U.S Drag - Terry Bozzio

I thought I would break down this classic 6/4 linear groove for anyone interested in learning it. This is the type of beat that should be taught regularily - it has done amazing things to my linear playing. Enjoy everyone!

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[qwerty2009ful]

Brilliant, dude. Until this moment, I couldn't figureout this rhythm for the 25 years I've been listening to this song.

[eskimoposh]

thanks man! it IS a pretty intricate little groove isn't it? I had to transcribe this thing first...and even THAT took me a while....

The best part about this groove is that once you get really comfortable with it you will already have a great basic knowledge of linear drumming and odd time at the same time. This has helped me so much with other styles and grooves. Thanks T-Boz!

[robbymadore]

awesome man. i was thinking about posting a video of me playing the black page, but i don't want people bitching at me if i make a mistake (and i probably will). but, anyway, great job.

[eskimoposh]

Do it! That's the whole reason for uploading clips of ourselves, to get constructive criticism from our peers. Yes,you might get the odd nasty comment,but i'd personally love to see you play the black page. Takes balls just to LEARN the bloody thing! Cheers man.

[17drums]

Cool groove! GREAT job in breaking it down so we can learn it. A very nice contribution to YouTube drummers worldwide. 5 stars.

[eskimoposh]

Thanks man...this groove has helped me alot with linear grooves. It's really offbeat, which means you have to concentrate on the quarter note THAT much more. Good luck with it, it'll open up SO much in your playing, i promise.

[rhymeandreasoning]

I can't even walk and talk at the same time let alone beat on the drums and use the foot pedal at the same time..well done :-)

[51Thundersticks]

That is such a funky groove. Thanks for keeping it alive!

[D1OSHUN]

Terry is a robot. You cannot duplicate.

[rhythmantic]

Wow, thanks a lot for teaching this great beat. I've thought about covering this tune on drums so this will help if I do.

[gerardoarizpe]

i like it! thanks!

[MikeHF]

Listen to Terry with the Brecker bros,Zappa,or UK if you like getting stunned.:-)

[MikeHF]

You don't quit have the groove but nice try. Check out Lenore by Chick Corea. Its on here somewhere. Steve Gadd laid down a very nice linear groove on that as well.

[TheRodrigoaquino]

nice!,i think some people said wrong things here,keep taht good work.

[gmcjetpilot]

Full credit this is Missing Persons, First Album Spring Session M, 1982. Keep trying. It's missing the GROOVE, timing and dynamics, no offense. Your fast tempo sounds rushed, uneven. Here are vids to help.

Bozzio solo US Drag

youtube com/watch?v=Cm4kdenL89o

Some youtubers putting it together.

youtube com/watch?v=kMq6tU3XCcA

youtube com/watch?v=1vBAzutJlv4

Dale Bozo, still does clubs with her own band as Missing Persons with Terri's permission

youtube com/watch?v=IL6w-eEnTtk