JR
Grammy Award Winner...
...The Most Recorded Drummer In History
Killer Grooves by Carl Fischer
Devised by Carl Fischer's President, Sandy Feldstein,
Killer Grooves is the coffee table book you can play.
A fan's book, a drummer's, Killer Grooves is the
hippest new drum book in years.
Each drummer who contributed, a who's who of the best
players from the jazz, pop, and rock world's, is represented
by a two-page spread that includes a brief biography,
photographs and a personal quote that is often an insightful
look at the player's musical philosophy. There is also a logo
for each product or product line the player endorses.
Killer Grooves is the ultimate guide to today's variety of drumming styles, a virtual encyclopedia of grooves by the
best-known players (Including JR) in the world and the
most talked about, anticipated drum book of the year!
Sticks 'n' Skins by Jules Follett
Discover the heartbeat of music in this 560 page full color
coffee table book. Sticks 'n' Skins is dedicated to late drumming photographer Lissa Wales and opens with a tribute to her work. Illuminating the eclectic world of drumming over the past 70 years, the book features never-before-seen photos and stories
of legendary artists including John JR Robinson (Michael Jackson), Louie Bellson (Benny Goodman), Steve Gadd (Paul Simon), Jim Keltner (Bob Dylan), Hal Blaine (Elvis Presley),
Ginger Baker (Cream), Charlie Watts (The Rolling Stones),
David Garibaldi (Tower of Power), Anton Fig (Late Night with
David Letterman), Nigel Olsson (Elton John), Chad Smith
(The Red Hot Chili Peppers), and many more. Sticks 'n' Skins
is not only visually inspiring with its stunning photos, but
also preserves the legacy of the drumming community. Sure
to become a music lover's collector's item, this extraordinary
book offers fans young and old a new perspective on some
of the biggest names in music history.
The Psychology of Drumming by Chris Peacock
20 of the world's leading drummers share their secrets on
how to become a better performer. Featuring John JR Robinson, Steve Smith, Peter Erskine, Jojo Mayer and many more...
In The Psychology Of Drumming you will discover how to
boost your confidence, improve concentration, overcome obstacles, reduce nervousness, enhance your creativity
and achieve your goals. Learn how to master your mind f
rom the masters themselves and reach
new heights of drumming excellence.