(Percussion). Hudson Music is thrilled to announce a new full-color book
in collaboration with Stewart Copeland, Rock 'n' Hall of Famer and
drumming legend of the Police. One of the most iconic and influential
rock drummers of all time, a book about his work has been sought after
by drummers for many years. Now, with Stewart Copeland: Drumming in the
Police and Beyond, Husdson Music presents the definitive document.
Combining detailed biographical and analytical text, note-for-note drum
transcriptions, and many never-before-published photos, this book covers
Stewart's body of work, with special emphasis on his legendary drumming
in the Police. Created with exclusive interviews and input from Stewart
himself, the book presents a look behind the scenes of the recording of
each Police album, as well as Stewart's memories of his upbringing in
the Middle East, early career in London, touring with the Police, and
his perspective on the unique brand of drumming he brought to their
classic albums. Each album is documented in detail, and a selction of
songs are transcribed and broken down by author Joe Bergamini. Beautiful
color photos document all the phases of Stewart's storied career. The
book includes a detailed gear section with diagrams of drum setups and
specifics on Stewart's equipment and sound, assembled under the
supervision of Stewart's longtime drum tech Jeff Seitz. Among the 18
songs analyzed and transcribed are Roxanne, Message in a Bottle, Walking
on the Moon, Don't Stand So Close to Me, Spirits in the Material World,
Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic, One World, Synchronicity II, and
more. There are also tracks included from Animal Logic, Oysterhead,
Gizmodrome, and Stewart's solo work. Whether you're a pro drummer, music
enthusiast, or just a fan of the Police, you will be taken on an
exciting, informative, and visual journey into the mind and work of the
iconic Stewart Copeland in Stewart Copeland: Drumming the the Police and
Beyond.
