3
Loop the third bar of groove and fill. This is similar to the second fill, but places the hi tom on beats 1, 2-e, and 2-a.
Fill 4
Loop the last bar of groove and fill. Note the sticking for the hi tom here is L - L - R.
Combine and perform
Now combine the four fills in a row to form an 8 bar loop, and play the full arrangement. Watch for the stops as the fills cut off slightly early, and in different places.
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Behind the track
Mind Mischief
by Tame Impala
"Mind Mischief" by Tame Impala is a captivating musical journey that seamlessly blends psychedelic rock with elements of dream pop and electronica. The composition is characterized by its hypnotic groove, driven by a pulsating bassline, swirling synths, and intricate guitar melodies. The song's structure is dynamic, with layers of sound building and evolving throughout, creating an immersive sonic landscape.
Kevin Parker's vocal performance adds another layer of depth to the song. His ethereal vocals float effortlessly over the instrumental, delivering introspective lyrics that explore themes of love, desire, and introspection. Parker's voice has a dreamy quality to it, perfectly complementing the psychedelic atmosphere of the music.
Overall, "Mind Mischief" is a mesmerizing musical experience that showcases Tame Impala's ability to craft intricate compositions that push the boundaries of genre and creativity.
Tips for learning Mind Mischief on drums
Tip 1: Slow it down
Break it down: Tackle each section of 'Mind Mischief' individually for precision mastery. With Melodics, you can slow the pace of the song and work up to full speed.
Tip 2: Review your performance
Identify growth areas: Listen to playback of your performance to learn where you need to develop your timing, technique & rhythm. Melodics provides instant feedback on your performance.
Tip 3: Practice makes perfect
Stay consistent: With regular, focused practice you'll see rapid progress when learning the song. Even a short session each day will make a huge difference.
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FAQs
- "Mind Mischief" by Tame Impala features a moderately challenging drum part, with intricate fills and a steady groove. It requires good coordination and timing, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced drummers. With practice, it can be mastered, but it may pose some difficulty for beginners.
- To play "Mind Mischief" on drums, you need solid timing, groove, and dynamic control to capture its laid-back feel. Master syncopated rhythms, smooth transitions, and ghost notes for the song's intricate patterns and shifts in intensity. Familiarity with odd time signatures will also help.
- 80 bpm
- 4 / 4
- F# major
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