(Drum Instruction). "This book is a must-read for all aspiring
musicians." Bassist, producer, and musical director Rickey Minor Welcome
to your one-stop-shop for learning how tune your chops to pop, R&B, and
gospel drumming! This unique book/video/audio combo is the ultimate
guide to developing grooves, improvisation, and technical mastery within
modern music styles and settings. Chris Johnson has been one of the top
in-demand drummers in the music industry for the last 20 years. His
recording and touring credits range from pop icons such as Stevie
Wonder, Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga, and Rihanna to R&B singers
Patti LaBelle, Mya, Lalah Hathaway, and Fantasia along with gospel
artists Donnie McClurkin, Norman Hutchins, and Beverly Crawford. In this
book, Chris gives advice for playing techniques and approaches, and
sharing of experiences of playing in both live performances and studio
sessions. In addition to Chris's insights and instruction, the
accompanying videos and audio tracks showcase Chris playing to pop hits
along with original music and arrangements played by his band. We've
even included bonus material featuring interviews with other industry
professionals! The three-plus hours of video content is accessed online
using the unique code in each book.