Jazz, Jungle and Drum 'n' Bass

Here's a take from one of the songs on Ydna Murd's new album, due spring 2010.

Murd has also published a book on Jungle drumming called "Breakbeat Guide" and another on hi-hat technique called "Hi Hat Master." Both are available on his site www.drumgate.com

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So smooth! I really love how all of the musician's keep it simple, contributing to an overall great sound. Haffner's integration of electronic samples and loops with brushes and mallets on the drums helps give this music its relaxed, ambient feel.

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Baker is one of those drummers you can immediately recognize. This song has a strange feel, driving forward almost militaristically, though Ginger seems to be playing somewhat back on the beat.

I always enjoy the way he uses his toms, both in beats (think of Cream songs like N.S.U.) and in his (big) fills. His comping vocabulary is very interesting as well. Watch what he does during Charlie Haden's bass solo - very cool.

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