Learn to playRedneckas made famous by Lamb Of Godon drums
The drum beat on Redneck drives with pounding double-kicks, tight snare punches and aggressive grooves, powering the song’s intense, headbanging momentum.
With our step-by-step drum lesson you can recreate the beat behind Redneck. We’ve broken down the main sections of the song and will take you through each part beat by beat, with video demonstrations.
Redneck
Drums Tutorial - Step by Step
Intro
Start with quick 1/16 note triplet flurries on the kick. Play a tom fill and move to kick 1/16s with alternating feet.
Verse
Mimick the guitar rhythm with the kick. For the second half, move to a half time groove with 1/16 note triplet kick fills.
Chorus
Return to the continuous 1/16 rhythm from the intro. Play a short half time break to lead into the bridge.
Bridge
For the bridge, keep the feet playing 1/16s and play a 2 bar repeating pattern on the ride bell. Then play a variation on the chorus groove.
Chorus 2
Return to the chorus groove from before, then play a big triplet fill around the kit before playing snare on every 1/4 note beat.
Outro
Play a half time groove for the outro, with fills, and finish on a crash.
Combine and play
Now combine the sections to play the full arrangement.
Learn to play
Redneck
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Behind the track
Redneck
by Lamb Of God
The musical composition of Redneck is built on crushing guitar riffs, chugging rhythms, and tightly locked grooves that create a fierce, driving metal sound. The vocal performance is raw and commanding, with harsh, rhythmic growls delivered with precision and intensity, matching the song’s aggressive energy and sharp, confrontational tone.
Tips for learning Redneck on drums
Tip 1: Slow it down
Break it down: Tackle each section of Redneck 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
- Redneck is an advanced level song. Fortunately, there are beginner versions of the song available on Melodics to check out!
- You will need command of the double kick pedal.
- 131 bpm.
- 4/4.
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